On Friday, February 27, 2026 at 8:00 p.m., an intimate crowd gathered for a special edition of SoundBites in Chicago, where live music and culinary artistry came together for a unique cultural experience. The room was set with lightly dimmed lighting and candles placed throughout the space, creating a warm atmosphere designed to match the soulful sounds of the evening’s performers.
The evening came alive with captivating live R&B performances by Chicago artist Josh K and singer-songwriter Avo Wal, each showcasing their unique styles on stage. Josh K wowed the audience with smooth, melodic R&B infused with raw emotion. His sound has been shaped through collaborations with renowned artists and producers like Troy Taylor, Fabolous, Chris Brown, Tory Lanez, and Jeremih, steadily carving his distinctive place in the world of contemporary R&B.
Avo Wal followed with a powerful set that blended cinematic R&B with deeply personal storytelling. Famous for her smooth-edged vocals and emotional delivery, she creates music that sits at the intersection of vulnerability and strength, offering songs that feel both intimate and commanding.
Adding another layer to the evening was Chef Keisuke, the head sushi chef at Momotaro in Chicago’s West Loop. Known for his precision and technique, Chef Keisuke demonstrated sushi preparation live during the event, showcasing knife skills that were both technical and visually captivating. Guests watched as elegant, bite-sized hors d’oeuvres were prepared in real time, with each ingredient and presentation carefully crafted to complement the mood and rhythm of the night.
The platform also doubles as a live performance taping, highlighting artists across multiple genres and chefs from diverse culinary backgrounds. With an invitation-only audience of music lovers, creatives, culinary enthusiasts, and tastemakers, SoundBites continues to build a reputation as a unique space where culture, sound, and flavor meet.
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This episode of SoundBites was brought to you by Red Bull and curated by the talented team at Lvls Creative, including music producer Mikey Ramirez, Daniel Hernandez, and Dennis Thompson.
