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THE INTERNATIONAL LATINO CULTURAL CENTER AND LEVITT FOUNDATION PRESENT LEVITT VIBE MUSIC SERIES
JOIN US AT RIIS PARK CHICAGO JULY 12 🎶
Get ready for an explosive night of homegrown Chicago talent as two of the city’s most dynamic Latin bands share the stage at Riis Park as part of the FREE concert series Levitt VIBE Chicago Music Series (June 14th – August 16th)! This special double bill showcases the best of Chicago’s Latin alternative scene with two acts that represent the heart and soul of our city’s musical diversity.
The Braided Janes: The Braided Janes bring their award-winning “Tropi-alt rock” sound, blending Latin-influenced rhythms with intricate bass lines and thought-provoking bilingual vocals. This family trio—Jessica Rodriguez (vocals, keys, guitar), wife Juny Alvarez (drums, percussion), and brother-in-law Andrew Doyle (bass guitar)—creates music that transcends language and genre barriers. Fresh from recording their latest album “Renacer” in Colombia with Grammy-winning producer Christian Castagno, they deliver socially conscious music with infectious energy.
Los Vicios de Papá: Los Vicios de Papá is a high energy Latin ska fusion band with socially conscious lyrics stemming from our struggling and undocumented youth experience. Our sound started with a passion for ska/reggae and has evolved into an 8 piece band creating an intoxicating mix that ignites fans into a dance-frenzy. We are a response to these systemic and unjust inequities; we create an upbeat way out.
The Braided Janes & The National Museum of Mexican Art present: LA 10.ª MUSA for the Sor Juana Festival Saturday March 15-16
The Braided Janes performed at National Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago with whom they've co-produced LA 10.ª MUSA for their Sor Juana Festival. The event aims to highlight members of the LGBTQ+ community. The multidisciplinary event will take place on March 15th 2025 in honor of Women's History Month.
NEW album “The Guardians" out NOW
THE INTERNATIONAL LATINO CULTURAL CENTER AND LEVITT FOUNDATION PRESENT LEVITT VIBE MUSIC SERIES
JOIN US AT RIIS PARK CHICAGO JULY 12 🎶
Get ready for an explosive night of homegrown Chicago talent as two of the city’s most dynamic Latin bands share the stage at Riis Park as part of the FREE concert series Levitt VIBE Chicago Music Series (June 14th – August 16th)! This special double bill showcases the best of Chicago’s Latin alternative scene with two acts that represent the heart and soul of our city’s musical diversity.
The Braided Janes: The Braided Janes bring their award-winning “Tropi-alt rock” sound, blending Latin-influenced rhythms with intricate bass lines and thought-provoking bilingual vocals. This family trio—Jessica Rodriguez (vocals, keys, guitar), wife Juny Alvarez (drums, percussion), and brother-in-law Andrew Doyle (bass guitar)—creates music that transcends language and genre barriers. Fresh from recording their latest album “Renacer” in Colombia with Grammy-winning producer Christian Castagno, they deliver socially conscious music with infectious energy.
Los Vicios de Papá: Los Vicios de Papá is a high energy Latin ska fusion band with socially conscious lyrics stemming from our struggling and undocumented youth experience. Our sound started with a passion for ska/reggae and has evolved into an 8 piece band creating an intoxicating mix that ignites fans into a dance-frenzy. We are a response to these systemic and unjust inequities; we create an upbeat way out.
NEW album “The Guardians" out NOW
We’re excited to announce our NEW album “The Guardians” dropped 12/31/24
Add it to your favorite streaming platform!
The Braided Janes dropped a surprise bonus album titled, “The Guardians” on 12/31/24. “ The prequel album is a sonic time capsule preceding all prior releases by the band, never officially released until now. It’s the first body of work The Braided Janes ever collaborated on together nearly 15 years ago alongside friend and Chicago producer Frank De La Mora. What was only meant to be one song (”Obsession”) snowballed into a full indie electronica album with musical influences like Depeche Mode, New Order & Blondie.
The Braided Janes mission to uplift and inspire their listeners has always been present their music. You can hear it in songs like “Warrior” that urge listeners to let their inner light shine, to be a light. “Desires” speaks of self love and acceptance of sexual identity. “The End” urges listeners to defeat the darkness and the cold world by looking within. The album and its message has withstood the test of time and is more relevant than ever.
Latest single “Bésame" out NOW 💋
NEW single “Bésame” dropped 11/1
STREAM IT NOW 💋🎶🔗
After a year of touring across the U.S we took a break to work on our new album and are thrilled to share “Bésame” our fist new single and music video. If it moves you please share and add it to your favorite playlist.
“Bésame” is the first single from The Braided Janes forthcoming album, which is set to be released in 2025. It is also the first song they have recorded and co-produced entirely in their home studio in Chicago. Grammy-nominated audio engineer and award-winning radio producer Jeanne Montalvo lent her refined expertise and valuable support to the production and Margret Luthar perfectly mastered the song, making this the band’s first release fully spearheaded by women.
The band would like to give a very special thank you to Jeanne Montalvo and and Margret Luthar for their incredible support as well as Annette Uriostegui, Natalia Mayorga and David Aldape for helping record parts of the footage for the video which were paired with J&J’s home videos, thank you for capturing the love!