DIIV performing at Union Transfer in Philadelphia, PA on August 6, 2024. All photos taken by AnnaMarie Otor.
Bleachers | Philadelphia
Bleachers (with support from Samia) performing at The Met in Philadelphia, PA on June 12, 2024. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Faye Webster | Royal Oak
Faye Webster performing at Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak, MI on July 30, 2024. All photos taken by Hannah McWhorter.
Lucky Daye | Cincinnati
Lucky Daye (with support from Fana Hues) performing at Bogart's in Cincinnati, OH on July 28, 2024. All photos taken by William Smith.
The Japanese House | New York City
The Japanese House (with support from Allison Ponthier) performing at The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York City on July 27, 2024. All photos taken by Michaelah Reynolds.
Pitchfork Music Festival | Chicago
If you were in Chicago, Illinois, in mid-July, chances are you attended or could hear the cheers and music from Pitchfork Music Festival. Even with headliners Black Pumas (Friday), Jaime XX (Saturday), and Alanis Morissette (Sunday), fans were wary of new changes to the fest after Pitchfork’s recent move under GQ and Condé Nast. However, after a successful weekend of incredible weather, no rain-delays, and zero cancellations, fans were buzzing over the memories made between the gates of Union Park.
Pitchfork Music Festival has always been known for giving a platform to and celebrating up and coming artists, and this year they truly delivered. The three-day lineup introduced us to brand new artists like Tkay Maidza, Yaeji, and Akenya, while also allowing us to dance along to our favorites like Carly Rae Jepsen, MUNA, and Wednesday. We also had the chance to catch interviews, presented by Visit Austin, of MUNA, Mannequin Pussy, Water From Your Eyes, and more. These interviews gave us an up close look at some of our favorite musicians and we were able to learn more about them and their music.
Sponsorships like Nespresso, Tampax, and Celsius, provided free iced espresso, feminine products, and energy drinks, respectively, all weekend long. Other organizations like Chicago Votes and Planned Parenthood made their mark on the festival grounds to share their mission. Local foods vendors lined the street, followed up by the annual poster sale, and circled back to the Renegade Craft and CHIRP Record Fair which hosted local artists and signings from Feeble Little Horse, Water From Your Eyes, and Sweeping Promises. Even if your favorite artist wasn’t on stage, there is always something to do when at Pitchfork!
Festival style was in full effect and the range of outfits was infinite. From comfy and cozy to binging on accessories, festival goers showed up and showed out. The iconic lime-green ‘bart’ tote bag made its way to the front page of Pitchfork’s Instagram — made by a local Chicago artist — friendship charm bracelets were a huge hit, and the numerous pairs of Doc Martens really marked the aesthetic of the weekend.
We are interested to see the changes that could be made further by GQ and Condé Nast during next year’s fest, but we are excited to have experienced Pitchfork Music Festival in all of its glory. Dancing with strangers in general admission pits, lounging on blankets in the park, or sharing a local delicacy from a Chicago food vendor is exactly what Pitchfork is all about and we can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store.
Words and photos by Isabel Dowell
Shinedown | Highland
Shinedown performing at Yaamava' Theater in Highland, CA on July 24, 2024. All photos taken by Raven Kendall.
Softcult | Dallas
Softcult performing at Club Dada in Dallas, TX on July 20, 2024. All photos taken by Maia Tharp.
Ashton Irwin | Los Angeles
Ashton Irwin performing at The Belasco in Los Angeles, CA on July 18, 2024. All photos taken by Mati Ficara.
Two Door Cinema Club | Atlanta
Two Door Cinema Club performing at Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta, GA on July 13, 2024. All photos taken by Emily Harman.
Tash Sultana | Costa Mesa
Tash Sultana performing at Pacific Amphitheatre in Costa Mesa, CA on July 10, 2024. All photos taken by Kenny Jusino.
Northlane | New York City
Northlane performing at Irving Plaza in New York City on July 9, 2024. All photos taken by Janae Stewart.
Ken Carson | Miami Beach
Ken Carson performing at The Fillmore in Miami Beach, FL on July 9, 2024. All photos taken by Lantz Martin.
Hiatus Kaiyote | Brooklyn
Hiatus Kaiyote performing at Brooklyn Paramount in Brooklyn, NY on July 2, 2024. All photos taken by Janae Stewart.
Luke Hemmings | Philadelphia
Luke Hemmings (with support from Cafuné) performing at The Fillmore in Philadelphia, PA on May 23, 2024. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Balance and Composure | Asbury Park
Balance and Composure (with support from Greg Mendez) performing at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ on June 26, 2024. All photos taken by David Ross Lawn.
Future Islands | Atlanta
Future Islands performing at The Eastern in Atlanta, GA on June 25, 2024. All photos taken by Chandler Bunzol.
KALEO | Los Angeles
KALEO performing at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, CA on June 21, 2024. All photos taken by Bailey Holiver.
Olivia O'Brien | New York City
Olivia O’Brien performing at Racket in New York City on June 20, 2024. All photos taken by Elizabeth Feirstein.
Meg Smith | Washington DC
Meg Smith performing at The Atlantis in Washington, DC on June 12, 2024. All photos taken by Ashton Sotiro.