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Fresh tracks: Nora Marks, Colin Peterik, Rebel and Cleric, Jacks and Atoms, Shadowfields, Stone Mason, Asi Asi and more

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Annie’s Takeout (w/The Humming Byrd) Colin Peterik Nora Marks Stone Mason

The who, what, when and where of the Chicago and suburban music scene. Chicago Sound Check is a collaborative look by Daily Herald local music writer Brian Shamie and concert photographers Neal Zeleznak and Denis Cheng into the world of up-and-coming musicians working hard to express themselves, entertain others and make their mark.

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