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Sound of Summer
About
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP's Entertainment and Media Law Practice will host its sixth annual music showcase, Sound of Summer, on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at the House of Blues Chicago.
Founded in 2015, Sound of Summer is an annual event
dedicated to raising money for charitable causes
through a celebration of music.
Community
Sound of Summer is more than just a concert. It's a community of music lovers, artists, industry professionals, and volunteers who come together to create a unique and unforgettable experience.
Past charitable recipients include She Is The Music, Lawyers For the Creative Arts, Chicago Children's Choir, and SoundGirls.
Performers
We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, and our lineup includes musicians from different backgrounds and cultures, providing a platform for artists to showcase their talent and connect with fans.
Past performers include Gemini Club, CAM, The War on Peace, Trapo, Zealyn, Todd Kessler, Carly & Martina, MONAKR, Antony & the Tramps, Molehill, Mutts, and more.
Our 2024 Line-Up
Natalie Jane
Natalie Jane is all about being honest—even when the feelings she’s plunging into are murky and unsettled. On her Capitol Music Group / 10K Projects debut EP Where Am I?, the 20-year-old singer-songwriter lets her instincts and emotions guide her as she pursues life's truths. The larger-than-life accusation “AVA,” which vibrates with envy from its scream-along opening line—“Who the fuck is Ava?”—helped establish Natalie Jane as a galvanizing force in pop, amassing more than 730 million TikTok views, landing on the charts in four countries since its release, and inspiring concertgoers who saw her open for Bishop Briggs and Misterwives to get into a frenzy where they yelled the lyrics at top volume.
Kid Quill
A recording artist from Indianapolis, IN, whose sound is a hybrid of hip-hop, pop, and alternative. He has grown a core fanbase from touring in the early stages of his career. Over recent years, he's performed at festivals such as Firefly, Electric Forest, Breakaway, and Lollapalooza, where he broke the record for highest attendance at the BMI Stage.
Capital Soirée
Capital Soiree is an indie pop band from Chicago, which started as a childhood trio between best friends James Kourafas (vocals/guitar), Max Romero (bass), and Steven Rejdukowski (guitar). The band has grown from practicing in their basement to playing some of the most acclaimed stages in Chicago, all while maintaining the enthusiasm of some neighborhood kids with a dream.
OSTON
Now residing in LA, the Park City, Utah native is known for her punchy, vulnerable lyricism that resonates with the masses. OSTON's music has been consistently featured on Spotify's 'New Music Friday' and various other playlists across streaming platforms. Her latest EP, "Melancholia," landed her the cover of Spotify's 'SALT' playlist and has amassed nearly 11M streams since its release via Virgin Music. OSTON is set to support Hunter Hayes on his US tour in May.
Nico Segal
Nico Segal, Trumpeter and Producer from Chicago, has built an impressive resume over the last decade. Touring with Frank Ocean, founding The Social Experiment and producing their 2015 album “Surf,” writing and producing for Chance the Rapper, as well as occupying a myriad of high-profile stages, including 3 performances on Saturday Night Live, a Tiny Desk, the 2016 National Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Obama White House, and many more.
Our 2024 Charitable Recipient
This year's charitable recipient is Musically Fed, a non-profit organization whose mission is to mobilize the music industry in the fight against hunger. Musically Fed works with artists, promoters, management, and venues nationwide to donate unused backstage meals to community organizations comprised of at least 50% veterans and who focus on feeding people facing homelessness, hunger, and food insecurity.