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Stage Buzz: Paradoxx at Brauerhouse ⢠Lombard
Paradoxx Friday, April 7, 2023 Brauerhouse Lombard, IL After four decades, Paradoxx could be considered as esteemed senior statesmen in the Chicago metal scene. Brothers Glen (vocals) and John Dobbs (guitar), formed the band in their parent’s basement in Portage Park [Chiicago] in 1980. Along the way, they added bassist Frank Rotondo, Drummer Jerry […]
Stage Buzz: Depeche Mode, Model/Actriz, Lil Wayne, Deacon Blues
Depeche Mode suffered a devastating loss last year with the passing of co-founding member Andy Fletcher. Now a duo, with a supporting cast – the band is marching forward with their new album Memento Mori and a highly anticipated world tour. The Basildon lads will swing by the United Center for a sold-out show on […]
Live Review and Photo Gallery: Rise Against (Residency) at Metro ⢠Chicago
Rise Against March 30, 31 and April 1 Metro Chicago, IL Review by Jaime deâMedici; Photos by Curt Baran Over the past year, the Metro has welcomed a number of Chicago superstars as part of the venueâs ongoing 40th anniversary celebration. Among them have been The Smashing Pumpkins and Fall Out Boy, with Wilco even […]
Stage Buzz: Night Demon at Reggies ⢠Chicago
Night Demon Reggies, Chicago Thursday, March 30, 2023 Ventura, Californiaâs metal power trio Night Demon is finally returning to Chicago. Itâs been a long six years since they last appeared at Reggies opening for Anvil. Bassist Jarvis Leatherby, guitarist Armand, and drummer Dusty Squires are out in support of their new Century Media release Outsider which hit […]
Live Review: The Church at Thalia Hall ⢠Chicago
The Church Thalia Hall, Chicago, IL Sunday, March 26, 2023 Review by Jeff Elbel Australian psychedelic rockers The Church returned to Chicago following a five-year absence, playing to a full house at the Pilsen neighborhoodâs Thalia Hall on Sunday. A selection of captivating new songs honored the bandâs beloved sound while carrying it […]
Photo Gallery: Maya Hawke at Metro ⢠Chicago
Maya Hawke Metro Chicago, IL March 18, 2023 Recap and photos by Curt Baran Maya Hawke is well on her way to becoming multi-hyphenated. Sheâs best known for her acting roles, specifically her character Robin on the hugely successful  Netflix television series Stranger Things. As the daughter of actors Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman, one […]
Stage Buzz: Fozzy, Quasi, Wilco, Yo La Tengo
Believe it or not, New Edition has been delivering smooth R&B jams for 45 years. With such a long career, the band has experienced its share of highs, lows, breakups, and reunions. New Edition celebrates its legacy with the appropriately named âLegacy Tourâ with Keith Swear and Guy. The tour rolls into Rosemontâs United […]
Stage Buzz: The Wonder Years, Show Me The Body, The Roots
Rotator photo: Show Me the Body (Photo Nick Stehi) When emo band The Wonder Years released their seventh album, The Hum Goes on Forever in 2022, it was a momentous occasion that was a long time coming. Lockdown, COVID precautions, and vinyl shortages caused delays with the record. But the band is finally back […]
Live Review & Photo Gallery: Winery Dogs at Arcada Theatre ⢠St. Charles`
The Winery Dogs The Arcada Theatre, St. Charles, IL Friday, March 10, 2023 Review by Jeff Elbel. Photos by Ed Spinelli. On Friday night, the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles welcomed a full house of faithful hard rockers. Fans were on their feet from the moment that supergroup The Winery Dogs walked onstage. The celebratory […]
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, […]
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