Stage Buzz
Stage Buzz: Pearl Jam, Taste of Chicago, Cake
Pearl Jam is one of the most acclaimed and outspoken survivors from Seattle’s grunge rock era. With songs dealing with difficult topics, such as loss, self-harm, depression, and loneliness, their music continues to reach listeners far and wide. The iconic band will perform hits spanning their wide catalog during their two-night stint at the […]
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, heās 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 […]
Stage Buzz: Guns N’ Roses, The Offspring, Haunt, Arctic Monkeys
Guns Nā 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 āthe most dangerous band in the world.ā Nearly 40 years after its formation, the band is still going strong and can still pack stadiums […]
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, heās 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 […]
Stage Buzz: Pitchfork Fest, Shawnimal, Sad Summer Fest, Snoop Dogg
Pitchfork Festival returns to Union Park this weekend with another stacked lineup. Catch performances from The Smile, Perfume Genius, Big Thief, King Krule, JPEGMAFIA, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Bon Iver, illuminati hotties, Killer Mike, Alvvays, and more. The fun kicks off Friday, July 21 and wraps up Sunday, July 23. Get tickets and […]
Stage Buzz: Sparks, Savage Master, Traveler, Less Than Jake
When Drake made the bold move from acting to rapping, no one couldāve guessed heād be one of the most prolific rappers of the 21st century. Not only is he among the worldās best-selling artists, but heās also one of the most influential rappers, old and new, taking after him. Before he drops his […]
Stage Buzz: Heavy Chicago Festival at Avondale Hall ā¢ Chicago
Chicagoās Avondale Music Hall will be hosting a brand-new metal festival, Heavy Chicago, over two weekends this fall. Beginning on Saturday, October 28, Chicagoās beloved Trouble will be kicking things off with its first local show in five years. āIt has been far too long since our last Chicago show, but as we all know, […]
Stage Buzz: Between the Buried and Me, Anita Baker, NASCAR Music
Between the Buried and Me are known for their high-concept albums that create thematic sagas within their discography. Their rich storytelling will be on full display when they perform their acclaimed 2012 album The Parallax II: Future Sequence in its entirety this Friday, June 30 at House of Blues. Thank You Scientist and Rivers of […]
Stage Buzz: H.E.R.; Blues on the Fox, Pansy Division, FEAR,
Multi-instrumentalist/singer/songwriter H.E.R. has numerous accolades to her name. 25 Grammy nominations with five wins, an Academy Award, and an Emmy. And sheās only 25 years old. Now, the singer brings her passion and heart-wrenching soul to the Chicago Theatre for a sold out show this Thursday, June 15 at 8 PM. Taste of Randolph returns […]
Stage Buzz: The Sisters of Mercy, Love and Rockets, The Cure, Martin Barre
Hailing from Leeds, The Sisters of Mercy helped spawn the goth rock movement of the 1980s, even if they shun the āgothā label. Frontman Andrew Eldritch remains an icon with his brooding attitude, menacing stance, and unmistakable melodic baritone vocals. Though they havenāt released a new album since 1990ās Vision Thing, the band […]
Stage Buzz Q&A: Ultra Q at Metro ā¢ Chicago
When Jakob Armstrong decided to end Mt. Eddy, the band he formed in high school with brothers Enzo and Chris Malaspina, later joined by Kevin Judd, and regroup as Ultra Q, he wasnāt sure if it was the right thing to do. Weeks away from the release of Ultra Qās debut album, he still […]
Stage Buzz: Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Do Division Fest, Legions of Metal
Yeah Yeah Yeahs made a triumphant return last year with their album Cool It Down, their first in nine years. Karen O and co. will play cuts from their latest release along with classics and fan favorites this weekend when they perform at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island on Thursday, June 1 at […]
Stage Buzz: Helloween, Seal, NKOTP Blockfest, Adelitas Way
German metal legends Helloween, recently inducted into the Heavy Metal Hall of Fame in New York, come to the Riviera Theatre on Friday, 5/26. Their debut albumĀ Walls of Jericho,Ā has stood theĀ test of time as one the greatest speed metal debuts ever. Ā Helloween is touring with metal stalwarts Hammerfall – making this tour one of […]
Stage Buzz: Enter Shakari, Cecy Santana, The Flaming Lips, Blink-182
Lotus KingsĀ vocalist Cecy Santana and Deacon Productions’Ā Steven Kikoen (Deacon Blues, Abbey Road, and Prognosis) team up Thursday, May 4, at Adorn Chicago (with Luiz Ewerling, Brazilian percussion) and Friday, May 5th, (at Endiro Coffee in Aurora with guest Megan Thomas on percussion) serving up a heaping celebration of Cinco De Mayo music. To celebrate […]
Stage Buzz: The Interrupters, August Burns Red, The String Cheese Incident
The String Cheese Incident remains one of Americaās most significant independent bands. Theyāve been making their own rules for the past 30 years and show no signs of stopping any time soon. Everything from their marketing to the eclectic sound is done on their own terms, and itās paid off. Though they havenāt released a […]
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