Summer Sounds: Los Gallos

LOS GALLOS

Transcending borders, Los Gallos are known for their un-segregated sound. Often compared to Los Lobos, they play a danceable blend of eclectic Latin and American roots music.

 

SUMMER SOUNDS
Join us this summer for a series of FREE concerts in the Quad on Wednesday nights at 7pm from June 15th - August 17th. Bring a blanket or chair, a picnic dinner and some friends and enjoy great music from a variety of local bands.

Summer Sounds: Cheap Talking Wine

CHEAP TALKING WINE

Cheap Talking Wine is a good time acoustic trio offering their unique take on a number of musical influences. Playing primarily at bars, dives and honkytonks on the north side of Chicago, CTW covers of a variety of songs from the past five decades that, when you hear them you think, ‘I love this song!’  

 

Summer Sounds: The Box Band

THE BOX BAND

The Box Band is a 3-piece Americana/bluegrass band hailing from Chicago. Playing everything from bluegrass/blues/folk, The Box Band plays songs you know, and some you might not, with their own unique twist. The three members; Collin Nordine (Cajon), Mike Morgan (Guitar), David Hannibal (Mandolin), perform with energy and enthusiasm, providing a memorable and enjoyable musical experience. Their wide range of covers and growing list of fun original songs will leave everyone happy.

 

Summer Sounds: PHIRE

PHIRE

Established in 2020 but born in 1969. PHIRE does classic rock….their own way.  Playing hits and deep cuts from the 1950’s to today, PHIRE will light a spark every time.  Dylan, Stones, Petty, Bowie, Phish, Grateful Dead, Pink Floyd, and so much more.

 

SUMMER SOUNDS
Join us this summer for a series of FREE concerts in the Quad on Wednesday nights at 7pm from June 15th - August 17th. Bring a blanket or chair, a picnic dinner and some friends and enjoy great music from a variety of local bands.

Summer Sounds: COLD 45

COLD 45

Chicagoland’s COLD 45 offers a modern take on soul, a five-piece band presenting a blend of dance-inducing songs that span the decades: from 60s Motown to the soul renaissance of the 2010s. From Smokey, Etta and Dusty to Amy Winehouse, Jessie J., Tedeschi Trucks, Leon Bridges Duffy. They’ve got your soul covered!

 

Summer Sounds: The Redmonds

THE REDMONDS

The Redmonds, comprised of a stellar line-up of Chicagoland’s top talent, have been performing eclectic sets of classic rock, Americana, and originals together for over a decade. Fronted by the impeccable vocal harmonies of husband and wife Mike and Katie Redmond, the band puts out a high-energy show every time.

Mike Gorman - bass, Rich Koc - pedal steel, Rick Nelson - drums, LJ Slavin - multi-instrumentalist

Summer Sounds: Raíces Latin Jazz

RAICES LATIN JAZZ

Raíces (Roots) pays homage to the originators of Latin Jazz such as Cal Tjader, Tito Puente and Mongo Santamaria and also performs original music composed in the same genre. The group was founded by Chicago percussionist Ruben Alvarez and is currently led by vibraphonist Joe Sonnefeldt. Since their post-pandemic return in 2021, Raíces has played to packed audiences at Fitzgerald’s Night Club and enthusiastic crowds at several area music festivals.

Dominican Volunteers Feeding Families, Youth in Need Through ‘Epic Eats’ Project

When Grace Lee started Epic Eats, a project aimed at feeding families in need on a grand scale, she didn’t expect it to continue beyond the semester.

“I didn’t think people cared enough to volunteer their time and commit to such a big project,” Lee admitted.

But the Dominican University graduate student was pleasantly surprised as volunteers from the nutrition and dietetics program stepped forward to keep the stoves hot and the healthy meals flowing to nonprofit organizations in Chicago.