Imaginary Chicago Records was established in 2004 to showcase the new sounds of the vibrant 21st century Chicago music scene. The label focuses on original music recorded by Chicago artists and their collaborations with major national and international figures. We remain dedicated to supporting innovative multicultural projects.
Spanning jazz, rock, country, metal, classical, and modern improvised music, Imaginary Chicago Records features a taste of best music available in the Second City. We are proud to feature work with New Music innovator Bertram Turetzky and Hawkwind frontman Alan Davey.
Our catalog currently includes:
POWER TO THE BABIES by Scientific Map (ICR 004)
The new sound of soul, jazz, and funk
BLUE RHIZOME by The New Quartet (ICR 003)
The extended work spanning jazz, metal, hip hop, classical, and world
CRIMINAL MASTERMIND by Karl E. H. Seigfried (ICR 002)
The groundbreaking solo recording by the Chicago bass innovator
BOYKIN, SEIGFRIED, & REED (ICR 001)
Due to its popularity, this release is currently SOLD OUT
Upcoming releases include albums by the Mantra Blue Free Orchestra, the Lost Cartographers, Wolfgang Seligo, the Soul Power Trio, Thunor, and Bertram Turetzky.