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10 Artists From Lollapalooza That You Need In Your Life, STAT

Smino is a fun, laid- back, groovy artist to listen to on a summer day with a glass of lemonade in your hand, shades on, laying out in the sun.

Anushree Rayarikar

Aug 09, 2019

Illinois State University

10 Artists From Lollapalooza That You Need In Your Life, STAT

Anushree Rayarikar

This past weekend, I went to Lollapalooza that is a music festival in downtown Chicago. It was 4 straight days of good music, good weather, and good vibes. One of the best parts about Lolla is seeing many big-name artists in one place. I got to see my absolute favorites, Hozier, Kacey Musgraves, Lil Wayne, Childish Gambino, Ariana Grande, 21 Savage, and more. But I also got to experience a lot of smaller/less popular artists and bands that definitely had amazing sets! These are the artists I think that are worth taking a look at!

1. YBN Cordae

He was one of the first sets I saw at Lolla, and he truly has a way of captivating the audience! His flow is really smooth, and his new album that just came out is full of bops!

Genre of Music: Rap

Most Popular Song: "RNP" (feat. Anderson .Paak) (Album: "The Lost Boy" - 2019)

My Favorite Song: "Bad Idea" (feat. Chance the Rapper) (Album: "The Lost Boy" - 2019)

2. Lennon Stella

Lennon Stella has the sweetest voice ever, this music is perfect for a girls night or a late-night dance party in your room! Plus, her outfits are to die for (@lennonstella on Instagram)

Genre of Music: Singer/Songwriter, Pop

Most Popular Song: "La Di Da" (Album: "Love, me" - EP - 2018)

My Favorite Song: "BITCH" (takes one to know one) (Single)

3. Janelle Monae

I know that Janelle Monae is a well-known name in pop culture, but she is on this list because not a lot of people know her music! She is an incredibly talented and empowering singer to listen to so ladies and gentlemen alike, put this on yo playlist!

Genre of Music: Singer/Songwriter, R&B/Soul

Most Popular Song: "Make Me Feel" (Album: "Dirty Computer" - 2018)

My Favorite Song: "Yoga" (Album: Wondaland Presents: "The Eephus" - EP - 2015)

4. NF

Not only is his rapping really good, but his lyrics are also super meaningful, and his background audios really complete all of his songs! Want some angsty angry but also kinda lit rap to listen to while you drive? NF is your guy.

Genre of Music: Rap

Most Popular Song: "Let You Down" (Album: "Perception" - 2017)

My Favorite Song: "Leave Me Alone" (Album: "The Search" - 2019)

5. Bea Miller

Not only is Bea Miller super cute, super funny, and has hair like LavaGirl, she ALSO is super humble and grounded! She was fantastic to see live, I felt like her personality truly shone through.

Genre of Music: Pop

Most Popular Song: "Fire N Gold" (Album: "Not an Apology" - 2014)

My Favorite Song: "it's not u it's me" (Single - 2019)

6. The Revivalists

I never thought I'd like Rock music, but their sound is truly fantastic. I found myself vibing out to every single song they played! Also, they were super enlightening and woke throughout their set, advocating for better gun laws and reform in this country, something that was incredibly relevant and important. I will be adding them to my playlist!!

Sidenote: LOOK AT THAT HAIR!!! Glorious.

Genre of Music: Rock

Most Popular Song: "Wish I Knew You" (Album: "Men Amongst Mountains" - 2015)

My Favorite Song: "Monster" (Album: "Men Amongst Mountains" - 2015)

7. Death Cab for Cutie

This is one of the bands that I actually didn't get to see at Lolla, due to the overlap of some of my other favorite artists. However, I heard that their show was amazing and that CHANCE came out on stage!! SO I am jealous that I missed it, but definitely a great artist to listen to when you need some feel-good music.

Genre of Music: Rock/Soft Rock

Most Popular Song: "I Will Follow You Into the Dark" (Album: "Plans" - 2005)

My Favorite Song: "I Will Follow You Into the Dark" (Album: "Plans" - 2005)

8. Smino

This set was wild! Smino is a fun, laid- back, groovy artist to listen to on a summer day with a glass of lemonade in your hand, shades on, laying out in the sun.

Genre of Music: Rap

Most Popular Song: "Eternal" (feat. Smino) on Chance the Rapper's new self-titled album

My Favorite Song: "Wild Irish Roses" (Album: "blkswn" - 2017)

9. Still Woozy

It's kind of hard for me to pick a favorite song for this artist! Their set was so fun and Skinny Pete absolutely slayed the instrumentals. They were so personal with the audience, it was truly a blast. Their music is all straight jams, I highly recommend!!

Genre of Music: Soul

Most Popular Song: "Goodie Bag" (Album: "Goodie Bag" - Single - 2017)

My Favorite Song: "Habit" (Album: "Habit" - Single - 2018)

10. Francis and the Lights

My high school psychology teacher introduced me to Francis and the Lights during my senior year, and I've loved his music ever since! I'm so blessed to have seen him live! He's an incredibly good musician and dancer.

Genre of Music: Electronic Pop

Most Popular Song: "May I Have This Dance" (Album: "Farewell, Starlite!" - 2016)

My Favorite Song: "Friends" (feat. Bon Iver) (Album: "Farewell, Starlite"! - 2016)

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10 Artists From Lollapalooza That You Need In Your Life, STAT

Smino is a fun, laid- back, groovy artist to listen to on a summer day with a glass of lemonade in your hand, shades on, laying out in the sun.

In This Article:

1. YBN Cordae

2. Lennon Stella

3. Janelle Monae

4. NF

5. Bea Miller

6. The Revivalists

7. Death Cab for Cutie

8. Smino

9. Still Woozy

10. Francis and the Lights

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1. Figuring out when to start

2. Searching through list after list to get everything you need

3. Shopping for deals

4. Getting bins to put everything in

5. Figuring what you can’t live without

6. Going through clothes to find what you need

7. Finding out your siblings took something from you

8. Fighting with your parents.

9. Trying to plan things with your roommate

10. The fear of forgetting something

11. Move in day

Relatable moments from one of the best shows I have ever watched.

1. When you fail that midterm you studied so hard for.

2. When your crush finally texts back.

3. When payday comes around.

4. When you accidentally like someone's picture from 108 weeks ago.

5. When someone takes your unassigned assigned seat.

6. When your favorite character in your favorite TV series dies.

7. When that guy/girl you’ve been crushing on agrees to go on a date with you.

8. When you have so much to do, and such little motivation to do it.

9. When someone asks for your last fry.

10. When you try a new health-food craze.

11. When you get new clothing.

12. When you check your bank account.

13. When they're serving good food in the dining hall.

14. When someone tries to tell you what to do.

15. Or just your thoughts about life in general.

We all have that "I don't care" attitude.

1. Most students just take life day by day.

2. That means procrastinating, one day at a time.

3. College students don't mind dressing like crap sometimes.

4. In fact, dressing nice feels weird.

5. College students get so stressed that they contemplate dropping on a daily basis.

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Thank you, April, for inspiring us with your wicked relatability.

Girls; they're notoriously late.

1. You spontaneously tried a new hairstyle....that you hated

2. You tried on 20 different outfits

3. You stabbed your eye with your mascara

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10. You debated too long on skipping class

11. Your roommate steals the shower before you

12. You're rewarding yourself for being on time last week

13. You overslept your alarm

Living in the dorms can tear down your immune system.

1. Drink lots of tea with honey.

2. Get a good amount of rest.

3. Make an appointment with the health center or at a doctor's office.

4. Stock up on soup and crackers.

5. If you are able to, go home.

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