A successful independent artist, Saba has rooted his career in an authenticity and musicality that’s made him one of his generation’s most important and unique voices in rap. Saba’s most recent career highlights include performing at the United Center arena for Chance the Rapper’s Acid Rap Anniversary, playing two weekends at Coachella, and touring the US, Europe and Africa in support of his album Few Good Things. This year, Spotify has included Saba’s critically acclaimed CARE FOR ME album amongst it’s “Spotify Classics: Hip-Hop & R&B Albums of the Streaming Era” campaign (which includes Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Tyler the Creator and more) with billboards across LA and NYC.  Saba began making music at age 9 and was writing and producing songs by early adolescence. Building a recording studio in his grandmother’s basement on the west side of Chicago, he and a group of neighborhood friends formed their Pivot Gang collective. In 2019, J. Cole tapped Saba for the Dreamville collaboration album Revenge of the Dreamers III, in which Saba earned his first RIAA Gold certification for the song “Sacrifices.” That same year, Saba, Noname and Smino announced the creation of their Midwest super-group Ghetto Sage with the release of their debut track “Häagen Dazs.” 2022 marked Saba’s second RIAA Gold certification – this time for his own 2016 single “Photosynthesis.” In 2025, Saba and super-producer, executive, and mentor No ID will drop their highly anticipated collaboration album. On the album, Saba flexes his vivid story-telling, radiating confidence, self-reflection and self-made success over No ID’s illustrious production. 

Oakland’s own Ovrkast. has been building a name off raw, introspective raps and lo-fi, soul-drenched production. From the underground to the mainstream, his sound is unmistakable—rainy-day drums, chopped samples, and verses that feel like journal entries. After producing “Red Button” and “The Shoe Fits” on Drake’s For All The Dogs Scary Hours EP, he’s showing the world what the Bay has known for years: Ovrkast. is up next, and he’s doing it on his own terms.

DJ Oreo, born and bred on the vibrant streets of Chicago's Westside, has been a pivotal figure in the city's music scene for over a decade. With an illustrious career spanning from 2013 to the present day, DJ Oreo’s journey began within the heart of the footwork community, where his passion for music ignited. From humble beginnings making beats for friends' practice sessions, DJ Oreo quickly emerged as a sought-after talent, spinning tracks at local parties and events. His early foray into the underground scene led him to collaborate with the influential YouTube channel, Walacam, where he honed his craft in crowd control and experimental music. As DJ Oreo's reputation grew, so did his ambition. He transitioned into hosting local dance battles and providing beats for emerging artists, including the likes of Calez, Kembe X, Alex Wiley, Chance the Rapper, Vic Mensa, Lil Yachty, and G Herbo, among others. His dynamic presence and infectious energy on stage captivated audiences worldwide, yet DJ Oreo yearned for something more. In 2016, DJ Oreo's vision came to fruition with the inception of Oreofest, a celebration of music, community, and culture. The inaugural event drew throngs of fans and featured performances from Chicago's finest talents, solidifying Oreofest as a cornerstone of the city's summer calendar. Despite his accolades and accomplishments, DJ Oreo remains grounded, eschewing vices like drinking and smoking in favor of genuine connections and memorable experiences. He dreams of hosting the ultimate party, where even the president would feel compelled to join the festivities. Beyond the turntables, DJ Oreo's heart lies in family and friends. If ever blessed with a windfall, he envisions a summer spent traversing amusement parks with loved ones, cherishing every moment of joy and laughter. A true icon of Chicago's music scene, DJ Oreo continues to push boundaries, inspire others, and spread his infectious passion for music to audiences around the globe. With each beat drop and every crowd roar, he proves that the power of music knows no bounds.