Archive for July, 2024
Cover Story: Slash ⢠Raised on the Blues
Over four decades, Slash has established himself as one of the greatest guitarists in the world. It seems heâs done it all. Aside from laying down iconic riffs for Guns N’ Roses, heâs worked with just about anyone you can think of: Lenny Kravitz, Alice Cooper, Bob Dylan, Michael Jackson, Miles Kennedy, Carole King, Iggy […]
Media: August 2024 ⢠Catching up with 97.1FM The Drive’s Brian Sherman
Youâll be hard-pressed to find a more approachable morning radio show than the Driveâs (97.1FM) Sherman and Tingle. They donât just talk to the listeners on the phone, they do it in person. How many radio shows regularly go out to the bars with their listeners? Sherman and Tingle do it every week for a […]
Stage Buzz ⢠Lollapalooza 2024 Preview: IE Staff Picks
Chappell Roan, Thursday, August 1 ⢠T-Mobile Stage ⢠5:00 pm Opening for Olivia Rodrigo and embarking on a triumphant summer festival run has generated a massive new audience for Missouri-born, LA-based Chappell Roan, and her music certainly lives up to the hype. The self-proclaimed Midwest Princessâs debut album (and subsequent breakout single âGood Luck, […]
Stage Buzz: Lollapalooza, Chappell Roan, Destroy Boys, Hanabie
The summer event youâve all been waiting for is finally here! Itâs Lollapalooza weekend! Returning to Grant Park from August 1st to August 4th, this yearâs event features headliners Megan Thee Stallion, Hozier, SZA, Stray Kids, The Killers, Future X Metro Boomin, blink-182, and Melanie Martinez. Other performers include Killer Mike, Conan Gray, Vince Staples, […]
Stage Buzz: A Day To Remember, The Pretenders, Vampire Weekend
A Day to Remember is still embracing change and shaking things up 21 years into their longstanding career. Their latest album, Youâre Welcome, marked significant sonic trading in their metalcore roots for a pop-rock, post-hardcore sound. Their wide musical range keeps fans on their toes, so expect to hear a mixed bag when they bring their âLeast […]
Pitchfork Music Festival 2024 ⢠Day One
Pitchfork Music Festival Union Park Friday, July 19 Chicago, IL Recap and photos by Curt Baran The Pitchfork Music Festival has secured itself a reputation as being the âfarm leagueâ of fests, to borrow a baseball term. They cultivate the newest talent, and then those bands or artists move onto the larger stages. Some even […]
Pitchfork Music Festival ⢠Day Two (Part One)
Pitchfork Music Festival Union Park Saturday, July 20 Chicago, IL Attendees for Day Two were greeted by perfect festival weather (80 degrees and sunny) and endless options from the dayâs musical menu. Headliner Jamie xx took care of the techno crowd, but the afternoon and evening also featured performances from Lifeguard (Chicagoâs own), LâRain, Kara […]
Pitchfork Music Festival 2024 ⢠Day Three
Pitchfork Music Festival Union Park Sunday, July 21 Chicago, IL Recap and photos by Curt Baran Arguably, the third day of P4K features some of the weekendâs highlight performances Model/ Actriz annihilated the fourth wall during their set, and Mannequin Pussy continued to prove that they are simply one of the best live bands on […]
Pitchfork Festival 2024 ⢠Day Two (Part Two)
Pitchfork Music Festival Union Park Saturday, July 20 Chicago, IL Attendees for Day Two were greeted by perfect festival weather (80 degrees and sunny) and endless options from the dayâs musical menu. Headliner Jamie xx took care of the techno crowd, but the afternoon and evening also featured performances from Lifeguard (Chicagoâs own), LâRain, Kara […]
Photo Gallery: Def Leppard, Journey and Steve Miller Band at Wrigley Field ⢠Chicago
Def Leppard Journey The Steve Miller Band Wrigley Field Chicago, IL July 15, 2024 Recap and photos by Curt Baran The Northsideâs shining diamond turned itself into a Wayback machine. To see the names Def Leppard, Journey, and The Steve Miller Band on the marquee wouldâve had one believing it was a “World Series of […]
Stage Buzz: Pitchfork Music Fest, Model/Actriz, Halestorm, Limp Bizkit
Pitchfork Music Festival returns to Union Park this weekend for three days of great music, lots of dancing, and good vibes. This yearâs lineup features headliners Black Pumas, Jamie xx, and Alanis Morissette. Other acts on the bill include 100 gecs Jai Paul, Carly Rae Jepsen, De La Soul, Bratmobile, Brittany Howard, Grandmaster Flash, […]
Stage Buzz: Windy City Smokeout, Square Roots Fest, Mother Mother, Pussy Riot
One of Chicago’s most beloved music fests that haven’t fled to the suburbs this year, Windy City Smokeout, is back in the United Center parking lot this weekend with an impressive country lineup, including Thomas Rhett, Parker McCollum, Cody Johnson, and Carrie Underwood. The event also features some of the country’s best BBQ and craft […]
Stage Buzz: EKKSTACY, NASCAR: The Chainsmokers, The Black Keys, Keith Urban, and Lauren Alaina, The Wallflowers
The Wallflowers, led by Jakob Dylan, are still going strong over 30 years since their debut. Though their most recent album, Exit Wounds, came out in 2021, theyâll forever be known for their â90s staples âOne Headlight,â â6th Avenue Heartache,â âThe Difference,â and âThree Marlenas.â Hear the latest and greatest from the band during […]
Live Review: The Church at Summerfest ⢠Milwaukee, WI
The Church Summerfest, Milwaukee, WI Saturday, June 29, 2024 Review by Jeff Elbel After a damp and gloomy Friday in Chicago, Steve Kilbey recognized a good thing when The Church took the stage for the headlining slot at Summerfestâs Miller Lite Oasis on Saturday. He greeted the crowd and remarked upon the âperfect […]
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