Tag: Ashley Perez Hollingsworth
Stage Buzz: Our Lady Peace, Teenage Bottlerocket, Sheila E
Canadian alternative rockers Our Lady Peace aren’t afraid of taking risks. Their tenth album Spiritual Machines 2 is not only a sequel to their art-rock concept album Spiritual Machines, but it was also initially released as an NFT, which also led to a successful multi-media tour. Now, you can catch the band’s “The Wonderful […]
Stage Buzz: Wynton Marsalis, Couch, Anthrax with Black Label Society
Chicago blues legend Buddy Guy continues his annual January residency with friends and peers at his club Buddy Guy’s Legends. Thursday (Jan. 26), he performs with special guest Mzz Reese; Friday (Jan. 27), you can see him with Sheryl Youngblood; and Saturday, he performs a sold-out show with Nublu Band featuring Carlise Guy. He’ll […]
Stage Buzz: Tomorrow Never Knows Fest, Buddy Guy, Future
If your New Year’s resolution is to listen to more local bands, then look no further than Tomorrow Never Knows. For nearly 20 years, the festival put together by Lincoln Hall, and Schubas has been featuring the best local artists alongside acclaimed national acts, including musicians and comedians. This year’s edition kicks off this […]
Stage Buzz: AFI, MĂĄneskin. Lorna Shore
Though they’ve 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 album’s September released title track suggests a defiant clap-back thematically reminiscent of their pop-punk roots with a modern groove. […]
Stage Buzz: Judas Priest, Panic! at the Disco, Kevin Morby, Smithereens
You can’t think of heavy metal without thinking of the icons Judas Priest. The band has been “Breaking the Law” since the 1970s and has become one of the most successful metal acts in years since thanks to hits like “You’ve Got Another Thing Coming,” “Living After Midnight,” and “Painkiller.” Now, these titans of metal […]
Live Recap: Muse at Riviera Theatre • Chicago
Muse Rivera Theatre Chicago, IL October 11, 2022 Live Review by Ashley Perez Hollingsworth Muse is accustomed to filling up arenas and stadiums whenever they tour. So, when they change gears and play the rare theater show, you know it’s going to be something special. Touring in support of their new album, Will […]
Stage Buzz: Palaye Royal, Harry Styles, B-52s, Michael Schenker
Take a dash of The Rolling Stones, add a pinch of David Bowie, mix in a dash of Small Faces and a hint of My Chemical Romance and you’ve got Palaye Royale. They fuse their love of brit-pop, glam rock, and art rock to create a style they dub as “fashion-art rock.” Their infectious […]
Stage Buzz: Spiritualized, Alkaline Trio, The Dead Daisies, Panic! at the Disco
In a short number of years, Post Malone went from an unknown rapper to a music superstar. Now, the singer will bring his unique blend of rap, rock, metal, and pop to the United Center as part of his “Twelve Carat Tour” this Wednesday, September 14, at 8 PM. Tickets. Jason Pierce and […]
Stage Buzz: Blues on The Fox, Adam Melchor, Flogging Molly, Bayside
Don’t miss The Chicks at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, IL, this Wednesday, June 15, at 7:30 PM. Get tickets here. Bayside performs at Concord Music Hall with Thrice and Anxious on Wednesday, June 15. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Tickets are available here. Iconic duo ’80s and ’90s Tears for Fears bring […]
Stage Buzz: Midnight Oil, Blues And Brews, Sumo Cyco, Chicago Blues Fest, Lita Ford
T-Pain, along with special guests Erica Banks, Young Cash, and Mason Dane, will perform at the House of Blues on Wednesday, June 8. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Tickets are on sale here. Cane Hill swings by Reggie’s Rock Club as part of “The Krewe Due Sang Tour” on Wednesday, June 8. Doors open at […]
Cover Story: PUP • “Finding Balance”
Everyone remembers where they were in March 2020. Toronto punks PUP just started their spring tour, when suddenly they were told to pack it up and go home. Instead of spending their nights playing to fervent fans around the world, they were sitting on their couches trying to fend off boredom. Frontman Stefan Babcock couldn’t […]
Stage Buzz: Ho99o9, Mastodon, Charlie XCX, Kurt Vile and the Violators, Disclosure
Hip hop/punk rock group Ho99o9 and N8NOFACE will bring their chaotic show to Subterranean this Tuesday, April 26th. Doors open at 7 PM. You can still get tickets here. Don’t miss Mastodon at the Riviera Theatre with Opeth this Thursday, April 28th at 7 PM. Find tickets here. John Mayer brings his Sob Rock […]
Stage Buzz Feature: Biffy Clyro
Scottish heavy rockers Biffy Clyro are set to return to North American shores for their first US tour since 2017. It doesn’t sound like a long stretch of time, but the constant delays, cancellations, and uncertainties that came with COVID make it feel like an eternity. The band is thrilled to open the tour in […]
Gallery and Recap: PUP at The Riviera Theatre • Chicago
PUP Riviera Theatre Chicago, IL April 3rd, 2021 Recap by Ashley Perez Hollingsworth Photos by Curt Baran After two long years, PUP made their triumphant return to Chicago on Sunday night for their sold-out show at The Riviera Theatre. Playing one of their largest headline shows so far, the night was not only a celebration […]
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