The Underbelly Hours

Original air date May 19th, 2019.

Adela and closes out the Underbelly Hours 2019 Spring Season with May's Chicago Voices guest Joseph Alan Brunker, followed by singer-songwriters Isabella Snow, and Suri.

Original air date May 13th, 2019.

On this 2018 Mother’s Day episode, The Underbelly Hours delved into Local Motive’s discography with lead singer Mike Vinopal and his mother, while discussing his work with suicide prevention non-profit Hope for the Day. Then later, the space-rocking, deeply introspective, God Awful Small Affairs reveal a lot about their personalities and how writing brings them together.

Original air date May 12th, 2019.

Lextrifecta is a rapper, all around artist, and positivity maker. Adela and Dan talk to him about lessons learned from hermitdom, and his commitment to spirituality and community through music. Later in the show, the hosts welcome The King of Mars, a high energy rock band with horns and soul. They talk about time in the studio, the band’s rotating cast, and exploring new lyrical topics.

Original air date May 5th, 2019.

Andrew Robert Palmer is almost ska, hip to the times, and not really dad rock on his newest EP - Andrew Robert Palmer. Later, Westmore talk about the Oswego scene, collaborating with a rapper, and deny smelly band members to their pop punk, emo, 2000’s vibe.

Original air date April 21st, 2019.

Chris Gemkow started the York Album Project with one goal in mind: encouraging high schoolers to explore their identity through song. Five years later, The York Album Project is embedded within York Community High School, prompting the development of an in-school studio, collaboration among young creatives, and an explosion of new songs crafted year after year.

Featuring performances by York students Bridey Costello, Ben Pavlik, and three out of the four members of Sleeveless Jacket.

Original air date April 14th, 2019.

For April’s Chicago Voices episode, The Underbelly Hours sit down with Ben Arguelles, the experienced and beloved founder of DZ Records, and assistant/graphic designer Kasia to explore the joys and struggles of maintaining the ultimate indie studio/film/festival.

Later, musical guest Jam Alker discusses his mission of aiding addicts in recovery through music, and Spooktacular give a glimpse into their forthcoming album.

Original air date April 7th, 2019.

Frontman Nick C. from Pacific Garden sits down with Adela and Dan to discuss the differences between genres, the true definition of indie, and why labeling can be limiting. Later, R&B/pop singer and all around performer Nick Henderson brings positive vibes, and reminds everybody that we are all one.

Original air date March 31st, 2019.

This week, folk artist Orlando Peña sits down with Adela and Dan to talk about moving cities, why his music sounds like the sadness of plain bran cereal, and his roots as a story writer. Later, modern alternative rock trio Observing with Annie make it to the studio despite a flat tire, discuss a little OWA history, and preview some new songs that will take the band in a slightly different direction.

Original air date March 24th, 2019.

This week, Adela and Dan talk to Zion Rodman about being a band-less musician, his journey to Chicago from the East Coast, rainforest music, and more. Folk duo MMCM join the program later to talk about their plethora of folky instruments, perfectionism, touring, and Frank Sinatra's arranger. Plus, three LIVE tunes in studio, complete with stunning harmonies and captivating instrumentals.

Original air date March 17th, 2019.

For this month’s Chicago Voices segment, Adela and Dan turn their attention towards two very influential people in the Chicago music scene. Music columnist Brian Shamie stops by the studio to introduce new music website, Chicago Sound Check, and musician Aaron Williams joins in with some big news regarding his Homegrown Arts & Music Festival. Later in the show, Eric Quigley sits down with some new music and news of his own.