Vocalo

Name: Vocalo
Rating: 4.432836 (154 reviews)
Author: Chicago Public Media Inc.

By: Chicago Public Media Inc.

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

App Music & Audio Entertainment

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:

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:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-12

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 364,265 ▲ 2,392

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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