I’m a big fan of fast, hardcore music, but sometimes you need to slow it down, and sludge metal and noise rock really are the pinnacle. Distorted guitars, nihilistic vocals, […]
Wednesday’s installment of the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts featured the Chicago introduction of the Hessler Duo. Taiwanese-American Violinist Yun-Ting Lee and Korean pianist Youn-Jung Cha met at the Cleveland […]
If you’re keeping up with those “Best of 2019” lists, you’re likely no stranger to Nilüfer Yanya. The British singer-songwriter shook the music scene with the much-anticipated release of her […]
The fourth annual Thirsty Ears Festival 2019, Chicago’s only street fair centered on classical music, takes place this Saturday and Sunday on Wilson between Hermitage and Ravenswood. Hosted by Access […]
But it is also clear that Artistic Director (and Conductor) Carlos Kalmar has an abiding appreciation for American and Russian composers. Sometimes they will end up on the same program, […]
With over two decades and nine albums under their belt, it’s no surprise that Death Cab for Cutie’s fan base came out in droves for their show at Metro. The […]
A few months ago I had the opportunity to see Anderson .Paak in a huge venue with a bright and expansive stage setup that was easily one of the more […]
It’s hard to put my finger on what initially drew me to Roxy Music. It’s possible that it was the dramatic, campy album artwork I’d find in record stores or […]
Chinese pianist Huiping Cai gave a resounding recital of a varied program at the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts on Wednesday afternoon. Produced by the International Music Foundation, these free […]
Aweful is one of those bands you see around town and think to yourself, haven’t I seen these people in a million other good bands? And what exactly is it […]
The Marías invited us to join their cult last Friday at Thalia Hall. To give you a glimpse: During the encore, drummer Josh Conway lured the entire audience to get […]
Rain got the final day of Pitchfork Music Festival off to a slow start, unfortunately canceling Dreezy’s opening spot at the fest. Once the heavy clouds departed, the muddy grounds […]