The best things to do in Chicago, buildings to see, hotdogs to sample, etc.., as well as famous actors, athletes, politicians, musicians, and celebrities who live in Chicago. 

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This list of famous Chicago based musicians&nbsp;includes both bands and solo artists, as well as many singers/groups&nbsp;of indie and underground status.While&nbsp;Chicago is famous for many styles of music, the Windy City has a deep,&nbsp;rich history of amazing blues and jazz.&nbsp;In the past couple of decades, Chicago became known for its alternative rock and pop punk scene, while also producing some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-rappers-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">most influential rappers</a> of all time.This list of Chicago musical artists includes examples from practically every genre; rappers, singers, DJs, rock bands,&nbsp;indie groups, you name it!&nbsp;All-time great artists like Sam Cooke and Muddy Waters are listed, along with Chicago&#39;s newer music moguls, including&nbsp;Kanye West, Wilco, and Chance the Rapper.&nbsp;

If you&#39;re wondering, &quot;What bands or singing groups are from Chicago, Illinois?&quot; or &quot;Where can I find a good&nbsp;list of Chicago musicians?&quot; then look no further!&nbsp;Check out some of the best, local, top artists from the midwest metropolis&nbsp;below.

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340+ Of The Best Musicians and Famous Bands From Chicago

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The 340+ Best Chicago Musicians and Bands, Ranked

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Atlantic Records

List of Atlantic Records artists, listed alphabetically with photos when available. This Atlantic Records roster includes both past and present artists. Popular Atlantic Records <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/bands-that-start-with-a/jared-baly?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">bands and artists</a> are all listed here with information such as what genre the bands fall under and what albums they're known for. If you're looking for any of these Atlantic Records band's full discographies then click on their name and you can find them here on Ranker. The <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/greatest-musical-artists-of-all-time/ranker-music?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">artists and bands</a> on this list might be pop, rap, rock, electronic or any other genre, but what they all have in common is that they were signed by Atlantic Records. The list you're viewing has a variety of artists, like Jennifer Love Hewitt and Jay-Z, in it.This page can help answer questions like, "Who are the best Atlantic Records bands?" and "Which artists are signed by Atlantic Records?" If any musical artists are missing from this Atlantic Records artists list, you can add them at the bottom of the list. {#nodes}

Atlantic Records Complete Artist Roster

Atlantic Records Artists - List of All Bands On Atlantic Records (823 Items)

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Sony Music Entertainment

List of Sony Music Entertainment artists, listed alphabetically with photos when available. This Sony Music Entertainment roster includes both past and present artists. Popular Sony Music Entertainment <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/bands-that-start-with-a/jared-baly?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">bands and artists</a> are all listed here with information such as what genre the bands fall under and what albums they're known for. If you're looking for any of these Sony Music Entertainment band's full discographies then click on their name and you can find them here on Ranker. The <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/greatest-musical-artists-of-all-time/ranker-music?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">artists and bands</a> on this list might be pop, rap, rock, electronic or any other genre, but what they all have in common is that they were signed by Sony Music Entertainment. Examples of artists on this list: Britney Spears, Michael Jackson and more.This page can help answer questions like, "Who are the best Sony Music Entertainment bands?" and "Which artists are signed by Sony Music Entertainment?" If any musical artists are missing from this Sony Music Entertainment artists list, you can add them at the bottom of the list. {#nodes}

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Sony Music Entertainment Complete Artist Roster

Sony Music Entertainment Artists - List of All Bands On Sony Music Entertainment

Byron Stingily

Byron Stingily is an American R&B and house-music singer born in Chicago, Illinois, known for his falsetto voice. He is now a principal at a school in Chicago.

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Ever wondered how many famous people named Byron there are? This list of celebrities named Byron includes photos and information about each person when available. The famous Byrons on this list come in all shapes and sizes, but all ended up achieving some kind of fame in their respective fields. This includes singers and musicians named Byron, actors named Byron, and even athletes named Byron.  Well-known Byrons like Byron Scott, Byron Leftwich, and Byron White are just the start of this list.

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