Jenna Barton

Jenna Barton

Music is at the center of everything I do. Whether I’m creating playlists, discovering new artists, or singing along in the crowd, you can usually find me at a concert (over 100 and counting!) or with headphones on, exploring sounds across every genre.

Playlists

The Caleb and Jenna Travel Chronicles: Illinois Edition

The Caleb & Jenna Travel Chronicles: Illinois Edition

15 February 2023

Part II of this three-part traveling playlist series, Caleb and Jenna explore the music scene inspired by small towns across the state of Illinois. Featuring artists like: Dan Fogelberg, Sufjan Stevens, Houndmouth, The Everly Brothers, Brett Elderidge, REO Speedwagon, Andrew Bird, Oliver Hazard

Americana Queens

Americana Queens

14 February 2023

Take a seat on your front porch and vibe to this Americana Blues and Folk mashup! Featuring Artists Like: Rhiannon Giddens, Brandi Carlile, Adia Victoria, Stevie Nicks, Lucinda Williams, Lady A, Maggie Rogers, Patty Griffin

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In the Spotlight: Anja Kotar

4 January 2023

Find new artists, get fresh tunes, discover unfamiliar genres with our people-powered musicto Monday playlist. In the Spotlight: Anja Kotar.

That's A Rap

That’s a Rap

15 December 2022

All kinds of rap– it’s never-ending. Featuring Artists Like: Kanye West, Tyler the Creator, Kendrick Lamar, Mac Miller, Wu-Tang Clan, J. Cole, Eminem, Denzel Curry

Flame Impala

Flame Impala

15 December 2022

Tame Impala? More like Flame Impala. Featuring artists like: Tame Impala, Gorillaz, Bootie Brown, Blood Orange, Diana Ross

Porto reflected on water against Chicago skyline

Porto-Chicago

30 November 2022

An epic musical journey between Portugal and Illinois with songs from and/or about Porto and Chicago, exploring the space between the two cities. Featuring Emmy Curl, Sufjan Stevens, Mundo Segundo, Kanye West, Mind da Gap, Andrew Bird and more!

It's Hard to Describe

It’s Hard to Describe

30 November 2022

He’s wondering how to tell his friend how good the list is. Featuring artists like: The Shins, Lloyd Cole and the Commotions, Supergrass, The Mountain Goats, Nick Drake, Fotheringay, Hugh Kelly, Hozier, Robert Plant

Lakeside – Jenna & The Hoof

13 November 2022

A musical connection stretching 1000’s of miles from Lake Garda to Lake Michigan, featuring artists like: Aldous Harding, Men I Trust, Sopwith Camel, Holy Hive, Henri Texler, Nick Drake, Seapony, Intuit

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In the Spotlight: mxrgan

12 October 2022

Find new artists, get fresh tunes, discover unfamiliar genres with our people-powered musicto Monday playlist. In the Spotlight: mxrgan.

Soulful Dreams

4 October 2022

A dreamy, breezy, summery journey through songs that make you feel like floating on a cloud, featuring artists like: Surfaces, khai dreams, The Sha La Das, Foxwarren, Pink Sweat$, Jorja Smith, Daniel Caesar, Dreamer Isioma

The Caleb & Jenna Travel Chronicles: Chicago Edition

22 September 2022

In the first of this three-part traveling playlist series, Caleb and Jenna explore the Windy City and all its glory, featuring artists like: Frank Sinatra, The Doobie Brothers, Chicago, James Brown, Sufjan Stevens, Johnny Rivers, ZZ Top, Wilco

Indie Chill Pill

12 September 2022

Dive into the Enchanting World of Indie Pop and Rock, featuring artists like: The Backseat Lovers, flipturn, MyKey, Cannons, Dayglow, Foster the People, Vacations, Hippo Campus