BJ The Chicago Kid sets up a cinematic experience with "The Opening Ceremony." Child/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

BJ The Chicago Kid's new album, In My Mind, is out now. Courtesy of the artist hide caption

B.J. The Chicago Kid performed live at NPR Music's CMJ show. Loren Wohl for NPR hide caption

BJ the Chicago Kid's major-label debut album, In My Mind, is due out later this year. Courtesy of the artist hide caption