Lollapalooza performances ‘a childhood dream come true’ for Northbrook singer JORDY
Playing any stage at Lollapalooza is a gig goal for many a rising artist. But getting to
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Chicago rapper Taylor Bennett on his free show Friday, lessons he learned from big brother Chance
While rapper Taylor Bennett was crossing the country on his recent “Be Yourself, Be A Champion” tour,
Billy Corgan to host charity livestream show for Highland Park mass shooting victims
Billy Corgan will perform a charity livestream show Wednesday, July 27, to benefit the victims
Don’t forget your stuffed animal when Laurie Berkner plays Ravinia Saturday
The morning after a particularly late show in Long Island with her rock band, singer Laurie
Chicago rock band RELEASE(R) reflects on ‘Vicious Cycles’ single ahead of Friday show with Filter
With strains of industrial leading off its latest single “Vicious Cycles,” Chicago band RELEASE(R) walks a razor’s edge between hard rock and comforting alternative. The band showcases its new music with Filter Friday at The Piazza in Aurora.
Chicago podcaster Case Kenny harnesses music and mindfulness to make self-exploration fun
Love yourself? Case Kenny just might have some mindfulness tricks for you — set to uplifting dance music by Martin Garrix and other popular stars.
Northwest suburban Isaiah Grass advocating for mental health with recent single
Isaiah Grass’ recent single “I Need You” channels the importance of reaching out and conversely being there for others.
Chicago’s Da$Htone drops weighty new album for release show Friday
Darien Pasulka’s new Da$Htone release looks back on how our decisions and behaviors make us who we are.
North Shore native flutist Steve Kujala helps bring ‘Black Panther,’ ‘Lion King’ to life
North Shore native and freelance flute aficionado Steve Kujala returns to perform with the Chicago Philharmonic alongside screenings of “Black Panther” and “The Lion King” at the Chicago Theatre and Ravinia respectively.
Camp Broadcast benefit show brings Nashville artists to Joe’s Live
Four Nashville artists — Abby Anderson, Canaan Smith, Darryl Worley and Ray Fulcher — are flying into town for a “songwriters in-the-round-style” event.
Reilly Downes balances a zest for life, introspective honesty on her country-influenced debut ‘Spent’
Reilly Downes came to Chicago for the musical theater, but she stayed for the music scene. Today she releases her debut album, a heartfelt rumination on love and finding your place.
Stewart Arp pages through memories on his new solo album ‘Marigold’
“Is it too late to say I’m sorry now?” Stewart Arp works through his past and muses about the future on his new solo album “Marigold.”
With a side of music: Suburban venues that satisfy both culinary and musical appetites
Looking for a place where you can grab a bite while listening to some live tunes? Here are some indoor and outdoor music offerings at suburban restaurants and bars.
Schaumburg’s Christian Moreno waxes nostalgic with new Geekd single
Former Schaumburg artist Christian Moreno balances his musical life with his Broadway musical life as he releases the new Geekd single “Astraethesia.”
‘Unknowing’ reflects a child’s curiosity in Kevin Andrew Prchal’s new album
Hoffman Estates musician Kevin Andrew Prchal had no idea exactly how much inspiration lay ahead of him when he stepped back to start writing “Unknowing,” his fourth full-length album out Friday, just before the pandemic hit.
Get moving! It’s summer music festival season
From hometown artists to international acts, Chicago and the suburbs know how to celebrate music when summer festival season hits. Here’s what to watch for.
Bitter Jester warms up for Highland Park music series starting this week
Highland Park’s Bitter Jester Music Festival is counting down to the opening act of its four-week showcase series, starting its 16th season Friday, May 20.
Spring Awakening fest in Chicago postponed to 2023
Hold on to those Spring Awakening passes (or get a refund) as the EDM and dance festival is postponed to summer 2023.
The My Chemical Romance reunion is back on at Riot Fest!
The Riot Fest lineup is out and tickets are on sale now for the September music festival.
Rookie, Bitter Jester and more Chicago-area highlights added to Ravinia season
With tickets for the summer concert season on sale now, Ravinia Festival announced some additions and changes to the lineup this week.