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Stage Buzz: Oasis, System of a Down, The Black Parade
Oasis shocked everyone when they reunited earlier this year. The Gallagher brothers achieved legendary status thanks to iconic songs like “Wonderwall” and their constant bickering. With their deadpan style, poignant lyrics, and retro-tinged sound, they became the Kings of Britpop – a title they retain to this day. Oasis brings their highly anticipated reunion tour […]
Live Review: Nine Inch Nails at United Center • Chicago
Nine Inch Nails August 19, 2025 United Center Chicago, IL Reviewed by Ashley Perez-Hollingsworth When Trent Reznor appeared on stage at the United Center on Tuesday night (August 19), he was greeted by ear-shattering screams that quickly turned into silence. The crowd hushed as he sat at his piano. The opening notes of “A Minute […]
Photo Gallery: Volbeat with Halestorm at • Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre • Tinley Park
Volbeat with Halestorm Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre Tinley Park, IL August 22, 2025 Recap and photos by Curt Baran Consummate road dogs Volbeat and Halestorm arrived at Tinley Park’s Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre to wrap up what has essentially amounted to a co-headlining trek through North America. Both bands straddle a sort of netherworld between […]
Stage Buzz: Nine Inch Nails, Coheed and Cambria, Simple Plan
Over the course of three decades, Nine Inch Nails has evolved from a one-man project into a powerhouse of industrial rock. With albums like Pretty Hate Machine, The Downward Spiral, and The Fragile, Trent Reznor touched a raw nerve with critics and fans alike. While Reznor keeps fans on the edge of their seats for new music, […]
Photo Gallery: The Flaming Lips at The Salt Shed • Chicago
The Flaming Lips The Salt Shed Chicago, IL August 16th, 2025 Recap and photos by Curt Baran Mother Nature was determined to spoil the evening. The Flaming Lips said, “Hold my beer!” Severe storms rolled through Chicago’s near West Side this past Saturday night, threatening to shut down a sold-out show at The Salt Shed. […]
Photo Gallery: Billy Idol at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre • Tinley Park
Billy Idol Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre Tinley Park, IL August 14th, 2025 Recap and photos by Curt Baran Billy Idol somehow continues to rage against the dying of the light. Hard living and a serious motorcycle accident should have snuffed him out some time ago, yet here he is, still standing like punk rock’s version […]
Live Review: Cage The Elephant at Salt Shed • Chicago
Cage the Elephant The Salt Shed Chicago, IL Friday, Aug 1, 2025 Review by Jeff Elbel It’s a good season to be a Cage the Elephant fan in Chicago. On Thursday, the band played a standout set during the golden hour of Lollapalooza’s first day. Next month, the band will return to open for Oasis at […]
Feature: The Des Plaines Theatre celebrates 100 Years
The historic Des Plaines Theatre, located at 1476 Miner St. in Des Plaines, IL, celebrates its 100th anniversary on August 9. The century-old venue, initially opened in 1925, was closed for several years. Thankfully, current Arcada Theatre owner Ron Onesti acquired the theater in 2018, and with the help of the City of Des Plaines, […]
Cover Story: Natalie Bergman • Redefining Legacy
Mortality. It’s a real motherfucker. And, sadly, the existential concept of Legacy — as in, how will we be remembered after we’re gone? — Is there nothing you ever considered in your brash, reckless youth, when you’re too busy blazing your own trail to a bright, accomplished future? And when classic Gospel hymns assured us […]
Media: August 2025 • 670 The Score’s David Haugh
For 17 years, David Haugh was a sports columnist for the Chicago Tribune. He has gone on to become the morning co-host at WSCR (The Score) with Mike Mulligan and to host a nightly television show on Chicago Sports Network. He’s a multi-media star now, but before he went into the media, Haugh was an […]
Live Review: Brokeback at Epiphany for the Arts Center • Chicago
Brokeback Epiphany Center for the Arts, Chicago, IL Saturday, July 26, 2025 Review and photos by Jeff Elbel Chicago-based instrumental quartet Brokeback appeared in the upper Sanctuary hall at Epiphany Center on Friday to perform new material, while also celebrating the release of Long Days, Pleasant Nights by their friends in Dark Canyon. When completed, […]
Stage Buzz: Dinosaur Jr., Ghost, TLC, Lollapalooza
Dinosaur Jr. may be one of the most influential alternative bands of the 80s, but don’t call them a legacy act. The band behind alternative mainstays like “Feel the Pain,” “The Wagon,” “Freak Scene,” and “Start Choppin,” keeps on going with their latest album, Sweep it Into Space, released in 2021. Hear their latest and […]
Stage Buzz: Hozier, Wicker Park Fest, The Warning, L.A. Guns
Anyone who claims rock is dead hasn’t heard the fury and fire of rock trio The Warning. Featuring sisters Daniela, Paulina, and Alejandra Velez, the outfit knows how to rock out with their blazing riffs, heavy-hitting attitude, and all-out sonic assault. Their high-energy sound makes rock feel exciting and dangerous, as it should be. Check […]
Live Review: Hung Up on a Dream documentary with Colin Blunstone and Robert Schwartzman • Thalia Hall • Chicago
Hung Up on a Dream documentary with Colin Blunstone and Robert Schwartzman Thalia Hall, Chicago, IL Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Review and photos by Jeff Elbel Rooney frontman Robert Schwartzman welcomed a crowd of Zombies fans to Thalia Hall on Tuesday evening, declaring his own enduring passion for the band. The British Invasion quintet is […]
Live Review: Robin Trower at Copernicus Center • Chicago
Robin Trower Copernicus Center Chicago Friday, July 11, 2025 Review by Jeff Elbel. Photo by Stacey Katsis. Rock and roll survivor Robin Trower may look his age, but he certainly doesn’t behave or play like he’s past his prime. Fit and wiry at 80 years, the guitarist appeared on Friday with his trio at the […]
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