> Read More As the countdown begins to Viva Acid's anticipated third season, step into our atmosphere and submit a track to our first Various Artist 12" Release! Amplify Your Sound SEASON 3 NEWSLETTER Enter Your Email Join Subscribed JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER Instagram Twitter Virtual Warehouse 2021 | Archive 2022 | Archive © 2023 Viva Acid AMPLIFY YOUR SOUND As the countdown begins to Viva Acid's anticipated third season, step into our atmosphere and submit a track to the first Various Artist 12" Release! SUBMIT NOW SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER WHEN ENTERING YOUR EMAIL Join Thanks for subscribing! INSTAGRAM SUBMIT A TRACK Submission Details SUBMIT From June 26th to July 26th (30 days) producers can submit their music to the Viva Acid Various Artist Compilation for release on 12", during the fall of 2023. What We Want Submissions centered around Acid Music in ALL its forms, including but not limited to Acid House, Acid Techno, Acid Breaks, Acid Jungle, Acid Chill, Acid Juke, etc. Terms & Conditions Open to participants worldwide. One track submission per participant. All submissions after deadline will not be considered. Submitted music remains the property of the artist. Amplify Your Sound Submit to be one of four artists to be featured across our channels and on 12", along with receiving two Viva Acid 2023 T-shirts and two VIP passes. Additionally, two artists will have the chance to enjoy two VIP passes for an exclusive Viva Acid 2023 experience. How to Enter Submit your acid music focused track demo on or before the deadline date of July 26th to email address: compilation@vivaacid.com You will receive a confirmation email of your music submission. From this confirmation email, you will share the this page and follow our socials. Make a social post about this contest and tag us. INSTAGRAM SUBMIT HERE

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TALKS & STREAMS DETAILS 303 DAY VIDEO PREMIER Rebecca Goldberg presents "Bleikur", a Viva Acid Feature. WATCH NOW 303 DAY MIX Bai-ee curates this 110 min mix on 303 Day featuring tracks pulled from Viva Acid's 12" EP release, and weekly Instagram series "5 Tracks to Jack". LISTEN NOW VA001 12" Our inaugural 12" various artist release is now available exclusively at Gramaphone Records , in Chicago. LISTEN NOW “Ecto-Acid” by Matt Freeman ---------------------- ”Underground Pressure” by Massiande ------------------- ”Memory Lane” by Ed Nine ------------------- ”Stop Trippin” by The Hermit VIVA ACID 12" OUT NOW! 100 DAYS TILL VIVA ACID IGNITES To mark this important milestone, we are seeking submissions to our inaugural Various Artist 12", alongside the unveiling of a collaborative t-shirt design with illustrator John Smith. INSTAGRAM JOIN US 100 DAYS TILL WE RIDE Transform Your Business Online Invest in Growth Explore GRAMPAHONE INSTAGRAM 2023 GALLERY LISTEN HERE Our inaugural 12" various artist release is now available exclusively at Gramaphone Records , in Chicago. VIVA ACID SATURDAY 10/7/23 BRODCAST 3:00PM In Store DJ Sets by Geto Mark & D. Strange at 2843 N Clark St. GRAMAPHONE SATURDAY 10/7/23 WORK SHOP 5:30PM "Creating Tracks in Ableton" with Orville Kline, Jana Rush & Gettoblaster at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 CONVO 7:00PM "Staying Creative" Moderator Andrew Emil with Geto Mark, Jana Rush, Shaun J Wright & Dj Lady D at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 CONVO 8:15PM "Dance Music in a Post-Pandemic World" Moderator Luis Baro with Joe Brandt, Steve Noah, and Jaggy at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 EVENT 10:00PM Saturday we welcome home Eris Drew, alongside Ciel and Sevron for a memorable night in Smartbar. Returning to a special venue in our history, supporting future-forward sounds rooted in acid experimentation and the rave experience. SMARTBAR SUNDAY 10/8/23 DOORS 5:00PM Sunday's DAY event we rise to welcome Viva Acid alumni Glenn Underground, Mystic Bill, John Simmons and Bai-ee alongside Gettoblaster and Adorio. A selection of influencers guiding multiple generations of party kids. CERISE SEASON 3 EVENTS, WORKSHOPS & CONVERSATIONS IN CHICAGO, IL. This is a paragraph. Click to edit and add your own text. Add any information you want to share with users. Change the font, size or scale to get the look you want. 2023 SCHEDULE WED. 10/4/23 BROADCAST 5:00PM "Featured Mix" by Keefe Airing on Vocalo 91.1FM VOCALO THURSDAY 10/5/23 BROADCAST 3:00PM In Store DJ Sets by Cntrl Zora & Fortune at 2843 N Clark St. GRAMAPHONE THURSDAY 10/5/23 BROADCAST 5:00PM "Featured Mix" by John Simmons Airing on Vocalo 91.1FM VOCALO THURSDAY 10/5/23 WORK SHOP 5:30PM "Creating Tracks in Ableton" with Orville Kline, DJ Hyperactive, and Keefe at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS THURSDAY 10/5/23 CONVO 6:45PM "Technological Disruptions in Music" Moderator Mazi with Dani Deahl, Andrew Emil, and Bai-ee at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS THURSDAY 10/5/23 CONVO 8:00PM "Safer Space" Moderator Angelia Word Mahaney with Jessica Fortune Fenner, Iambrandon, and Joe Brandt at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS THURSDAY 10/5/23 CONVO 9:15PM "Activism in Acid House" Moderator John Simmons with Keter Darker, Jacob Arnold, and Glenn Underground at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS THURSDAY 10/5/23 EVENT 10:00PM Kicking off Season 3 with a Thursday night event, showcasing a spectrum of styles rooted in music experimentation. 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EMPORIUM FRIDAY 10/6/23 BRODCAST 3:00PM In Store DJ Sets by Cinna & Flores Negras at 2843 N Clark St. GRAMAPHONE FRIDAY 10/6/23 BRODCAST 5:00PM "Featured Mix" by Houz' Mon on Vocalo 91.1FM VOCALO FRIDAY 10/6/23 WORK SHOP 5:30PM "Creating Trax in Ableton" with Orville Kline, Glenn Underground & Gettoblaster at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS FRIDAY 10/6/23 CONVO 6:45PM "Opportunities in Music" Moderator Andrew Emil with John Curley, Ben Baez, and Joshua Guerin at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS FRIDAY 10/6/23 CONVO 8:00PM "Beyond Inclusion" Moderator Jessica Fortune Fenner Elly Schook, Celeste Alexander and KC Wray at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS FRIDAY 10/6/23 CONVO 9:15PM "Urban Development & the Birth of Acid House" Moderator Duane Powell with Jacob Arnold, Glenn Underground, and Jerome Baker at 2350 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS FRIDAY 10/6/23 EVENT 10:00PM Our Friday night Dj event unites acid techno titans of the Midwest, Woody Mcbride, Mike Dearborn, and Hyperactive. Whether you're a newcomer or feeling de ja vu, the midwest rave scene was built around this iconic trio's impact. Jaggy of Green Machine sets the stage. RSVP SATURDAY 10/7/23 BRODCAST 3:00PM In Store DJ Sets by Geto Mark & D. Strange at 2843 N Clark St. GRAMAPHONE SATURDAY 10/7/23 WORK SHOP 5:30PM "Creating Tracks in Ableton" with Orville Kline, Jana Rush & Gettoblaster at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 CONVO 7:00PM "Staying Creative" Moderator Andrew Emil with Geto Mark, Jana Rush, Shaun J Wright & Dj Lady D at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 CONVO 8:15PM "Dance Music in a Post-Pandemic World" Moderator Luis Baro with Joe Brandt, Steve Noah, and Jaggy at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 EVENT 10:00PM Saturday we welcome home Eris Drew, alongside Ciel and Sevron for a memorable night in Smartbar. Returning to a special venue in our history, supporting future-forward sounds rooted in acid experimentation and the rave experience. SMARTBAR SUNDAY 10/8/23 DOORS 5:00PM Sunday's DAY event we rise to welcome Viva Acid alumni Glenn Underground, Mystic Bill, John Simmons and Bai-ee alongside Gettoblaster and Adorio. A selection of influencers guiding multiple generations of party kids. CERISE Learn More EVENTS WORKSHOPS CONVERSATION CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF ROLAND INSTAGRAM 5 TRACKS TO JACK PART 9 INSTAGRAM HISTORY OF ACID HOUSE INSTAGRAM To mark this milestone, we are seeking submissions to our inaugural Various Artist 12", alongside the unveiling of a collaborative t-shirt design with illustrator John Smith. HIGHLIGHTING THE IMPACT OF ACID MUSIC EVERYWHERE Keep F*ckin' Movin' MERCH UNDER CONSTRUCTION RSVP FOR MORE INFO Learn More CLUB EVENTS & WORKSHOPS DETAILS Quick View Crew Hoodie Price $39.99 Quick View Embroidered Beanie Price $24.99 Quick View Season 3 Crew Tee Price $29.99 Quick View Season 1 Crew Tee Price $29.99 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER WHEN ENTERING YOUR EMAIL Join Thanks for subscribing! 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> Read More As the countdown begins to Viva Acid's anticipated third season, step into our atmosphere and submit a track to our first Various Artist 12" Release! Amplify Your Sound SEASON 3 NEWSLETTER Enter Your Email Join Subscribed JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER Instagram Twitter Virtual Warehouse 2021 | Archive 2022 | Archive © 2023 Viva Acid AMPLIFY YOUR SOUND As the countdown begins to Viva Acid's anticipated third season, step into our atmosphere and submit a track to the first Various Artist 12" Release! SUBMIT NOW SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER WHEN ENTERING YOUR EMAIL Join Thanks for subscribing! INSTAGRAM SUBMIT A TRACK Submission Details SUBMIT From June 26th to July 26th (30 days) producers can submit their music to the Viva Acid Various Artist Compilation for release on 12", during the fall of 2023. What We Want Submissions centered around Acid Music in ALL its forms, including but not limited to Acid House, Acid Techno, Acid Breaks, Acid Jungle, Acid Chill, Acid Juke, etc. Terms & Conditions Open to participants worldwide. One track submission per participant. All submissions after deadline will not be considered. Submitted music remains the property of the artist. Amplify Your Sound Submit to be one of four artists to be featured across our channels and on 12", along with receiving two Viva Acid 2023 T-shirts and two VIP passes. Additionally, two artists will have the chance to enjoy two VIP passes for an exclusive Viva Acid 2023 experience. How to Enter Submit your acid music focused track demo on or before the deadline date of July 26th to email address: compilation@vivaacid.com You will receive a confirmation email of your music submission. From this confirmation email, you will share the this page and follow our socials. Make a social post about this contest and tag us. INSTAGRAM SUBMIT HERE

1. Embrace Chaos Creativity often arises from chaos and disorder. Instead of resisting the chaos of the creative process, embrace it and allow it to guide you. Experiment with new techniques, and approaches, and be open to the unexpected. 2. Sound Design One way to stay creative in music production is to experiment with sound design. This involves manipulating various parameters of synthesizers, effects, and other audio processors to create unique sounds that can be used in a track. For example, try experimenting with different waveforms, filters, LFOs, and modulation sources to create something that sounds fresh and new. 3. Follow the Flow Creativity is a flow that moves through us, follow this flow rather than try to control it. Let go of preconceived notions of how a track should sound and instead allow the music to unfold organically. 4. Limitations Setting limitations can help to inspire creativity by forcing you to work within certain constraints. For example, challenge yourself to create a track using only a limited set of instruments, or by restricting the number of tracks you can use in your DAW. By doing so, you may be able to come up with unique solutions that you might not have considered otherwise. 5. Trust Your Intuition Creativity often arises from a deep, intuitive sense of what feels right. Trust your intuition and follow your instincts when creating music. Don't be afraid to take risks or try something new. 6. Collaboration Collaborating with other musicians, producers, or songwriters can help to spark new ideas and approaches to music production. By working with someone who has a different musical background or approach, you can challenge yourself to think outside of your usual creative process and explore new possibilities. 7. Embody Your Inspiration Inspiration can come from anywhere, embody and express this inspiration through your music. Whether it's a feeling, an image, or a story, find ways to convey it through your music and allow it to guide your creative process. 8. Sampling and Resampling Sampling and resampling can be a great way to generate new ideas and sounds. By taking samples from different sources, chopping them up, and rearranging them in novel ways, you can create unique rhythms, melodies, and textures. Additionally, resampling involves recording the output of a track and then processing it in various ways, such as adding effects or manipulating the pitch and tempo. This can create unexpected results that can be used as a starting point for new tracks. 9. Field Recordings Field recordings are sounds recorded from the environment, such as natural sounds, urban noise, or human voices. By incorporating these sounds into your tracks, you can add an organic, authentic element to your music. Moreover, field recordings can be manipulated in various ways, such as pitch-shifting, time-stretching, and processing with effects, to create entirely new sounds. This can help to keep your music production fresh and original. 10. Find Unity in Diversity Creativity thrives on diversity, try to embrace and celebrate the diversity of sounds, genres, and cultures in music production. By blending different styles and techniques, you can create something truly unique and authentic. To again quote the great Alan Watts, "The most important characteristic of the Eastern worldview is the awareness of the unity and mutual interrelation of all things and events." Embrace this unity in diversity and let it guide your creative process. > Read More To stay creative in art and music production, one must embrace the fluid and ever-changing nature of creativity itself. As philosopher Alan Watts once said, "The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance." Here are ten music production techniques to help stay creative while making art: HERE'S 10 TIPS FOR STAYING CREATIVE By: Andrew Emil SEASON 3 NEWSLETTER Enter Your Email Join Subscribed Join Instagram Twitter Blog Virtual Warehouse 2021 | Archive 2022 | Archive © 2023 Viva Acid

1. Embrace Chaos Creativity often arises from chaos and disorder. Instead of resisting the chaos of the creative process, embrace it and allow it to guide you. Experiment with new techniques, and approaches, and be open to the unexpected. 2. Sound Design One way to stay creative in music production is to experiment with sound design. This involves manipulating various parameters of synthesizers, effects, and other audio processors to create unique sounds that can be used in a track. For example, try experimenting with different waveforms, filters, LFOs, and modulation sources to create something that sounds fresh and new. 3. Follow the Flow Creativity is a flow that moves through us, follow this flow rather than try to control it. Let go of preconceived notions of how a track should sound and instead allow the music to unfold organically. 4. Limitations Setting limitations can help to inspire creativity by forcing you to work within certain constraints. For example, challenge yourself to create a track using only a limited set of instruments, or by restricting the number of tracks you can use in your DAW. By doing so, you may be able to come up with unique solutions that you might not have considered otherwise. 5. Trust Your Intuition Creativity often arises from a deep, intuitive sense of what feels right. Trust your intuition and follow your instincts when creating music. Don't be afraid to take risks or try something new. 6. Collaboration Collaborating with other musicians, producers, or songwriters can help to spark new ideas and approaches to music production. By working with someone who has a different musical background or approach, you can challenge yourself to think outside of your usual creative process and explore new possibilities. 7. Embody Your Inspiration Inspiration can come from anywhere, embody and express this inspiration through your music. Whether it's a feeling, an image, or a story, find ways to convey it through your music and allow it to guide your creative process. 8. Sampling and Resampling Sampling and resampling can be a great way to generate new ideas and sounds. By taking samples from different sources, chopping them up, and rearranging them in novel ways, you can create unique rhythms, melodies, and textures. Additionally, resampling involves recording the output of a track and then processing it in various ways, such as adding effects or manipulating the pitch and tempo. This can create unexpected results that can be used as a starting point for new tracks. 9. Field Recordings Field recordings are sounds recorded from the environment, such as natural sounds, urban noise, or human voices. By incorporating these sounds into your tracks, you can add an organic, authentic element to your music. Moreover, field recordings can be manipulated in various ways, such as pitch-shifting, time-stretching, and processing with effects, to create entirely new sounds. This can help to keep your music production fresh and original. 10. Find Unity in Diversity Creativity thrives on diversity, try to embrace and celebrate the diversity of sounds, genres, and cultures in music production. By blending different styles and techniques, you can create something truly unique and authentic. To again quote the great Alan Watts, "The most important characteristic of the Eastern worldview is the awareness of the unity and mutual interrelation of all things and events." Embrace this unity in diversity and let it guide your creative process. > Read More To stay creative in art and music production, one must embrace the fluid and ever-changing nature of creativity itself. As philosopher Alan Watts once said, "The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance." Here are ten music production techniques to help stay creative while making art: HERE'S 10 TIPS FOR STAYING CREATIVE By: Andrew Emil SEASON 3 NEWSLETTER Enter Your Email Join Subscribed Join Instagram Twitter Blog Virtual Warehouse 2021 | Archive 2022 | Archive © 2023 Viva Acid

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1. Embrace Chaos Creativity often arises from chaos and disorder. Instead of resisting the chaos of the creative process, embrace it and allow it to guide you. Experiment with new techniques, and approaches, and be open to the unexpected. 2. Sound Design One way to stay creative in music production is to experiment with sound design. This involves manipulating various parameters of synthesizers, effects, and other audio processors to create unique sounds that can be used in a track. For example, try experimenting with different waveforms, filters, LFOs, and modulation sources to create something that sounds fresh and new. 3. Follow the Flow Creativity is a flow that moves through us, follow this flow rather than try to control it. Let go of preconceived notions of how a track should sound and instead allow the music to unfold organically. 4. Limitations Setting limitations can help to inspire creativity by forcing you to work within certain constraints. For example, challenge yourself to create a track using only a limited set of instruments, or by restricting the number of tracks you can use in your DAW. By doing so, you may be able to come up with unique solutions that you might not have considered otherwise. 5. Trust Your Intuition Creativity often arises from a deep, intuitive sense of what feels right. Trust your intuition and follow your instincts when creating music. Don't be afraid to take risks or try something new. 6. Collaboration Collaborating with other musicians, producers, or songwriters can help to spark new ideas and approaches to music production. By working with someone who has a different musical background or approach, you can challenge yourself to think outside of your usual creative process and explore new possibilities. 7. Embody Your Inspiration Inspiration can come from anywhere, embody and express this inspiration through your music. Whether it's a feeling, an image, or a story, find ways to convey it through your music and allow it to guide your creative process. 8. Sampling and Resampling Sampling and resampling can be a great way to generate new ideas and sounds. By taking samples from different sources, chopping them up, and rearranging them in novel ways, you can create unique rhythms, melodies, and textures. Additionally, resampling involves recording the output of a track and then processing it in various ways, such as adding effects or manipulating the pitch and tempo. This can create unexpected results that can be used as a starting point for new tracks. 9. Field Recordings Field recordings are sounds recorded from the environment, such as natural sounds, urban noise, or human voices. By incorporating these sounds into your tracks, you can add an organic, authentic element to your music. Moreover, field recordings can be manipulated in various ways, such as pitch-shifting, time-stretching, and processing with effects, to create entirely new sounds. This can help to keep your music production fresh and original. 10. Find Unity in Diversity Creativity thrives on diversity, try to embrace and celebrate the diversity of sounds, genres, and cultures in music production. By blending different styles and techniques, you can create something truly unique and authentic. To again quote the great Alan Watts, "The most important characteristic of the Eastern worldview is the awareness of the unity and mutual interrelation of all things and events." Embrace this unity in diversity and let it guide your creative process. > Read More To stay creative in art and music production, one must embrace the fluid and ever-changing nature of creativity itself. As philosopher Alan Watts once said, "The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance." Here are ten music production techniques to help stay creative while making art: HERE'S 10 TIPS FOR STAYING CREATIVE By: Andrew Emil SEASON 3 NEWSLETTER Enter Your Email Join Subscribed Join Instagram Twitter Blog Virtual Warehouse 2021 | Archive 2022 | Archive © 2023 Viva Acid

100 DAYS TILL VIVA ACID IGNITES To mark this important milestone, we are seeking submissions to our inaugural Various Artist 12", alongside the unveiling of a collaborative t-shirt design with illustrator John Smith. INSTAGRAM JOIN US 100 DAYS TILL WE RIDE WATCH CLIPS For attending, learning, and growing with us in 2023. Enjoy some of this year's highlights! Thank You SATURDAY 10/7/23 BRODCAST 3:00PM In Store DJ Sets by Geto Mark & D. Strange at 2843 N Clark St. GRAMAPHONE SATURDAY 10/7/23 WORK SHOP 5:30PM "Creating Tracks in Ableton" with Orville Kline, Jana Rush & Gettoblaster at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 CONVO 7:00PM "Staying Creative" Moderator Andrew Emil with Geto Mark, Jana Rush, Shaun J Wright & Dj Lady D at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 CONVO 8:15PM "Dance Music in a Post-Pandemic World" Moderator Luis Baro with Joe Brandt, Steve Noah, and Jaggy at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 EVENT 10:00PM Saturday we welcome home Eris Drew, alongside Ciel and Sevron for a memorable night in Smartbar. Returning to a special venue in our history, supporting future-forward sounds rooted in acid experimentation and the rave experience. SMARTBAR SUNDAY 10/8/23 DOORS 5:00PM Sunday's DAY event we rise to welcome Viva Acid alumni Glenn Underground, Mystic Bill, John Simmons and Bai-ee alongside Gettoblaster and Adorio. A selection of influencers guiding multiple generations of party kids. CERISE SEASON 3 EVENTS, WORKSHOPS & CONVERSATIONS IN CHICAGO, IL. This is a paragraph. Click to edit and add your own text. Add any information you want to share with users. Change the font, size or scale to get the look you want. 2023 SCHEDULE WED. 10/4/23 BROADCAST 5:00PM "Featured Mix" by Keefe Airing on Vocalo 91.1FM VOCALO THURSDAY 10/5/23 BROADCAST 3:00PM In Store DJ Sets by Cntrl Zora & Fortune at 2843 N Clark St. GRAMAPHONE THURSDAY 10/5/23 BROADCAST 5:00PM "Featured Mix" by John Simmons Airing on Vocalo 91.1FM VOCALO THURSDAY 10/5/23 WORK SHOP 5:30PM "Creating Tracks in Ableton" with Orville Kline, DJ Hyperactive, and Keefe at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS THURSDAY 10/5/23 CONVO 6:45PM "Technological Disruptions in Music" Moderator Mazi with Dani Deahl, Andrew Emil, and Bai-ee at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS THURSDAY 10/5/23 CONVO 8:00PM "Safer Space" Moderator Angelia Word Mahaney with Jessica Fortune Fenner, Iambrandon, and Joe Brandt at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS THURSDAY 10/5/23 CONVO 9:15PM "Activism in Acid House" Moderator John Simmons with Keter Darker, Jacob Arnold, and Glenn Underground at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS THURSDAY 10/5/23 EVENT 10:00PM Kicking off Season 3 with a Thursday night event, showcasing a spectrum of styles rooted in music experimentation. Welcoming back Viva Acid alumni Noncompliant, alongside Cqqchifruit, Janesita, and a special live P.A performance by Jana Rush. EMPORIUM FRIDAY 10/6/23 BRODCAST 3:00PM In Store DJ Sets by Cinna & Flores Negras at 2843 N Clark St. GRAMAPHONE FRIDAY 10/6/23 BRODCAST 5:00PM "Featured Mix" by Houz' Mon on Vocalo 91.1FM VOCALO FRIDAY 10/6/23 WORK SHOP 5:30PM "Creating Trax in Ableton" with Orville Kline, Glenn Underground & Gettoblaster at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS FRIDAY 10/6/23 CONVO 6:45PM "Opportunities in Music" Moderator Andrew Emil with John Curley, Ben Baez, and Joshua Guerin at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS FRIDAY 10/6/23 CONVO 8:00PM "Beyond Inclusion" Moderator Jessica Fortune Fenner Elly Schook, Celeste Alexander and KC Wray at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS FRIDAY 10/6/23 CONVO 9:15PM "Urban Development & the Birth of Acid House" Moderator Duane Powell with Jacob Arnold, Glenn Underground, and Jerome Baker at 2350 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS FRIDAY 10/6/23 EVENT 10:00PM Our Friday night Dj event unites acid techno titans of the Midwest, Woody Mcbride, Mike Dearborn, and Hyperactive. Whether you're a newcomer or feeling de ja vu, the midwest rave scene was built around this iconic trio's impact. Jaggy of Green Machine sets the stage. RSVP SATURDAY 10/7/23 BRODCAST 3:00PM In Store DJ Sets by Geto Mark & D. Strange at 2843 N Clark St. GRAMAPHONE SATURDAY 10/7/23 WORK SHOP 5:30PM "Creating Tracks in Ableton" with Orville Kline, Jana Rush & Gettoblaster at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 CONVO 7:00PM "Staying Creative" Moderator Andrew Emil with Geto Mark, Jana Rush, Shaun J Wright & Dj Lady D at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 CONVO 8:15PM "Dance Music in a Post-Pandemic World" Moderator Luis Baro with Joe Brandt, Steve Noah, and Jaggy at 2328 N Milwaukee Ave Q STUDIOS SATURDAY 10/7/23 EVENT 10:00PM Saturday we welcome home Eris Drew, alongside Ciel and Sevron for a memorable night in Smartbar. Returning to a special venue in our history, supporting future-forward sounds rooted in acid experimentation and the rave experience. SMARTBAR SUNDAY 10/8/23 DOORS 5:00PM Sunday's DAY event we rise to welcome Viva Acid alumni Glenn Underground, Mystic Bill, John Simmons and Bai-ee alongside Gettoblaster and Adorio. A selection of influencers guiding multiple generations of party kids. CERISE Quick View Crew Hoodie Price $39.99 Quick View Embroidered Beanie Price $24.99 Quick View Season 3 Crew Tee Price $29.99 Quick View Season 1 Crew Tee Price $29.99 “Ecto-Acid” by Matt Freeman ---------------------- ”Underground Pressure” by Massiande ------------------- ”Memory Lane” by Ed Nine ------------------- ”Stop Trippin” by The Hermit RELEASING FALL 2023 VIVA ACID'S 12" VARIOUS ARTIST EP PREVIEW Learn More EVENTS WORKSHOPS CONVERSATION RSVP FOR MORE INFO Learn More CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF ROLAND INSTAGRAM 5 TRACKS TO JACK PART 9 INSTAGRAM HISTORY OF ACID HOUSE INSTAGRAM To mark this milestone, we are seeking submissions to our inaugural Various Artist 12", alongside the unveiling of a collaborative t-shirt design with illustrator John Smith. HIGHLIGHTING THE IMPACT OF ACID MUSIC EVERYWHERE 3 T-shirs from our first 3 seasons. Including tote bags, crew tees, and sticker packs previously only available on-site at Viva Acid Funktions. 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This is a chance to highlight the unique and valuable aspects that differentiate you from the competition. 100 DAYS TILL VIVA ACID IGNITES To mark this important milestone, we are seeking submissions for our inaugural Various Artist 12", alongside the unveiling of a collaborative t-shirt design with illustrator John Smith. AMPLIFY YOUR SOUND Start Now ✦ PLATFORM AMPLIFY YOUR SOUND Viva Acid (Various Artist) 12" Debut Submit Now TALKS & STREAMS DETAILS Acid House Distro Production Technology Rave Music AI Metaverse Blockchain We are actively engaged curating an unforgettable lineup of talks, workshops, and events for Season 3, October 2023. PAST GUESTS & SPEAKERS Dj Pierre INSTAGRAM Gene Hunt INSTAGRAM G. Underground INSTAGRAM Noncompliant INSTAGRAM Wayne Williams INSTAGRAM Audio Soul Project INSTAGRAM Read More To stay creative in art and music production, one must embrace the fluid and ever-changing nature of creativity itself. 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See something you like, click on "collect for x tez". You will sync your KUKAI wallet and confirm the transaction . Your wallet will reflect proof of purchase! PREPARE TO BE UNBOUND CONTACT Submit Thanks for submitting! SUBSCRIBE THANKS FOR SUBMITTING! FALL IN Friday October 14th @ SPYBAR Tickets TALK 1 ​​ 6:00/7:30 pm – Ableton Workshop “Many Colors of Acid” How to use stock plugins, various VST’s utilizing analog, Serum and Element to make 303 bass lines. Presenters Sireena Yancour, Orvile Kline and Danny Digable 7:30/9:00 pm - Opportunities in Music & Decentralization (Bai-ee, Audio Soul Project, Hieroglyphic Being) 9:00 pm - Close John Simmons demos and performs a live hybrid dj set, with Luis Baro, Bai-ee and Andrew Emil on support. TALKS & STREAMS DETAILS CLUB EVENTS & WORKSHOPS DETAILS Saturday October 15th @ SMARTBAR Tickets Programming "At A Glance" Vocal Radio Takeover | 91.1FM & Vocalo.org VivaAcid hosts sets all week featuring Dj Pierre, K'Alexi Shelby, Hiroko Yamaura b2b Hyperactive, Craig Alexander, Brenda b2b Mark Angle Weekly Oct. 10th-15th 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Critically Massive Twitch Stream | twitch.tv/randalldean.com VivaAcid hosts Specter & Chicago Skyway Wednesday Oct. 12th 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Many Colors of Acid -Workshop - 606 Cafe Ableton Workshop “Many Colors of Acid” How to use stock plugins, various VST’s utilizing analog, Serum and Element to make 303 bass lines. Presenters Orville Kline, Danny Digable and Sireena Yancour Thursday Oct 13th 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Opportunities in Music & Decentralization - Talk - 606 Cafe John Simmons moderates as Bai-ee, Audio Soul Project and Jamal Moss discuss their experiences in Web3 as independent musicians and Web2 Record Labels. Thursday Oct 13th 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm John Simmons *Live Hybrid Dj set & Demo - Dance Event - 606 Cafe John Simmons "breaks down" and performs a hybrid dj set with Luis Baro, Bai-ee and Andrew Emil on Dj support. Thursday Oct 13th 9:00 pm - 1:00 am Careers in Music - Talk - 606 Cafe Dj Lady D moderates as Vince Lawrence, Noncompliant and Jamal Moss discuss opportunities in the music business. Friday Oct 14th 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Impact of Vernacular Music on Society - Talk - 606 Cafe Dj Lady D moderates as DJ Pierre, Craig Alexander and Vince Lawrence discuss their experiences watching Acid House Music evolve out of Chicago. Friday Oct 14th 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Spybar Takeover - Dance Event VivaAcid hosts Dj Pierre, Noncompliant, Brenda and Mark Angel at Smartbar Friday Oct 14th 10:00 pm - 4:00 am Building a Community - Talk - 606 Cafe Luis Baro moderates Ron Carroll, Abigail Grohmann, Matt Fusello and Adam Curtis to discuss their experience growing their communities. Saturday Oct 15th 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Promotions - Talk - 606 Cafe Luis Baro moderates as Luke Vibert & Post Human discucss manufacturing, promoting, and using the tools available to maximize your impact. Saturday Oct 15th 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Smartbar Takeover - Dance Event VivaAcid joins with I Love Acid to host Luke Vibert, Posthuman, Justin Aulis Long, DJ Wrap Saturday Oct 15th 10:00 pm - 5:00 am Le Nocturne Takeover - Dance Event VivaAcid hosts Mystic Bill, Gene Hunt, Sold at Le Nocturne Sunday Oct 16th 5:00 pm - 1:00 am ____ October 10th VivaAcid Takes Over Chicago Airwaves Launching Season 2 Programming on Vocalo with Dj Pierre Oct. 10 91.1FM 5PM DJ Pierre Oct. 11 91.1FM 5PM K'Alexi Shelby Oct. 12 91.1FM 5PM Hiroko Yamaura b2b Hyperactive Oct. 12 TWITCH 5PM Specter & Chicago Skyway Oct. 13 91.1FM 5PM Craig Alexander Oct. 14 91.1FM 5PM Brenda b2b Mark Angel 01 PROJECT TITLE 2021 02 PROJECT TITLE 2020 03 PROJECT TITLE 2019 04 PROJECT TITLE 2018 ____ SET REMINDER October 13th Music Workshop & Discussion Presenting Opportunities In Music & Decentralization at Cafe 606 w/ Lori Sapio+ Oct. 13 Doors @ 5P Moderator: John Simmons Six06 Cafe Orville Kline, Danny Digable and Sireena Yancour 6-7:30P Ableton Workshop “Many Colors of Acid” How to use stock plugins, various VST’s utilizing analog, Serum and Element to make 303 bass lines. FREE Bai-ee, Audio Soul Project, Hieroglyphic Being 7:30-9P Opportunities in Music & Decentralization FREE John Simmons 9-?P Live Set /Hybrid Dj Demo & Set FREE Luis Baro, Bai-ee, Andrew Emil ?-1A B2B Djing to close FREE Chicago-focused advocacy for experimental artists, djs, and producers. Season 2 Thank You • 606 Cafe • Spybar • Smartbar • Le Nocturne • Vocalo Radio • Critically Massive PARTICIPATE IN 2023 Airing on Vocalo & Critically Massive Showcasing various artists with deep roots and history within Chicago's underground community. SET REMINDER ON EVENTBRITE October 10th VivaAcid Launches Season 2... Limited Time Offer 606 Cafe Doors @ 5PM Smartbar Doors @ 10PM This is your Product section paragraph. It’s an ideal place to showcase the types of products available, and underline any important or unique features. PURCHASE TICKETS ____ TICKETS October 14th Discussions Around Careers In Music & the Impact of Vernacular Music at Cafe 606 Oct. 14 Doors @ 5P Moderator: Dj Lady D Six06 Cafe Vince Lawrence, Noncompliant, Jamal Moss 6-7:30P Careers In Music FREE Dj Pierre, Craig Alexander, Vince Lawrence 7:30-9P Impact of Vernacular Music on Society FREE Dj Pierre, Noncompliant, Brenda, Mark Angel 9-3A @ SPYBAR TICKETS 606 Cafe Doors @ 5PM Music @ 9PM This is your Product section paragraph. It’s an ideal place to showcase the types of products available, and underline any important or unique features. SET REMINDER ON EVENTBRITE ____ TICKETS October 15th Discussions Around Building Community and Maximizing Impact at Cafe 606 Oct. 15 Doors @ 5P Moderator: Luis Baro Six06 Cafe Ron Carrol, Abigail Grohmann Matt Fusello, Adam Curtis 6-7:30P Building a Community FREE Luke Vibert, Posthuman 7:30-9P Manufacturing, promoting, and using the tools available to maximize your impact FREE Luke Vibert, Posthuman, Justin Aulis Long, Dj Warp 9P-3A @ Smartbar TICKETS 606 Cafe Doors @ 5PM Spybar Doors @ 10PM This is your Product section paragraph. It’s an ideal place to showcase the types of products available, and underline any important or unique features. PURCHASE TICKETS ____ SET REMINDER October 16th Closing Party / Day Event, Tea @Le Nocturne Le Nocturne Doors @ 6PM Closing Tea Party. PURCHASE TICKETS ✦ PLATFORM SET REMINDER ON EVENTBRITE Season 2 This years programming highlights pioneering Acid House producers from Chicago, the midwest and beyond. Providing a platform for those artists to share stories and experiences around the genre's evolution. With unique emphasis on Chicago Dj culture, Ron Hardy and the lineage of genre defining artists he inspired at the Music Box. Providing Chicago-focused advocacy for experimental artists, djs, and producers. Kicking Off Workshops With Lori Sapio , Showcasing 30 Years of Archival Rave Photography Exhibited at Cafe 606 ✦ PLATFORM - DJ Pierre (Phuture) Its not that I didn’t like Frankie Knuckles – I was just a Ron Hardy guy.