Artist Spotlight: Level Up

Sonya Broner, professionally known as LEVEL UP, has carved a path through the bass music scene that is as technical as it is terrifyingly good. Originally a theater student and a competitive dancer from Los Angeles, Sonya found her true calling in the art of the scratch.

The Turntablist Roots

Unlike many modern producers, Level Up’s journey began on the wheels of steel. She was trained by the legendary Rob Swift of the X-Ecutioners, one of the most respected turntablists in NYC history. This battle-tested background gives her live sets a level of technicality and "flavor" that is rare in the dubstep world—expect lightning-fast cuts and actual DJ skills.

Personal Life & Power Couple Status

Behind the heavy drops is a story of bass music's most beloved power couple. Level Up is married to Subtronics. Their shared passion for sound design and performance has seen them support each other through massive tour cycles, often seen side-stage during each other’s legendary festival slots. Despite their shared lives, Level Up has meticulously built her own "Seance" branding and "witchy" aesthetic that stands entirely on its own merit.

Why This Show Is Unmissable

This isn't just another tour stop. This is Friday the 13th. Level Up’s branding is centered around tarot, summoning, and dark magic—meaning there is no better date in the calendar for her to take over Chicago.

• The Visual Experience: Expect a custom "Friday the 13th" visual package that leans into her horror-theatre roots.
• The Lineup: With heavy-hitters like Zingara on the support, the low-end frequencies will be rattling the salt silos all night long.
• New IDs: Following her massive festival runs in 2025, she is expected to drop a wealth of unreleased collaborations and VIP edits.

Venue Guide: The Salt Shed

The Salt Shed is arguably Chicago's most impressive new venue, converted from the historic Morton Salt factory. Here is how to navigate it like a pro:

• The "Secret" View: While the floor is where the energy is, the Grandstand (if open for your ticket type) offers the best acoustic mix and an incredible view of the river skyline.
• Riverside Walk: Don't stay inside the whole time. The riverside area has incredible food vendors and the "Morton Salt" silos make for the ultimate industrial-chic photo op.
• Pro-Tip (Parking): Parking at the Shed can be pricey. Try looking for spots a few blocks west in the industrial corridor or use the Goose Island transit routes to avoid the post-show bottleneck.
• The Sound: The Shed uses a state-of-the-art L-Acoustics K2 system. It’s loud and crisp—bring high-fidelity earplugs to catch the nuances of the bass.