The Kills Jam Out at the House of Vans
The House of Vans has been open for just over a year, yet they’ve put on some of the most exciting and unique events in Chicago. Combining local art, sick […]
Review: Sunflower Bean Brought Space Cowboy Vibes to Lincoln Hall
On a busy Friday night, Lincoln Hall isn’t too filled for an interesting three-band bill compiled of Rookie, Dream Wife, and Sunflower Bean. With each band offering something different, it’s hard to imagine such […]
Review: The Sea and Cake Share Any Day with Empty Bottle
The Sea and Cake are currently on tour in support of their newest album, Any Day, released on May 11 on Thrill Jockey Records. The Chicago music veterans invited the […]
Review: Chicago Celebrates Deeper’s Album Release at the Empty Bottle
The Empty Bottle saw a lot of bottles emptied last Friday. The night wasn’t just a concert; it was a celebration. Local DIY band staple Deeper played their debut album […]
Review: Hinds Brought a Party to Lincoln Hall
When I think Hinds in Chicago, a few words pop in my head. Party, moshing, crowd surf, Twin Peaks, madhouse, and fun barely scratch the surface. These are just some […]
Review: Marian Hill Emphasized Dancing and Good Times at Metro
[soliloquy id=”27843″] With the amount of pure energy and sound exuding from Marian Hill, it’s easy to forget that the group is actually just a two-person project. But numbers mean little to the duo, who […]
Review: Spaceface’s Schubas Set Was a Wonderful Psychedelic Daydream
[soliloquy id=”27627″] Formed in 2011, Spaceface are ushering in a new dawn of psychedelic pop. A member of the Flaming Lips, frontman Jake Ingalls is no stranger to the psych […]
Review: Speedy Ortiz, didi, & Nnamdi Ogbonnaya Rocked Subterranean
Straight up rock shows aren’t hard to come by, but ones that are as fun as they are chill are nearly impossible. Sure, the moshing is great and all, but […]
Album Review: Trampled by Turtles’ Life is Good on the Open Road is Varied, Thoughtful
Duluth bluegrass sextet Trampled By Turtles will play back-to-back sold out nights at Thalia Hall this weekend, May 19th & 20th. The band’s timely visit provides fans the opportunity to […]
Review: Frankie Cosmos Sells Out Lincoln Hall; Florist Creates a “Mind Palace”
At Frankie Cosmos’ sold out all-ages show at Lincoln Hall this Monday, things were prompt. Running from the corporate office to cook dinner to get there before 7:30 p.m. was […]
Album Review: The Sea and Cake Set Sail in A New Direction with Any Day
The Sea and Cake return with their 11th full length release, Any Day, following 2012’s Runner. After the departure of bassist Eric Claridge, the newfound trio have crafted a beautiful, […]
Review: Jorja Smith and Ama Lou Brought Magnificent Performances to Thalia Hall
Every time that Jorja Smith has come to Chicago I’ve have been lucky enough to see her. Her Chicago debut at Schubas showed that she was an excellent performer with […]