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DJ Janesita will perform at the Boiler Room Saturday June 29.

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DJ Janesita will perform at the Boiler Room Saturday June 29.

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Behind Chicago’s Boiler Room dance party with DJ Janesita

Catch performances from local and international DJs on Saturday, June 29.

DJ Janesita will perform at the Boiler Room Saturday June 29.

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Chicago’s dance and electronic music scene will be on full display this weekend at Grant Park. But much of this scene started underground in basements and boiler rooms.

This event is part of the London-based Boiler Room platform which puts a spotlight on underground music, culture and DJs all around the world.

Reset checks in with a local DJ performing at Boiler Room Chicago on Saturday to learn more about the event, Chicago’s underground music scene and how she brings her culture and heritage to the party.

GUEST: Janet “Janesita” Rodriguez, Chicago-based DJ

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