Catholic Underground Chicago

Born into a religious family, Yung PK was exposed to church since birth. Growing up he found himself having a sincere and meaningful spiritual life. Only “discovering” hip-hop at the age of 10, he had some catching up to do. PK, who at the time had already had the opportunity to perform in various states felt he wanted more out of his live performances. So he had compiled an incredibly talented live band to play with him at his shows. Yung PK and his band were chosen and voted in to play at LIFEST, the well renowned Christian Music Festival.

Ike Ndolo was born in Missouri, after his parents moved to the United States from Nigeria. Inside Ike’s home rang hymns from his mother where his love of music first began. Ike has been mentored by both Tom Booth and Matt Maher. As well as traveling the country leading others to Christ, Ike also has a great zeal for missionary work, with his travels taking him from Mexico all the way to China. Ike’s debut album “We Are the Beggars” debuted at number 4 on the iTunes Christian music chart!

“Ceili” (say: KAY-lee) is a Gaelic (Irish) word that means “party,” specifically one with live musicians, dancing and general merriment. “Coeli” is a form of the Latin word for “heaven.” Rain is that stuff that falls from the sky. Thus, Ceili Rain is a “downpour of heavenly partiness.” CEILI RAIN is an innovative blend of pop-rock music with a dash of Celtic/Irish flavor and a subtle, but sincere, spiritual message. The band is led by frontman, Bob Halligan Jr. As a songwriter, Bob Halligan, Jr., has had over 140 songs recorded by well-known rock artists, including Cher, Michael Bolton, Judas Priest, KISS, Kathy Mattea, Bob Carlisle, Rebecca St. James, Jump 5, Maire Brennan and countless others. He has published over 870 songs and his songs have sold more than 30 million units. www.ceilirain.com

Clap For Poland plays Christian Rock, pure and simple, blending sounds of the 70′s, 80′s and today’s pop rock music.  A cross between The Strokes, Wolf Parade, and Blondie, (after many hours of prayer). Their mission is to evangelize at  all times through joy and love, using music as a tool. And they aim to reach teens, young adults, and adults young at heart willing to dance. www.clapforpoland.info

Manchild uses the art of songwriting to communicate his heart, his mind and most importantly, his faith.  By recognizing the world’s problems, he is able to create music that speaks directly to the issues that real people face every day.  He also takes a true-school hip-hop approach and creates positive and upbeat music that reflects the joy of life his expression of it.

www.manchildinsider.com

Check out his latest music video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GT597mrZcc