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The 10 Most Important Artists in Chicago Music History

Music critics Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot trace the city's rich musical history via the 10 artists they feel contribute the most enduring and influential sounds over the past half-century.

Music critics Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot trace the city's rich musical history via the 10 artists they feel contribute the most enduring and influential sounds over the past half-century. Genres include Gospel, Blues, Rock, R&B and more.

Will your favorite Chicago artists make the list?

Sound Opinions is your source for smart and engaging music criticism and conversation. Each week on the show, Jim and Greg interview artists, talk about pop culture and music industry news, review new record releases and give trends a historical context. Sound Opinions can be heard on WBEZ and 150 other public radio stations across the country.

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