Lumpen Radio 🇺🇸

Lumpen Radio, a project of the Public Media Institute (PMI), embodies Chicago's vibrant DIY culture, providing a platform for marginalized voices and experimental sounds. This hyper-local, community-driven station amplifies Chicago's artistic communities, offering a non-commercial alternative to mainstream media. Lumpen Radio streams online and broadcasts on low-power FM, ensuring accessibility within Chicago and beyond. Rooted in a progressive and activist-oriented ethos, Lumpen Radio delivers diverse programming, including punk, electronic, hip-hop, noise, and world music, alongside discussions on local politics, art, culture, and social issues. The station actively promotes collaboration with *Lumpen* magazine, fostering a synergy between independent art, culture, and community engagement. Its reliance on volunteers ensures its DIY ethic remains at the core of its operations. Lumpen Radio's programming reflects the eclectic interests of its volunteers and community, featuring everything from live music and DJ sets to poetry readings and sound art performances. Through events, workshops, and community gatherings, Lumpen Radio builds connections and raises awareness, solidifying its role as a cultural hub for Chicago's alternative communities. The station's commitment to providing a platform for marginalized voices makes it a vital force in Chicago's media landscape.