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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
Itâs 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. âThis tour is going to be incredibly special for all of us! […]
Stage Buzz: Crowded House at Ravinia ⢠Highland Park
Neil Finn is justifiably recognized as one of his generationâs finest purveyors of tuneful pop. Heâs had his biggest impact with adoring audiences alongside founding bandmate Nick Seymour in Crowded House. Hailing from Australia and New Zealand, the group made its major international splash with the mesmerizing crooner and singalong juggernaut âDonât Dream Itâs Overâ in […]
Stage Buzz: Megadeth, Weezer, Peter Hook and the Light
Peter Hook and the Light appear at the Riviera Theatre on Saturday, September 7. If Dave Mustaine hadnât been ousted from Metallica 41 years ago, there would have been no Megadeth. Considered one of the Big Four of metal, the band has remained one of the genre’s most influential bands. Known for their biting lyrics […]
Spins: Ashley Naylor ⢠Soundtracks, Volume 2
Ashley Naylor Soundtracks, Volume 2 (El Reno) If your record collection includes instrumental albums by solo rock guitarists â perhaps Jeff Beckâs Blow by Blow, Peter Framptonâs more recent All Blues, or efforts by the Fixxâs Jamie West-Oram and Televisionâs Tom Verlaine â the latest album by Australian guitarist Ashley Naylor will likely be up […]
Stage Buzz: Pravda Records Anniversary at FitzGerald’s, Mac Sabbath, Pearl Jam, TLC
What do you get when you combine an iconic metal band with an iconic fast-food chain? Mac Sabbath. These self-appointed founders of âDrive Thru Metalâ are known for parody versions of Black Sabbath songs, which include âFrying Pan,â (âIron Manâ), âPair-a-Bunsâ (âParanoidâ), âSweet Beefâ (âSweet Leafâ), and âZipping Up the Uniformâ (âSymptom of the […]
Live Review: Cage The Elephant and Young The Giant at Credit Union 1 Arena ⢠Chicago
Cage The Elephant Young The Giant Credit Union 1 Arena Chicago, IL Thursday, August 15, 2024 Photos and Live Review by Jeff Elbel Cage the Elephant singer Matt Shultz is breaking new ground on the bandâs tour, supporting its Neon Pill album. In the early 2000s, Peter Gabriel visited the former Tweeter Center in Tinley Park […]
Live Review and Gallery: Green Day with Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid and The Linda Lindas⢠Wrigley Field ⢠Chicago
Green Day and friends Wrigley Field Chicago, IL Tuesday, August 13, 2024 Review by Jeff Elbel. Photos coming soon by Curt Baran. Rock fans in Chicago have had a busy summer, with Lollapalooza, Pitchfork, and stands by the Rolling Stones and Metallica as a few recent examples. Tuesdayâs concert at Wrigley Field stands among the […]
Stage Buzz: The Struts, Haunt, Savage Master, Supernatural
Southern California metalheads Haunt roll into the Cobra Lounge this Thursday (August 15) to support their latest release, Dreamers. Co-headlining “Thee Eternal Reign” tour is Louisville, Kentucky’s Savage Master, who bring their special sword and sorcery metal with them. Highland, Indiana’s Idol Throne, will be opening the metal shindig, who just recently dropped their new […]
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: 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 […]
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 […]
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