As Summer slowly creeps closer, so does Chicago's Heatwave Music Festival. Heatwave is returning to Chicago for its sophomore year after an incredibly successful debut. It returns with a loaded lineup and a new venue in 2023. To celebrate the lineup and Chicago summer finally starting to creep its head in we chatted with some of our favorite artists playing the festival to chat … [Read more...]
Lollapalooza Releases 2023 Lineup ft. Kendrick Lamar, Odesza, Fred Again, and More
Year after year thousands of rabid music fans descend to the heart of Chicago for Lollapalooza. Chicago's Grant Park is nestled amidst the gorgeous Chicago skyline just steps away from the lakeshore to provide an incomparable backdrop to 4 days of incredible music. Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Odesza are just a few of the headliners that are coming … [Read more...]
Chicago Artist & Tastemaker Sherm to Throw Stacked St. Patty’s Day Party, “Chicago Handshake”
When it comes to influential figures in Chicago's EDM scene, it's hard to find an artist as impactful as Sherm. From his acclaimed Sherm In The Booth podcast to his impressive DJ sets, the versatile act has been crushing it for years and has proven to be instrumental in helping uplift Chicago's music scene into what it is today. With that said, on March 11th Sherm is preparing … [Read more...]
Chicago’s North Coast Music Festival Slated to Deliver Stacked Labor Day Weekend Experience
Over the years North Coast Music Festival has continued to solidify itself as one of Chicago's premiere dance music experiences. This time around is, of course, no different as the three day fest has delivered on another crazy stacked lineup. Blockbuster headliners such as Diplo, Porter Robinson, Madeon, Kaytranada, Illenium + more are sure to draw a crowd, but it's also the … [Read more...]
Heatwave Music Festival Makes its 2022 Debut – Festival Review
In what was a surprise to most people in the scene - Chicago welcomed a new festival to its already vibrant festival scene. Would another festival be able to stand on its own two legs in a city that is already known for its packed Summer weekends? After being there for the weekend, hanging out, and talking to fellow festival goers I think it's a unanimous decision. When's … [Read more...]
5 Can’t Miss Sets at the Debut of ARC Music Festival in Chicago
Back in April, ARC Music Festival surprised everyone with the debut of a brand new music festival coming to Chicago. They unveiled a wonderfully packed lineup loaded with all sorts of house, techno, and tech-house. ARC will call Chicago’s Union Park home for Saturday 4th and 5th of Labor Day. I know we call ourselves Run The Trap, but trust us, we love house music too. We are … [Read more...]
Lollapalooza 2021 – A Year of Firsts
Lollapalooza this year was more than just a music festival. It signified a lot of different things for a lot of different people. Although it was Lollapalooa's official 30th year anniversary it was also, in many ways, a year of firsts. For many it felt like the first steps back into normalcy. A first step back into real life. A first time back on the dance floor. A first time … [Read more...]
8 Can’t Miss Sets at Lollapalooza 2021
After taking a year off in 2020 - Lollapalooza is officially BACK in Chicago this weekend. It is once again taking over Chicago's Grant Park July 29th - August 1st. We can't wait to be back at Lolla after a long year off. We highlighted some of our favorite sets across the four days. Can't wait to see you guys there! A few tickets remain for the weekend through the Lollapalooza … [Read more...]