Hey Chicago!
Help us spread the word.
We'd love for you to post about our event on social media.
To make it easy for you, we've created images that you can download and share on your own profiles. Simply right-click on any image to download it. For even more options, scroll down to access our Google Drive folders.
We’ve also written sample posts for Twitter and Instagram.
Finally, to answer questions you may have, we've included an FAQ at the bottom of this page.
Thanks in advance!
-The Windy City Indie team
Whether you want to Tweet, Facebook or Instagram, we got you. Here are some additional post sizes
#ourcityofneighbors
Twitter sample posts
Join me to watch #OurCityofNeighbors, a live-stream concert taking place THIS Thursday at 7 pm CT. 100 % of proceeds benefit 4 front-line organizations providing critical services to Chicagoans. Those organizations are @MetroFamChicago @FoodDepository @mbmhmc & @ChgoCivilRights.
The show on YouTube will feature emerging artists, as well as beloved established artists. Together they represent many genres and many neighborhoods of our city. It will be hosted by @RodriguesMatt, host of @NBCChicago’s Today
Confirmed artists include @JeffTweedy @KatieKadan @ToronzoCannon Mariachi Sirenas @TheFlatFiveCHI @TheOmysband @Shawnee_Dez @TerrierTunes @SAntongiorgi @NnamdiOgbonnaya @Dominizuelan @RicWilson and Jon Langford & Sons.
There will also be a few other guests, but the organizers at @WindyCity_Indie are keeping that a surprise.
Learn more at WindyCityIndie.com. Stay safe and spread the word!
Instagram sample posts
Join me to watch #OurCityofNeighbors, a live stream concert THIS Thursday at 7pm CT on YouTube.
100% of proceeds will benefit 4 front-line organizations providing critical services to Chicagoans. Those organizations are @MetroFamChicago @FoodDepository @MyBlockMyHoodMyCity & @ChicagoCivilRights.
The concert will feature emerging artists, as well as beloved established artists. Together they will represent many genres and many neighborhoods of our city.
Confirmed artists include @wilco’s Jeff Tweedy @katiekadanofficial Toronzo Cannon @MariachiSirenas @Theflatfivechicago @TheOMys @Shawnee_Dez Terriers @SAntongiorgi @nnamdithegreat @Dominizuelan @RicWilsonIsMe and @jonlangfordoffical.
The concert will be hosted by @MattRodrigues, host of @NBCChicagoToday.There will also be a few other guests, but the organizers at @WindyCityIndie are keeping that a surprise.
Learn more at WindyCityIndie.com. Stay safe and spread the word!
#ourcityofneighbors shout-outs
FAQ
If you receive a question that’s not listed below, email us at WindyCityIndieMusic@gmail.com.
What is Our City of Neighbors?
It is a virtual concert featuring Chicago established and emerging artists to be livestreamed on YouTube Thursday, April 30, 7-8p CST.
The link to the livestream will be available at www.windycityindie.com.
What is Windy City Indie?
Windy City Indie is a brand new, fan-supported initiative that has grown out of the pandemic. To spotlight mad Chicago talent across an array of musical genres, Windy City Indie is producing “Our City of Neighbors.” This virtual concert is Windy City’s inaugural effort to support independent musicians by drawing attention to their work, which is continuing in force in spite of the current shut-down of in-person performance.
Do you have a financial goal for the fundraiser?
We hope to raise $100,000 during the event, which will be matched by Chicago donors.
Where will the money go?
100% of the donations will be split between the four community based organizations listed above.
Metropolitan Family Services has generously agreed to act as the fiscal sponsor of the event. All donations will be made through their website.
Will the artists be compensated?
Yes, all artists have been offered compensation for their contributions to this event. Some artists have decided to donate their fee back to the cause.
What are your calls-to-action for this event?
Our main goal is to raise money for four front-line organizations supporting Chicago’s first responders.
Also, we want people to take time to get to know emerging artists, as well as hear from some beloved, established artists. the Chicago is filled with great artists across multiple genres and we want this concert to represent them.
Oh, and what's the hashtag?
#OurCityofNeighbors
THANK YOU!!!