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We're seeking new members for our 2025 Board of Directors, as well as our founding Associate Board for young professionals 35 and under. Details and application at each of the links above.
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Jackie Venson of Austin, TX sat down with CHIRP interviewer Cher Vincent and shared her experience studying at Berklee College of Music, and the complex genrefication of her Blues/R&B influenced Rock sound. They dive into Venson’s new EP “The Transcends” and inspirations Muddy Waters and Buddy Guy.
Produced by Cher Vincent @chermusings
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Before their show at SPACE in Evanston, CHIRP's Cher Vincent sat down with Paris Strother, Amber Strother and Anita Bias of the R&B trio KING. The ladies talked about bringing Midwestern vibes to Los Angeles, Cher's favorite KING song "Mister Chameleon," and hanging out with Prince.
produced by Brian Szpak
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After John "Johnny Rotten" Lydon played with Public Image Ltd. at Concord Music Hall, CHIRP's Cher Vincent talked with the punk rock legend about how he has been a supporter of women's rights since the Sex Pistols days, his journey to finally becoming an official U.S. citizen, and the undeniable power of rebellion.
Produced by Cher Vincent (@chermusings)
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Ryan DeRobertis sat down with CHIRP's Cher Vincent before his headlining show at Schubas to talk about transitioning from Saint Pepsi to Skylar Spence, writing narcissistic songs about fake birthday parties, and embracing the "anti-drop" in electronic dance music. Prom King was one of Cher's top 10 albums of 2015.
produced by Cher Vincent (@chermusings)
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Cher Vincent sat down with Molly Hamilton and Robert Earl Thomas of New York's Widowspeak before their headlining show at Chop Shop to talk about breaking up with the city, how Wilco influenced their production style, and Cher's favorite song on All Yours, "Stoned."
produced by Cher Vincent (@chermusings)
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Taste the rainbow with Dan Deacon, the self-proclaimed "Pepperoni Pizza Combos Tropical Skittle" of the live music world. Before the Chicago show for his North American tour in support of Gliss Riffer, Cher Vincent sat down with the electronic wizard to talk about how relaxation is the catalyst for creativity, the origination of his famous dance circles, the importance of engaging the physicality of sound in a live performance, and buying milk.
produced by Cher Vincent (@chermusings)
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Before their show at Lincoln Hall for the Chicago stop on their North American tour in support of White Men Are Black Men Too, Mercury Prize winning group Young Fathers talked to CHIRP's Cher Vincent about the blues in their hip-hop, finding power in simplicity, and challenging sensibilities through performance.
produced by Cher Vincent (@chermusings)
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Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett sat down with CHIRP's Cher Vincent before playing her fourth Chicago show of 2014 at the Metro. They talked about the non-stop busyness of the last year, playing Toto songs in a cover band, the good thing about getting nervous, and being inspired by Roald Dahl.
produced by Jenn Rourke
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CHIRP's Cher Vincent sat down with Mucca Pazza's Dave Smith and Ronnie Kuller at their Logan Square rehearsal space, discussing the history of the band, the latest album, L.Y.A., and what the future holds for this merry band of freaks.
Mucca Pazza celebrates their 10th anniversary and the release of their fifth album; L.Y.A., out on Leather Bus, at Lincoln Hall this Halloween.
Produced by Eugene Cabanban
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CHIRP DJ Cher Vincent sat with Chicago's Marrow, three-fourths of which are former members of Kids These Days, in Logan Square's Cafe Mustache. Marrow discussed the band's focal point, how to prep for your first headlining show and cultivating a new sound from unexpected influences.
Marrow released its first EP, Two, in December 2013.
Produced by: Mickey Capper
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Before their show at Township, some of the guys from Perfect Pussy stepped outside to hang out with CHIRP's Cher Vincent. They talked about naming songs after numbers, how to make a recording sound like you're playing in a tunnel, and almost getting Mom to be in the interview. Perfect Pussy play the Pitchfork Music Festival 2014. Happy Mother's Day!
produced by Kwame Shorter
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CHIRP DJ Cher Vincent, sits down for some mimosas in Ukrainian Village with Chicago's Oozing Wound, telling stories of how they got signed to Thrill Jockey, their "trusting" writing process, and how they can't seem to define their sound.
Oozing Wound released Retrash on Thrill Jockey in October 2013.
Produced by: Kwame Shorter
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CHIRP DJ Cher Vincent met with Australia's Cloud Control before their headlining show at Schubas.
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produced by Matthew McFarland
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CHIRP's Cher Vincent sat down in the basement of Schubas with TV Ghost after their show with Holograms. They talked about their origins in Indiana, mastering the power stance, and unknowingly sounding like Echo and the Bunnymen.
Produced by Daniel Ssebowa Musisi
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CHIRP's Cher Vincent chatted with Haley Fhor, aka Circuit des Yeux, in Little Village over expresso, discussing her hometown of Lafayette, Indiana, making her voice "sound like a trumpet," and the mythology of her fourth album, Overdue.
Circuit Des Yeux will be opening for Oneohtrix Point Never and Tim Hecker on Thursday, January 16th, at Lincoln Hall as a part of Tomorrow Never Knows 2014!
produced by Matthew McFarland
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CHIRP's Cher Vincent caught up with Majical Cloudz before their Pitchfork Fest pre-party at Lincoln Hall. They discussed the hip-hop elements in their music, explained why they're avoiding collaborations after having worked with Grimes, and gave a shout out to Cher's mom.
Download the episode below or subscribe to CHIRP podcasts on iTunes to hear her conversation with Devon Welsh and Matthew Otto.
produced by Matt McFarland
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CHIRP's Cher Vincent sat down with Clinton Sandifer, a.k.a. ShowYouSuck, at his home in Edgewater. Kindred spirits in their love for the early MTV days, they discussed discovering hip-hop later in life, Clinton's social awkwardness, and internalizing awesome moments.
produced by Mickey Capper
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Get to know Katie Crutchfield, aka Waxahatchee, with CHIRP's Cher Vincent. Katie talked about the benefits of getting her start in the DIY scene, and the difference between writing about childhood's nostalgias versus adulthood's heartbreaks. Waxahatchee plays Lincoln Hall with Screaming Females on September 25th.
produced by Liz Anderson
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Sub Pop's Still Corners met with CHIRP's Cher Vincent before their Chicago show at Lincoln Hall with CHVRCHES. The core duo of the band, Greg Hughes and Tessa Murray talked about the humble beginning stages of Still Corners, and how they eventually turned the project into a full band. Their second full-length album, Strange Pleasures, released on May 7th, 2013.
produced by Daniel S. Musisi
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Local electronic artist Mister Lies sat down with CHIRP's Cher Vincent in Schubas' basement before his show to talk about getting away from the Chicago scene for a while, dropping out of school to do music full-time, and how a punk kid can go electronic.
produced by Jenn Rourke
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