Caro Aceves celebrates their identity as a queer Chicagoan by performing drag under the persona Kerosene. At 23 years old, they have established themselves as a full-time drag performer, taking center stage at spaces across Chicago including Berlin, Golden Dagger, Comfort Station and more. Through performing over the past two years, Aceves has discovered their own identity and forged a deep connection with the city’s queer community. This is what their Chicago sounds like.

This segment of “This Is What Chicago Sounds Like” was produced by Ari Mejia. Keep up with Caro Aceves on Instagram at @kerosene.333.