Stomping Grounds is a free monthly open-stage event for young creatives to develop performance, curation, and exhibition skills while connecting to the Chicago creative community. The event is hosted by Stomping Grounds Literary arts Initiative in collaboration with Kuumba Lynx and Elephant Rebellion. Sign-up to perform is on a first-come, first-serve basis. This month’s feature is Aya Ito, a striking songstress with an incredibly amazing sound. A native of Tokyo, Japan, Aya is a multi-genre vocalist & songwriter. This Japanese and African-American singer has been dubbed a force of nature. Pulling influence from Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, H.E.R., Frank Ocean, Robert Glasper, Rihanna, and Jhene Aiko, Aya Ito has created her signature Pop/R&B/Soul fusion sound, while also incorporating her trilingual abilities (English, Spanish and Japanese).

Location: Chicago Art Department

1926 S. Halsted, Chicago

Hours: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Admission: Free

Link: https://allevents.in/chicago/stomping-grounds-open-stage-feat-aya-ito/10000565908245797