Hip Dad Radio

Radio station · United States
About

Bio and how they support artists

Hip Dad Radio is Chicago’s meat-and-potatoes radio experience, rooted in the timeless sounds of rock, soul, and beyond. Our online radio station and weekly Mixcloud show bring you the best “dad music”—including new tracks by emerging artists that capture the spirit of the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s. We showcase fresh music with a throwback vibe, spotlighting songs that feel like they belong in the golden era of music. If your sound brings listeners back in time, Hip Dad Radio is the perfect place for it to shine. When you submit your music to Hip Dad Radio, we don’t just play it—we promote it with style. Your tracks get airtime on our weekly show, giving you direct exposure to an audience that appreciates throwback vibes and timeless tunes. We also feature standout submissions on our Instagram, sharing your music with followers who are eager for that nostalgic sound. Get ready for your music to be showcased alongside legendary eras and reach listeners who crave music that speaks to Chicago’s classic roots.
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Genres accepted most often

Indie rockJazz fusionAlternative rockSinger songwriterPsychedelic rock

They want to receive...

  • Genres
    Alternative rockAmericanaIndie rockPop rockPsychedelic rockRock & Roll / Classic RockSoul

They are also open to receiving...

  • Genres
    BluesBossa novaCountry musicDream popFunkJazz fusionGarage rockHard rockNew waveSurf rock

They don't want to receive...

  • Genres
    Afrobeat / AfropopChildren's musicChill / Lo-fi Hip-HopCloud Rap / Hip HopCommercial / MainstreamDance musicDance popDeath / ThrashDeep houseDrill/JerseyDrum and BassElectronicaExperimental electronicGerman songGrimeHardcoreHip-hopHoliday musicHouse musicHyperpopIndustrial musicInstrumental hip-hopInternational rapK-pop / J-popLatin PopMetal / Heavy metalMinimalNoiseNu-discoPop PunkRap in EnglishFrench rapTechnoTrapUrban pop
Not sure which genre(s) suits your music style? Check out our genres cheatsheet!

They’re looking for...

  • Lyrics in any language
  • Artists from any country/region
  • Released tracks only

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Good to know
High answer rate They are very active currently, giving feedback to more than 90% of received tracks

Activity on Groover
713 answers given Since signing up
99% answer rate Last 30 days
5% opportunity rate Last 12 months
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