Viva Acid and Dance Mania Legends are set to host an event in Chicago on 18 April, to celebrate the influence of ghetto house over three decades.
The event, which is set to take place at Avondale Music Hall, will commemorate the pioneers that helped define the genre and the artists that continue its evolution – connecting the original ghetto house sound with later styles such as juke and footwork.
“Give us our flowers while we’re alive,” commented DJ Slugo of Dance Mania Legends, one of those set to appear at the event. “Support the artists who created this music while they’re here. When we do events, release music, and sell merch, that support helps keep this culture alive and allows the people who built it to continue creating.”
The event will see live performances from Jae Ivlie, Keisha Kash, Lana Je’ and Tish Bailey, as well as DJ sets from DJ Amaris, DJ Chad, DJ Chip, DJ Clent, DJ Corey, DJ Diamond, DJ DMC, DJ Earl, DJ Lemo, DJ Madd Jazz, DJ Milton, DJ Monty, DJ Nehpets, DJ Phil, DJ Poncho, DJ PJ, DJ Rampage, DJ Ro, DJ Roc, DJ Slugo, DJ Solo, DJ T Rell, DJ Thadz, DJ Twan, Jukie Tha Kid, Eric Martin, Jammin Gerald, Jana Rush and Traxman.
“This event celebrates the people behind the music and the culture they built, as well as featuring performances by uncredited vocalists of popular records within the genre,” Viva Acid commented. “By bringing these pioneering artists together on one stage, we hope to help restore recognition, create new opportunities, and support the creators who shaped this sound and continue to inspire the next generation.”
This event also serves as a precursor to Viva Acid’s sixth annual summit in October 2026, which will include panels, workshops, and practical sessions on music production, promotion, and the wider industry.
More information can be found here.