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These days if you ask anyone outside of Chicago what their thoughts are on the city, you will hear words like war-zone, killing, and dangerous. I couldn’t fault them for using such words because Chicago is definitely in the spotlight for the recent amount of shootings and deaths that seem all too familiar.

If you ask native Chicagoans about the condition of the city, you may hear conflicting perspectives dependent on what side of town they are from. Chicago is the most segregated city in the United States. I see this everyday. I feel like this is the source of our problem. This segregation breeds misunderstanding, poverty and lack of gainful opportunities.

Underneath this history of segregation something else is happening in Chicago. There is a sense of community and understanding that is being cultivated. If you listen closely you can hear the heartbeat. The Arts are the heartbeat.

Precise and Eric Williams

For the past 12 years Eric Williams owner of The Silver Room jewelry store in the  Wicker Park community of Chicago has hosted the Sound System Block Party. Every year is an amazing experience and this year was no different.

This event represents what Chicago can be, and that is a true community where cultures come together in peace and love. Dj’s, painters and musicians converge and bring an energy of creativity and enthusiasm that can’t be denied.

My set at Energy Alley was AWESOME and I want to thank Dj Kwest_on for rocking with me.

Precise and Dj Kwest_On

My favorite part of the block party are the Dj’s. Im giving a special shout to Dj Tess, Dj Kwest_on and Larry Miller for rocking dope sets last night.

Dj Ron Trent brought everything together. He started his set off with Maya Angelou’s Poem “Phenomenal Woman” and after that the crowd went wild. What an amazing night.

I appreciate Eric Williams for sharing his vision with us and acting as a hub for the artist throughout the entire city. The spirit of love was all around and I would like to say thank you on behalf of Chicago artistry.

-Precise

See more pics below. 

Mom and Daughter

Dj Tess

Artist – Nicole Malcolm

Dj Kwest_On

Duane Powell

Artist – Rafe Pepin

Khari B

Artist – Max

Khari Lemuel

Trizona

Val Bee

Sandria

Shanara The Mouthpeace

K Sean

Koku Gonza

Aisha and Rena

Aisha

David Weathersby

Carita

Redell Drakeford

Dancing in the street

Young and Old

Face Painting

Shanara – Stacy – Inez – Sandria – Daryl

Johari

Mom and Daughter

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Check out Precise at Energy Alley from 1:45 to 2:15 at TheSilverRoom 12th Annual Sound System Block Party. Dj Kwest_On will be on the 1s and 2s

I am so excited and grateful to be part of this celebration for the second year in a row. Shout Out to Eric Williams for consistently supporting the artists of Chicago. If you have never been to The Silver Room at 1442 N Milwaukee in Chicago, the Block Party will serve as a great first time. The energy is unmatched and artistry and music is all around. Donations are accepted for entrance into the Block party

It’s an ALL DAY PARTY!!!

The After Party will be at The Chop Shop from 10pm to 2am. Terry Hunter and Ron Trent will be spinning classic Chicago House Music. If you have a Block Party wristband it is $5 and $10 without the Block Party wristband.

I Hope to see ALL OF YOU THERE!!!

-Precise 

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