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Photo Gallery: Pixies and Modest Mouse • August 30, 2023 • Chicago
Pixies and Modest Mouse The Salt Shed Chicago, IL August 30, 2023 Recap and photos by Curt Baran Two heavyweights of the late ’80s and ’90s Alt-Rock music scenes joined forces for one of this summer’s more intriguing tours. Hailing from opposite coasts of the country, Pixies (East) and Modest Mouse (West) seemingly have very […]
Media: September 2023 • More Stories From The Heartland
Max Armstrong spent a lifetime in broadcasting, both in radio and television, but he is also an author. In fact, now he’s an author for the second time. His first book was called Stories from the Heartland. Can you guess what the second one is called? “It’s called More Stories from the Heartland,” Armstrong says […]
Cover Story: Juliana Hatfield • Can’t Get it Out of My Head
It was a great lesson to learn during the pandemic: Sometimes, if you’re open to it, the Universe will reward you with small, subtle signs that everything — despite any outward appearances to the contrary —is alright with the world at that particular moment. Even something as insignificant as a digital clock can prove […]
Stage Buzz: Corey Taylor, Duran Duran, North Coast Fest, Last Fling
Corey Taylor is best known as the crazed masked leader of Slipknot, but lately, he’s been pulling double duty, performing with the Masked Nine, and breaking out on his own for a new solo career. Taylor returns this year with his second album, CMF2. Hear cuts from his upcoming album and from his previous […]
Photo Gallery: The Offspring, Sum 41, Simple Plan at Credit 1 Amphitheatre
The Offspring Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre Tinley Park, IL August 26, 2023 Words and photos by Curt Baran Perhaps it was the perfect convergence of a lingering, post-COVID thirst for live music and an absolutely beautiful summer evening. Of course, a triple bill of pop-punk featuring The Offspring, Sum 41, and Simple Plan might have […]
Photo Gallery: Arctic Monkeys, Fontaines D.C. at United Center • Chicago
Arctic Monkeys United Center Chicago, IL August 27, 2023 Recap and photos by Curt Baran Alex Turner was in full-on Elvis mode this Sunday at United Center. Fortunately, for all concerned parties, he was channeling the earliest version and not the bloated, coked-out, sequined model that would ultimately lead to the icon’s demise. It’s unusual […]
Stage Buzz: Guns N’ Roses, The Offspring, Haunt, Arctic Monkeys
Guns N’ Roses is one of the most successful and notorious rock bands out there. Their rebelliousness, unapologetic hedonism, and penchant for drawing up controversy earned them the title of “the most dangerous band in the world.” Nearly 40 years after its formation, the band is still going strong and can still pack stadiums […]
Live Review and Photo Gallery: Bruce Springsteen at Wrigley Field • Chicago
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL Friday, August 11, 2023 Review by Jeff Elbel. Photos by Curt Baran. After packing Wrigley Field on Wednesday, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band ushered in the weekend with a second sold-out performance on Friday night in the Cubs’ outfield. At showtime, the members […]
Photo Gallery • Lollapalooza 2023 – Day One • Grant Park • Chicago
Lollapalooza Grant Park Chicago Thursday, August 3, 2023 Recap and photos by Curt Baran The granddaddy of music festivals arrived on the shores of Lake Michigan Thursday. Lollapalooza returned to Chicago’s front lawn, welcoming the kids to dance and shake their bones in Grant Park. The four-day event featured over 100 bands on multiple stages […]
Photo Gallery • Lollapalooza 2023 – Day Two • Grant Park • Chicago
Lollapalooza Grant Park Chicago Friday, August 4, 2023 Recap and photos by Curt Baran The second day in the park showed no signs of slowing down. Even though the heat and humidity were almost suffocating, headliners The 1975 managed to steer clear of controversy with a don’t-bore-us-get-to-the-chorus work ethic. Throughout the day, great sets […]
Photo Gallery • Lollapalooza 2023 – Day Three • Grant Park • Chicago
Lollapalooza Grant Park Chicago Saturday, August 5, 2023 Recap and photos by Curt Baran A nagging, persistent rain proved to be a bit of a buzz kill on the third day of the proceedings. Although no sets were canceled, some of the earlier scheduled sessions were met with fewer fans who chose to arrive after […]
Photo Gallery • Lollapalooza 2023 – Day Four • Grant Park • Chicago
Lollapalooza Grant Park Chicago Sunday, August 5, 2023 Recap and photos by Curt Baran Saturday’s rainstorm hung around in the form of intermittent showers, but it didn’t stop the crowds from hitting the park early. Lolla veterans Red Hot Chili Peppers closed out the weekend by bringing back early 90’s vibes to a packed south […]
Photo Gallery: Pantera at American Family Insurance Amphitheater • Milwaukee
Pantera American Family Insurance Amphitheater Milwaukee, WI July 31, 2023 Recap and photos by Curt Baran To say that Pantera has seen its fair share of tragedy is an understatement. Original guitarist “Dimebag” Darrell was shockingly shot to death on stage by a deranged fan in December of 2004, and drummer Vinnie Paul, Darrell’s brother, […]
Stage Buzz: Lollapalooza, Repentance, Voice of Baceprot, Mudvayne
Whether it’s his outrageous outfits or causing controversy, Boy George knows how to get attention. Though he has a prolific solo career, he’s best known as the androgynous singer of Culture Club. In a sea of endless new romantic acts and lots of hairspray, the band stood out not just for their look but […]
Cover Story: Butcher Babies • Double Trouble
From just a quick glance at each other while on stage, Butcher Babies’s duo bombshell vocalists—Heidi Shepherd and Carla Harvey—know exactly what each other is thinking… and they can’t help but to crack up or give each other a sly smile. As best friends performing in a band, Shepherd and Harvey have been slugging it […]
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