Stage Buzz
Stage Buzz: Hatsune Miku, Sleep Token, Megan Thee Stallion, Saxon
Hatsune Miku is the worldās biggest virtual idol. Sheās the OG hologram hitting the scene before Tupac and Michael Jackson. And though sheās just a Vocaloid, she remains one of Japanās most successful exports. Mikuās world concert tour series, Hatsune Miku Expo, celebrates its 10th anniversary this year and rolls into Chicago for a sold-out […]
Skating Polly, Craig David, John Oates
For the past six decades, John Oates made up one-half of the soul duo Hall & Oates. The singer/songwriter broke out on his own for his debut solo album Phunk Shui in 2002. Now, he returns with a new solo album, Reunion, and a supporting tour. John Oates will play a sold-out show with […]
Stage Buzz: Creeper, Puscifer, A Perfect Circle, Primus
With over 50 million records sold worldwide, a rebellious drive, and one of the most distinctive voices in metal, it’s no wonder that Judas Priest are legends. Though the metal titans keep pumping out new music, with their latest Invincible Shield, dropping earlier this year, they’ll always be known for classic songs like “Breaking the […]
Stage Buzz: Legions of Metal at Reggies ā¢ Chicago
Legions of Metal Festival Friday, May 3, and Saturday, May 4 Reggies Chicago, IL By Kelley Simms (Feature photo Hirax by Anne De Pena) A revered Chicago metal tradition continues to thrive under its new name with this yearās two-day/two-room (Reggies Rock Club and Music Joint) music festival. Legions of Metal originally began as Ragnarokkr […]
Stage Buzz: Judas Priest at Rosemont Theatre ā¢ Rosemont
After an impressive five-decades-long career, British heavy metal pioneers Judas Priest show no signs of slowing down with the release of their highly acclaimed 19th new studio album, Invincible Shield. On 14 super-charged tracks, Priest delivers the indisputable, classic heavy metal sound that hearkens back to the bandās heyday.Ā While some legacy bands […]
Stage Buzz: Stabbing Westward, Hawtorne Heights, Cypress Hill
Cypress Hill is the hip-hop group that brought us classic gems like āInsane in the Brainā and āThe Phuncky Feel One.ā Known for their blend of hip hop, gangsta rap, rock, and psychedelic, the band has sold over 20 million albums worldwide and became the first hip hop to have a star on the Hollywood […]
Stage Buzz: The Black Crowes, Maggie Rogers, Waxahatchee
30 years ago, The Black Crowes, led by brothers Chris and Rich Robinson, found critical and fan acclaim with their debut album Shake Your Money Maker. Its raw sound and fusion of Southern rock and blues made it a success with it peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard 200. Numerous breakups and reunions […]
Stage Buzz: Savage Master, Drowning Pool, Beach Fossils
Celebrating the ten-year anniversary (and reissue) of their debut album Mask of The Devil, Louisvilleās Savage Master mixes a unique blend of early ā80s metal infused with their love of bondage masks and horror movies. they arrive at Reggies Wednesday April 3. Openers include acclaimed Swedish headbangers Screamer and Blood Star. Tickets are still available. […]
Stage Buzz: Matt Maltese, The 69 Eyes, Steve Hackett, Bad Bunny
Bad Bunny is known as the āKing of Latin Trapā and after taking a few years to explore and expand his sound, heās returning to his Latin Trap roots on latest album Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar MaƱana. Get ready for night full of dancing when the rapper performs three nights at the […]
Stage Buzz: Chelsea Wolfe, Mitski, Health, Buried and Me
Singer/songwriter Chelsea Wolfe invents her own musical hybrids. Throughout her career, she has fused together folk, doom metal, goth rock, industrial, experimental music, and noise rock to create a sound thatās truly her own. But the one thing that never changes is how entrancing and haunting her songs are. See Wolfe in action at […]
K.K.’s Priest, KMFDM, Ministry, Alkaline Trio, Olivia Rodrigo
Industrial pioneer’s Ministry has been threatening to split up many times throughout their careers. Their latest album, HOPIUMFORTHEMASSES, is supposed to be their last, but as fans know, frontman Al Jourgensen isnāt shy about changing his mind. Either way, you wonāt want to miss Ministry in action when they play Aragon Ballroom this […]
Stage Buzz: Wilmette, Porno For Pyros, Big Suit, Static-X
Chicago five-pieceĀ WilmetteĀ is returning to its hometown to help its friends Ghoul For a Goblin celebrate the release of its debut album,Ā You Know Youāll Still Find Me There. Bottom Bracket and Supercorp join as support. The party starts on Friday, February 23, at Cobra Lounge at 7 PM. Itās gonna be a night of great […]
Stage Buzz: Andre 3000, Laura Jane Grace, Veil of Maya
If you missed out on Andre 3000ās sold-out show at Thalia Hall, youāre in luck. The former Outkast member will perform three more shows this week: a sold-out show at Salt Shed on Tuesday, February 13 , and two performances at Garfield Park Conservatory on Thursday, February 15, at 7 PM and 9 PM.Ā Tickets […]
Stage Buzz: Living Color, Escuela Grind, Escuela Grind
Living Colour broke genre and racial barriers with their debut album, Vivid, in 1988. The funk metal band fused their love of jazz and hip hop with hardcore and punk to create their vibrant sound. Along with their bold sound came brutally honest lyrics ranging from the personal to the political, including commentary on […]
Stage Buzz: Black Pumas, Story Of The Year, Lucius
Taking the roots of R&B and injecting it with a heavy dose of soul, a dash of folk, and a good amount of psychedelia, Black Pumas turned heads when they dropped their debut self-titled album in 2019. It also earned them a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist in 2020. On their latest record, […]
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