Chicago is gearing up to experience a blast from the past with the inaugural Forever Mine Festival set to take place in Union Park on May 23 and 24. The event promises to transport attendees back to the early 2000s with its nostalgic R&B and house music lineup.
Headlining acts include iconic vocalists Keyshia Cole, Monica, and Kelly Rowland, alongside DJ superstars Kaytranada and Chicago's own DJ Ca$h Era. But that's not all - Shaggy will also take to the stage, ensuring a healthy dose of 2000s nostalgia for the crowds.
The festival is being hosted by Chicago-based DJ Pharris, who promises a night where "R&B and house fall in love." And what better way to showcase this than through a predominantly local "Warehouse" stage celebrating Chicago's dance and house music culture? Grammy-nominated producer Terry Hunter will lead the charge on this platform, along with other notable DJs like Lady D, DJ Slugo, John Simmons, Hillery Banks, Syko, and Kind Inesse.
But Forever Mine isn't just about the music - local artists will be featured in various installations throughout the festival grounds. Additionally, attendees can look forward to a silent disco featuring some of Chicago's top DJs, including All the Way Kay, Evie the Cool, Bonita Appleblunt, Cut Cuz, and Timmy V.
Co-owners Fernando Nieto and Miguel Torres expressed their vision for the festival: "Chicago gave the world house music, and this city has always been where house and R&B intersect." They aim to create a crowd that can sing along to anthems from both eras, showcasing the timeless appeal of these genres.
The festival will take place on the former site of Pitchfork Music Festival, which was canceled last year due to concerns over international artist visas. This marks a return to an event space in Chicago, with Forever Mine coinciding with Sueños Music Festival in Grant Park - one of the country's largest Latin music festivals.
Tickets for the festival will go on sale this Friday, and all ages are welcome. With its unique blend of R&B, house, and local talent, Forever Mine promises to be an unforgettable experience for Chicago music fans.
Headlining acts include iconic vocalists Keyshia Cole, Monica, and Kelly Rowland, alongside DJ superstars Kaytranada and Chicago's own DJ Ca$h Era. But that's not all - Shaggy will also take to the stage, ensuring a healthy dose of 2000s nostalgia for the crowds.
The festival is being hosted by Chicago-based DJ Pharris, who promises a night where "R&B and house fall in love." And what better way to showcase this than through a predominantly local "Warehouse" stage celebrating Chicago's dance and house music culture? Grammy-nominated producer Terry Hunter will lead the charge on this platform, along with other notable DJs like Lady D, DJ Slugo, John Simmons, Hillery Banks, Syko, and Kind Inesse.
But Forever Mine isn't just about the music - local artists will be featured in various installations throughout the festival grounds. Additionally, attendees can look forward to a silent disco featuring some of Chicago's top DJs, including All the Way Kay, Evie the Cool, Bonita Appleblunt, Cut Cuz, and Timmy V.
Co-owners Fernando Nieto and Miguel Torres expressed their vision for the festival: "Chicago gave the world house music, and this city has always been where house and R&B intersect." They aim to create a crowd that can sing along to anthems from both eras, showcasing the timeless appeal of these genres.
The festival will take place on the former site of Pitchfork Music Festival, which was canceled last year due to concerns over international artist visas. This marks a return to an event space in Chicago, with Forever Mine coinciding with Sueños Music Festival in Grant Park - one of the country's largest Latin music festivals.
Tickets for the festival will go on sale this Friday, and all ages are welcome. With its unique blend of R&B, house, and local talent, Forever Mine promises to be an unforgettable experience for Chicago music fans.
. But at the same time, I'm also kinda nervous about how it's all gonna come together - we're talking about a festival that's trying to bridge two different eras of music, R&B and house. It's a tall order, but if anyone can do it, Fernando Nieto and Miguel Torres seem like they know what they're doing 
. And hey, I love the idea of showcasing local DJs and artists - Chicago has always had a rich musical scene, so let's give them the spotlight! 
It's going to be a BLAST from the past with all the iconic R&B and house music legends performing! 
I'm also super stoked about the local "Warehouse" stage celebrating Chicago's dance and house music culture - it's gonna be lit 
! And omg, the silent disco with some of Chicago's top DJs is going to be LIFE.CHANGING 
Can't wait for tickets to go on sale this Friday... I'm already counting down the days until May 23 & 24 
) that the organizers are actually planning to create an immersive experience, like a time capsule of sorts, where people can relive their childhood memories. They're going all out on the decor and installations, with local artists contributing to make it super special. And can we talk about the lineup? 
! And it's not just about the main stage - I'm really stoked to see all the local artists gettin their installations on 
. Plus, a silent disco? Yes please 
! It's gonna be so lit for the city's music lovers 
. Can't wait to vibe out with my squad in Union Park 
. The Warehouse stage sounds like it's gonna be lit 
, and the silent disco? Forget about it 
. Bring on May 23-24, I'll be there with my squad 
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. i mean who doesn't love some good ol' fashioned R&B & house music? 
But, on a serious note, I think it's awesome that they're bringing together so many iconic artists and local DJs. And the silent disco sounds like an amazing addition - can't wait to try it out! 
Shouldn't we be supporting festivals that are all about promoting international artists instead of just focusing on house and R&B? 
! I'm definitely buying my tickets this Friday 
, can't wait to get my R&B house on and dance the night away 
but what's with the silent disco tho? is it just for locals or can we expect some big name DJs to join in on the fun too? 
. I'm excited to check out the silent disco and all the installations throughout the festival grounds... it's gonna be a wild ride! 
. but idc how many acts they got, it's all about gettin ur groove on under the warehouse stage 
with iconic acts like Keyshia Cole and Monica taking the stage. and let's not forget Shaggy 
. And don't even get me started on the installations - are we really gonna need a bunch of art projects to make this festival "complete"? Can't they just focus on putting on good music? And what's with the weird name, Forever Mine? It sounds like something from a bad 2000s rom-com 
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. And Shaggy's presence is just the icing on the cake 
. Chicago's dance and house music culture is fire 
Did you know that 2024 saw a 15% increase in festival attendance for Chicago-based events? 
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️ this festival is gonna be EVERYTHING... r&b and house music finally coming together in chicago 
, also super hyped about the local artists showcasing their talents