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Live Review: The Claudettes at Mary’s Place • Rockford
The Claudettes Mary’s Place October 18, 2024 Rockford, IL Review and photos by Jeff Elbel. Enjoying a busy fall season on the road, Chicago’s inimitable wonders The Claudettes swung to nearby Rockford for a return visit to Mary’s Place. The watering hole rests along the Rock River and holds status as the oldest bar in […]
Stage Buzz: The Sisters of Mercy, Iron Maiden, Justin Timberlake
British post punk icons The Sisters of Mercy are hailed as the godfathers of goth rock. Known for songs like “Temple of Love,” “Lucretia My Reflection,” and “This Corrosion,” the band’s influence spans across generations. They even influenced tour openers Blaqk Audio. Catch the two bands at the Aragon Ballroom on Wednesday, October 23 […]
Live Review: Saga at Arcada Theatre • St. Charles, IL
Saga Arcada Theatre St. Charles, IL Thursday, October 17, 2024 Review by Jeff Elbel. Photos courtesy of Onesti Entertainment/Jim Summaria Fans of Canadian progressive rock heroes Saga can thank Onesti Entertainment and the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles for hosting a rare US headlining stop on the band’s It Never Ends Tour. On Thursday night, the […]
Photo Gallery and Reap: Jelly Roll • United Center • Chicago
Jelly Roll with Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay Thursday, October 10 United Center Chicago, IL Photo Gallery and Reap: Edward Spinelli Some call him country; others say his style is southern rock with a hint of hip-hop, although perhaps most accurately, it’s a hybrid of them all; no matter how Jelly Roll is categorized, the […]
Stage Buzz: Local H, André 3000, Rise Against, SAGA, Mushroomhead
You can’t keep Local H down. From lineup changes to last-minute tour cancellations, the Illinois natives keep moving forward. After their tour with Helmet was axed in August, the duo regrouped and planned a new tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of the fifth album, Whatever Happened to P.J. Soles? The duo will perform the 2004 album […]
Live Review: The Red Pears with Ultra Q at Park West • Chicago
The Red Pears with Ultra Q Wednesday, October 9 Park West Chicago, IL Review by Ashley Perez-Hollingsworth The Red Pears are proof that rock isn’t dead. It’s just underground. The El Monte band brought their garage-rock/Latin-infused sound to Chicago’s historic Park West in support of their latest album, Better Late Than Never. With The […]
Stage Buzz: King’s X, Air, The Red Pears, The Psychedelic Furs
French electronic duo Air earned critical acclaim with their debut album, Moon Safari, back in 1998. With its blend of dream pop, downtempo beats, electronica, and trip-hop, the album was only the start of their influential legacy. The band will celebrate the 26th anniversary of their debut album with a full album performance at the Auditorium Theatre this […]
Photo Gallery: PJ Harvey • The Salt Shed • Chicago
PJ Harvey The Salt Shed Chicago, IL September 30, 2024 Recap and photos by Curt Baran Throughout her extraordinary career, Polly Jean Harvey has excelled at shape-shifting. It’s an extraordinary talent that has kept her audience guessing since her debut back in the early 90’s. What has never been in question is her galvanized status […]
Recap and Gallery: Jeff Lynne’s ELO at The United Center • Chicago
Jeff Lynne’s ELO United Center, Chicago, IL September 28, 2024 Photos and recap by Jeff Elbel; Additional Photos from Palm Springs, CA, from Jeff Stoltzfus Jeff Lynne’s ELO played the second of two nights at the United Center in Chicago on Saturday. The band’s Over and Out Tour has been promoted as Jeff Lynne’s farewell […]
Photo Gallery • The Jesus Lizard in Chicago
The Jesus Lizard The Salt Shed Chicago, IL September 28, 2024 Recap and photos by Curt Baran The mic cord sat coiled at the edge of the stage, resting like a coal-colored pasta nest. Fifty-something feet of foreshadowing. The Jesus Lizard, arguably one of this city’s most significant exports (sorry, Hog Butchers), returned home, and […]
Stage Buzz: Twenty One Pilots, Creeper, Hanson
Twenty One Pilots United Center Chicago October 1 and 2, 2024 Preview by Aubrey Vernon and Emily Morrissette Columbus, Ohio’s Twenty One Pilots (Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun) bring their latest and greatest headline tour to the United Center next Tuesday and Wednesday (October 1 and 2), buoyed by their May release of the highly-anticipated […]
Stage Buzz: Enuff Z’Nuff, Cold Waves, Heart By Heart, Charli XCX, Catfish Keith
Heart was (and is) a rock staple on classic rock radio in the 70s and 80s, and it remains so 40+ years later. Hit singles “Barracuda,” Magic Man,” and “Crazy On You” were groundbreaking, featuring Seattle’s Wilson sisters (Ann and Nancy) and their bandmates. While the original band has gone their separate ways, Founding […]
Live Review and Photo Gallery: Crowded House at Ravinia Festival • Highland Park
Crowded House at Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL Wednesday, September 11, 2024 Review by Jeff Elbel. Photos courtesy of Ravinia Festival/Patrick Gipson. Melodic pop fans who managed a weeknight getaway were treated to a sublime performance by Crowded House on a gorgeous summer night outdoors at Ravinia. Traveling during winter in the southern hemisphere, the […]
Stage Buzz: Riot Fest, Sum 41, Beabadoobee, Prognosis
Indie rockers Joywave have always stayed true to themselves. Never one to pigeonhole their sound, they invite listeners to join them on yet another sonic journey for their fifth album, Permanent Pleasure. See what the band has in store this time when they perform with Hunny at Thalia Hall on Tuesday, September 17th. Find tickets […]
Advertiser Message: Dream Theater • March 8, 2005 • Chicago Theatre
It’s on. Heavy progressive rock legends Dream Theater are returning to the Chicago Theatre on March 8, 2025, on their 40th Anniversary Tour. Legendary drummer Mike Portnoy is back in the fold, joined by (vocalist) James LaBrie, (bassist) John Myung, (guitarist) John Petrucci, plus (keyboardist) Jordan Rudess. “This tour is going to be incredibly special for all of us! […]
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