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10 Best Happy Hour Hot Spots in Chicago

Chicago has no shortage of excellent happy hour options when you’re ready to unwind, enjoy some drinks, and have fun with friends and coworkers. Here are our 10 favorite spots to happy hour in Chicago.

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wax on Wax Off | Vol 1

Welcome to this new monthly feature from our friends at Miyagi Records! Each month, they’ll share their favorite vinyl & a brief rundown of each selection. We hope this feature inspires you to explore different genres of music, past & present.

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Playlist feature: DJ Impulse

A man of many talents is probably the best way to describe DJ Impulse. While he has been a friend of the Music Trust for over 10 years & is one of our go-to DJ talents, his creative reach goes beyond the turntables.

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6 Best Sonic Branding Examples

The best sonic branding is simple, memorable, and deeply engaging. Here are some of the most iconic sonic brands around, featuring jingles, short tunes, and even distinctive playlists.

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Playlist Feature : Victor Nguyễn-Long

Victor Nguyễn-Long, a Vietnamese-American & Creative Director, works at the intersection of pop culture, politics & activism. Let him take you around the world with this month’s featured playlist.

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Alton Hotel grand opening & weekly DJs

We had a great time helping our friends at Kimpton open the new Alton hotel in San Francisco's iconic Fisherman's Wharf. Check out pictures of the Grand Opening & see our DJs every Saturday.

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Waldorf Astoria Chicago tree lighting ceremony

The Music Trust was honored to work with the amazing crew at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Chicago for their annual tree lighting ceremony. See how we helped make this event a success!

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Who Pays ASCAP & BMI fees?

“Can you pay my ASCAP & BMI fees?” We get that question a lot. The answer is yes & no. Here’s why

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What is Sonic Branding

Smart sonic branding can create immediate connections and signature sound that defines a brand. Here’s how.

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