Vocalo Android

Vocalo

Chicago's Urban Alternative Music. This is what Chicago sounds like.

Features & Capabilities

Vocalo is Chicago's premier Urban Alternative Music Station, offering an authentic soundscape that truly represents the city. Featuring a dynamic mix of R&B, hip-hop, and dance music, Vocalo showcases the vibrant cultural expression of Chicago. Listeners can enjoy expertly hosted shows by the city's top radio personalities, making Vocalo the ultimate destination for music discovery and urban culture. This extension connects you directly to Chicago's unique musical heartbeat, providing daily inspiration and entertainment for fans of diverse urban sounds.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Chicago Public Media Inc.
Downloads:
28,231 30
Rating:
4.43
(154)
Version:
6.2.0 Last updated: 2024-02-21
Version code:
210060200
Creation date:
2015-04-02
Publisher country:
US US
Permissions:
  • android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
  • android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
  • android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
  • com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE Low risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
Size:
39.15MB
Email:
we*****@chicagopublicmedia.org
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Google Play Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-12
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Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Chicago Public Media Inc.
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbez.vocalo.app
Email:
we*****@chicagopublicmedia.org
Website:
http://chicagopublicmedia.org

User Reviews

Vocalo Android app is loved for its diverse Chicago-focused and commercial-free music, easy-to-use interface with helpful features like song history, and strong community appeal. However, many users report app stability issues including frequent disconnects and installation problems. Some want more varied programming like talk shows. Despite technical flaws, Vocalo remains a highly regarded app for discovering fresh urban and Latino music.
Pros
  • Wide variety of music, focusing on new and Chicago-based artists
  • Commercial-free listening experience with unique programming including Spanish language shows and spoken poetry
  • Easy to use app interface with features like displaying song and artist information and a playlist history for easy song lookup
  • Great for music discovery and appreciated by users who love black urban music with Latino influences
  • The station and app have a loyal and enthusiastic following, with users praising it as their favorite station
Cons
  • App has stability and connectivity issues, requiring users to restart it frequently
  • Users experience problems installing or downloading the app
  • Some users report the app turning on by itself randomly
  • Request for additional programming, such as talk shows, indicating desire for more content variety
Recent reviews
The app turns on by itself randomly.
by St*****, 2024-08-25

Bring back Bekoe Ayanna and the Friday night DJ series with Jesse De la pena
by Wi*****, 2024-08-15
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