Every 1st Tuesday is CHIRP Night at the Whistler — an evening of CHIRP-curated local artists, Whistler cocktails, and the good feeling of supporting independent radio.

Cordoba is a jazz sextet from Chicago. Their music combines neo-soul vocals with jazzy improvisations and hip hop inspired beats. Though they are no strangers to odd and uneven grooves, their music is always rooted in a strong backbeat. Their first LP, Specter, is a reflection on their relationship with Chicago as both political organizers and musicians. They make use of huge arrangements including string and horn sections as they grapple with the systems of injustice so present in their home city.  

In their next LP In Hell, they take a step back and stick to their jazz ensemble roots as they confront the horrors of everyday life and beyond. The record isn’t all doom and gloom though - it also includes ecstatic reflections on the beauty that surrounds us. They couldn't be happier to share it with you at this CHIRP benefit show.

Sopphire brings Bass/Experimental/Downtempo/Glitch-hop to this month’s CHIRP Night!

CHIRP is a volunteer-driven, community radio station that focuses on music, arts, and culture. The station can be heard on the north side of Chicago at 107.1FM and worldwide at chirpradio.org. The station broadcasts live every day from 6am-midnight from their studios in Chicago’s North Center neighborhood.