CHICAGO — June 11, 2019 — Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP’s Entertainment and Media Law Practice will host its fifth annual music showcase, Sound of Summer, on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at the House of Blues Chicago. Sound of Summer will feature a headlining performance by GRAMMY®-nominated artist CAM. One of country’s fieriest artists, Cam will perform tracks from her Grammy Award nominated debut album Untamed, including the double-platinum smash Burning House, as well as tracks from her forthcoming sophomore album. Preceding Cam in concert are upcoming female artists Ness Heads, followed by Zealyn.

Sound of Summer is dedicated to raising money for charitable causes through a celebration of music. This year’s beneficiary is She Is The Music (SITM), a global nonprofit championing equality, inclusivity and opportunity for women. SITM’s program work to increase the number of women working in music and transform the gender landscape of the industry. In support of the nonprofit, Sound of Summer has committed to hiring women for key roles at every level of its event – both front of house and back of house - including sound, lighting and more.

About Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP, a nationally recognized litigation firm in Chicago, is dedicated to resolving contested matters for our clients. Jury trial experience is the hallmark of the firm. Our attorneys have tried hundreds of cases to verdict in a variety of complex civil and commercial disputes. Many large corporations, prestigious institutions, business owners and talented individuals retain Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP in jurisdictions across the United States. Since its inception in 1992, the firm has grown to 130 attorneys in 24 practice areas with offices in Chicago, Lisle, Libertyville and Madison County, Illinois, St. Louis, Missouri, and Hammond, Indiana.

About She Is The Music

She Is The Music (SITM) is a nonprofit championing equality, inclusivity and opportunity for women. An independent organization, SITM is increasing the number of women working in music and transforming the gender landscape of the industry.

SITM unites women across the industry, creating strength and impact on a global scale. The nonprofit provides umbrella resources and support for female-focused initiatives - both through its own programs, as well as external efforts around the world. SITM’s core programs include all-female songwriting camps; the largest database of women creators in music; and a forthcoming mentorship program.

A first-of-its-kind collaboration, SITM is powered by representation from across the music industry: creators, publishers, record labels, talent agencies, management companies, industry groups, think tanks, media companies, streaming services, and more. Entertainment Industry Foundation serves as a partner.

For more information, visit www.sheisthemusic.org

Sound of Summer thanks its sponsors for this year’s event, including: Billboard Magazine, Symphonic Distribution, Virgin Hotels Chicago, CuraLinc Healthcare, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Hello Water, 12 Line Studio, and One Point Wealth Management Group

Doors open at 6:30PM. This show is for AGES 17 AND OLDER. Valid Photo ID is required for age restricted shows. Forms of valid ID are current and non-expired Driver's License, State ID, or Passport. House of Blues Chicago is a standing room only venue, all tickets are General Admission unless otherwise stated. *All support acts are subject to change without notice.*