hicago-based indie rockers , Ratboys ( Topshelf Records ) have done the proverbial slow build to get their current measure of critical and commercial fame , but their breakout album The Window is a benchmark for their current level of acclaim . With high-ranking reviews in Pitchfork and massive streaming numbers on Spotify ( 200k monthly listeners and 2.5 million streams for their top song “ Go Outside ,) the band is on a North American tour that circles through NA and on to Europe back in

Kountz are exploiting the music opportunity . The band writes , “ Music enthusiasts and punk rock lovers can mark their calendars for the opening night [ for Heart of Glass ], which is scheduled for October 28th at 7:30 PM . The highly anticipated event will take place at MT Barrels in Schaumburg ( 1712 Wise Road ), promising an evening filled with electrifying music and unforgettable performances . Heart of Glass will be sharing the stage with the popular band , HairNation , on this exciting night . Kountz and her band are poised to take audiences on a nostalgic journey through the music of Blondie , one of the iconic bands of the 70s and 80s . Known for their hits like " Heart of Glass ," " Call Me ," and " One Way or Another ," Blondie left an indelible mark on the punk and new wave music

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their hometown at Thalia Hall in December , the band meshes twangy leaning roots rock with Julie Steiner ’ s uncanny vocal ( Harriet Wheeler ) to the ' 90s anglo indie rockers The Sundays .

• Chicagoland loves its tribute bands , but no band has appropriately checked the Blondie box . Local stalwarts Heart of Glass , including stalwart Chicago-based guitarist Lorrie

landscape . Heart of Glass aims to pay a heartfelt tribute to Blondie ' s legacy while infusing their own unique energy into the performances .” The band is rounded out by Guitarist Laura Jansons , drummer Jeff Fite , and the crucial lead vocalist Jennifer Queen .

• Southside rapper Callboy who gained fame through his viral single “ Envy Me ,” has departed RCA Records and has started

• Speaking of viral sensations , Chicago natives DCG Brothers have followed up the release of their second mixtape with a visual for “ Body Count ” featuring Rob49 . “ Body Count ” is also featured on the fearsome twosome ’ s latest project , Us , Never Them . The 15-track mixtape also includes five previously released singles and includes appearances

from 2Rare , Skilla Baby , Mello Buckzz , Rob49 , and DCG MSavv . “ Body Count ” also comes on the heels of the visual for “ Know Sum .” According to the DCG , “ The mixtape ' s title speaks to their ability to stay true to their sound , energy , and brotherly bond as they continue to carve out space in today ’ s Drill / Chicago music scene The flurry of freestyles and singles from DCG Brothers this year includes “ Thru The Town ,” “ Way Too Hot ,” “ Every Night ,” and “ Leather Belt ,” all accompanied by official visuals streaming now on YouTube .”