Flat Five

A combo featuring five of Chicago's best and most versatile musicians, the Flat Five started as a side project that played out only once a year, but has since matured into a celebrated independent band that records and tours, albeit at their own deliberate pace. With imaginative arrangements, carefully crafted harmonies, and a pronounced yet tongue in cheek sense of humor, the Flat Five's music has a strong retro tone, even as their lyrical themes and gentle musical satire pulls the songs into the present. The group made a polished debut with 2016's It's a World of Love and Ho...