Even amidst Chicago’s end-of-summer music festival monoliths, the Hideout’s 21st Block Party stood it’s ground among the likes of Lollapalooza & Riot Fest. This year’s block party did feel a bit strange without our usual block party rainstorm, though we managed a heatwave. Windy City Times, better late than never, released a recap of this year’s party, with a full photo gallery. Take a read and a look.