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Stage Buzz: Iggy Pop, New Found Glory, Meet Me @ The Altar, CupcakKe, Big Suit
Acclaimed New Orleans pianist John “Papa” Gros arrives at City Winery on Monday, March 6. New Orleans Advocate said Gros is a “keyboardist, singer and songwriter who draws on funk, rhythm and blues and Americana song-craft. He also knows his way around the Mardi Gras music repertoire about as well as anyone.” There is no question […]
Spins: Paramore ⢠This Is Why
Paramore This Is Why (Atlantic) After a nearly 6 year hiatus, Paramore is back with a vengeance, and their new album This Is Why is proof that time apart makes the musical heart grow fonder. Joining its neo-pop predecessor After Laughter in solidifying Paramoreâs golden trio â Zac Farro on drums, Taylor York on guitar, and the […]
Stage Buzz: Soulfly, Elle King, Badflower, John “Papa” Gros
Twelve albums in and thrash metal staples Soulfly show no signs of stopping soon. Theyâll bring their fusion of groove metal, nu metal, and world music to The Forge in Joliet, IL, with special guests Bodybox, Skinflint, Embryonic, and Autopsy on Friday, March 3rd. Doors open at 6 PM. Grab tickets here. Itâs hard […]
Live Review: Remain In Light : Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew at The Vic Theatre ⢠Chicago
The Vic Theatre, Chicago, IL Saturday, February 25, 2023 Review and photos by Jeff Elbel Jerry Harrison of Talking Heads and the bandâs veteran sideman Adrian Belew brought a tour celebrating their work on 1980âs influential Remain in Light album to Chicagoâs Vic Theatre on Saturday. The pair were accompanied by seven-piece funk/jam/rock band Cool Cool Cool, […]
Stage Buzz: SZA, Rick Springfield, Local H, Muse
The release of SZAâs long-awaited sophomore album SOS was a huge moment not only for the singer but for music in general. It became her first album to debut at number one on the Billboard 200 and broke the record for the largest streaming week for an R&B album in the US. Now, SZA […]
Stage Buzz Q&A: Tim Burgess of The Charlatans ⢠Vic Theatre February 7 ⢠Chicago
English band the Charlatans (aka The Charlatans U.K.) came of age with 1990âs Some Friendly. The album featured the organ-fueled alternative rock hit âThe Only One I Know,â which nodded to classics by the Byrds and Deep Purple. The quintetâs sound was bundled into the eraâs Madchester scene, with danceable house rhythms, R&B grooves, […]
Live Review and Photo Gallery: Fall Out Boy at Metro’s 40th Anniversary Show ⢠Chicago
Fall Out Boy Metro, Chicago Wednesday, January 25th, 2023 By Jaime deâMedici; Photos Elliot Ingham Before Fall Out Boy performed a sold-out show at the Metro Wednesday night, the bandâs crew set up their stage, including a backdrop with a half-smiley, half-frown face resembling a yin and yang symbol. Itâs a design thatâs been heavily […]
Spins: Crosby, Stills & Nash Debut Album Reissue Box
Crosby, Stills & Nash Crosby, Stills & Nash  LP reissue box (Mobile Fidelity/Rhino) As this pristine LP reissue of 1969’s debut release by Crosby, Stills & Nash goes to press, news has just arrived of the passing of David Crosby on January 18, 2023, at the age of 81. Crosby’s notable career spanned nearly 60 years, […]
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Stage Buzz: Deacon Blues, January 21 at Arcada Theatre ⢠St. Charles
Deacon Blues Saturday, January 21 The Arcada Theatre St. Charles, IL If you missed the acclaimed Chicago-based Steely Dan tribute Deacon Blues at Arcada Theatre over the holidays in December, their annual show was delayed because of scheduling conflicts. The band has targeted Saturday, January 21, to treat fans to its celebration of all things […]
Live Review and Photo Gallery: Andrew Bird with My Brightest Diamond at Fourth Presbyterian Church ⢠Chicago
Andrew Bird with special guest My Brightest Diamond Gezelligheid concert at Fourth Presbyterian Church, Chicago, IL Wednesday, December 14, 2022 Review and photos by Jeff Elbel Absent since 2019, Andrew Birdâs seasonal Gezelligheid concerts returned in grand style this year. The homecoming event sold out a series of seven nights at the stately setting of […]
Advertiser Message: Taylor Guitars Find Your Fit at Tobias Music ⢠Downers Grove
Itâs back! Taylor Guitars Find Your Fit returns to Tobias Music Friday, December 2nd, from 7-9 pm – if youâre in the market for a quality acoustic guitar, donât miss this event. Special once-a-year pricing will be offeredâŚan all-day Find Your Fit event follows on Saturday… Taylor Guitars Holiday âFind Your Fitâ Sales Event Weekend. […]
Live Review and Photo Gallery: Suede and Manic Street Preachers at Auditorium Theatre ⢠Chicago
Suede and Manic Street Preachers Wednesday, November 16, 2022 Auditorium Theatre Chicago, Il Review by Jeff Elbel. Photos by Curt Baran. Despite careers spanning decades and ample respect among music fans in the know, British glam-rock innovators Suede and sociopolitical firebrands Manic Street Preachers are not household names in the United States. These facts were […]
Stage Buzz: AFI, MĂĽneskin. Lorna Shore
Though theyâve been around for 30 years, punk rock icons AFI know how to keep things fresh. Not ones to shy away from reinvention, their sound spans multiple genres from gothic punk to dance electronic and, of course, good ol punk rock. After previously postponing the tour due to COVID, AFI is finally bringing […]
Stage Buzz: Jake Scott, Loathe, Big Suit, Blackpink, Paramore
After a five-year hiatus, iconic alt-rock stalwarts Paramore are back with a vengeance. The band has embarked on their first tour since 2018 in preparation for their upcoming 6th studio album, This is Why. The albumâs September released title track suggests a defiant clap-back thematically reminiscent of their pop-punk roots with a modern groove. […]
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