LGBTQ artists sing ‘Out Loud’ for The Center fundraiser
Sammy Cannillo and a team of bands and artists from Chicago and the suburbs are bringing the tunes to Chicago’s Pride month with an eye toward giving back.
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Smashing music festivals: Our bird’s-eye view of the Chicago area’s summer, fall fests
The roster’s a little shorter for this music season, but here’s a quick look at the fests you should check out — from Homegrown in Lisle to Chicago’s Lollapalooza.
Hook up with The Mild West’s new single, ‘Rendezvous’
With the high-energy sound that’s a hallmark of The Mild West’s music, “Rendezvous” plays on the very human need for connection, a riff on something that’s been lacking for many of us over the last year.
Broken Robots faces life head-on with powerful EP ‘The Escape Artist’
The Broken Robots trio has seen its share of struggles in life, and the rock band’s new EP comprises their stories as they fight to beat them.
Schaumburg’s ALIGN puts his feelings on display in hypnotic new electronic EP
Northwest suburban native James Fisher channels the calming energy of his live performances in the new EP, “Vista.”
Lucas Bennett meshes classical, jazz, pop influences in two new Of Thought and Feeling releases
Recent North Central College grad Lucas Bennett used his musical composition studies to layer many different genres in his project’s two new releases.
St. Charles’ POZZI puts positivity into pop-punk with solo EP ‘I Can’t Sleep’
“When I sing I want them to feel something.” POZZI aims to write music people can connect with in his new EP.
Elgin hip-hop artist Moore’s new release a personal journey of highs and lows
Elgin hip-hop artist Andrew Moore is releasing a new collection of songs called “If You Saw Me At My Lowest” on June 4.
Duet of rock and fitness lets musician open a gym
On the road as a rock musician, Elk Grove Village native Matthew Daniels was exhausted and his body was breaking down. Now he’s the founder of a new health and fitness gym that includes his love of music.
Lucky Boys Confusion celebrating 20 years of ‘Throwing the Game’ with livestream, documentary
20 years after the release of their Elektra debut, DuPage-born Lucky Boys Confusion looks back on the times, the tours and their songs from the era.
Lollapalooza tickets on sale for Foo Fighters, Tyler, the Creator, Megan Thee Stallion
Organizers announced the lineup for this summer’s Lollapalooza in Grant Park; four-day tickets went on sale Wednesday.
The King of Mars maps out support with new single ‘Junkie Road’
The pandemic has exacerbated substance abuse and mental health issues for some people, and West Dundee’s John Bruner talks about how The King of Mars is trying to help with the new single “Junkie Road.”
Riot Fest adds Nine Inch Nails to headliners; three-day passes sold out
Riot Fest organizers announced Nine Inch Nails will be headlining the fest as three-day passes fly out of the box office.
Kevin Pollack takes us on a personal ride at Raue Center
Glenview actor/musician Kevin Pollack shares the music that inspired him throughout his career with a cabaret performance at the Raue Center and livestreaming Saturday.
Summer concerts at Wheaton’s Memorial Park Bandshell
Live concerts are coming to the new Memorial Park Bandshell in Wheaton. The Wheaton Park District has a season of 11 concerts largely featuring rock tribute bands, while the Wheaton Municipal Band has nine classical music concerts planned.
Premiere: Ben Astrachan tells of his personal journey with solo release
Ben Astrachan of Berta Bigtoe finds structure in musical chaos and meaning to his explorations with his new solo release.
Gladys Knight, Willie Nelson, Train: Ravinia announces summer lineup, COVID-19 protocols
Ravinia Festival in Highland Park announced the lineup for its 85th season Thursday with a strong mix of classical, jazz, pop, rock and all the favorites.
Kevin Farris looks ahead optimistically with new single, upcoming show
Mount Prospect singer-songwriter Kevin Farris reflects on the past while looking excitedly to the future with his new single “Love You Up” and a show at West Dundee’s RocHaus.
Stellar West goes experimental with ‘Immortal Wombat’ mixtape
DuPage punk band Stellar West explores novel genres with a re-imagining of a recent album release.
Earnestness, vulnerability key to Northbrook pop singer JORDY’s rising success
JORDY didn’t expect his song “Long Distance” to blow up on TikTok the way it did; but here he is with a label, an upcoming tour and a TV appearance because of it.