Sonido Fest

Schedule

Sat Aug 16 2025 at 02:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

1852 W 19th St, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60608 | Chicago, IL

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The National Museum of Mexican Art presents Sonido Fest on Saturday, August 16th! This vibrant festival highlights the next generation of musicians. This year’s lineup features a combination of Mexican and Latin American stars, local acts, and breakout international talent. Gather your friends for an unforgettable evening of live music, community, and culture outdoors at NMMA’s Ray Castro Plaza.
This year we’re pleased to present:
-Los Retros will make their long-awaited return to the stage. This solo project of Mauri Tapia brings dreamy, retro-tinged sounds rooted in Latin American pop and soft rock from the 70s and 80s.
-El David is one of Latin America’s most exciting new voices, arriving in the US for the first time. Known for his deeply emotional lyrics and sound, El David has already performed at Tecate Pa’l Norte and the Lunario del Auditorio Nacional, with his debut album, “Sin final feliz”, earning over 182 million streams worldwide.
-Rudy de Anda was born in Mexico and raised in California. His genre-defying music blends psych-pop, bossa nova, punk, and Latin rock. His debut solo album, “Tender Epoch,” is a heartfelt tribute to his musical heritage and late mentor Ikey Owens (The Mars Volta, Jack White). De Anda brings a dynamic and emotionally rich live performance shaped by a lifetime of musical exploration.
-Girl K, the indie-pop project of Kathy Patiño, continues to evolve with lush, catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Her latest album, “My Future” showcases her maturity as an artist while staying true to her indie-rock roots.
-Sól is a multidisciplinary powerhouse: singer, songwriter, producer, actor, and visual artist. Influenced by her Black and Latina roots, her genre-blending music has earned critical acclaim, with features in Lyrical Lemonade, Live Nation’s Ones to Watch, and fashion brand Just Don. Her award-winning music videos and theatrical work continue to expand her creative reach.
-Half Gringa returns with her signature blend of bilingual lyricism and powerful songwriting. Her upcoming album “Cosmovisión” explores themes of mythology and mortality. Named among Chicago’s Best Albums of the Decade by the Chicago Reader, she’s shared stages with Iron & Wine, The Flaming Lips, and more.
-Starcharm is an indie pop trio that draws on influences like Palm, Blonde Redhead, and 2010s pop. The trio aims to have you on your toes during their set and humming their songs on the way home.
Sonido Fest will take place rain or shine. This event is at capacity. Please join the waitlist: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1496374479349
Entry is not guaranteed. Admission will be permitted until the venue reaches capacity.
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1852 W 19th St, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60608

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