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 […]
Unknown Mortal Orchestra at The Vic Was an Artistic Masterpiece
[soliloquy id=”27100″] Photos by Elif Geris A bombastic bass and soaring guitar riffs, along with a blinding color wheel of lights, accompanied Unknown Mortal Orchestra at The Vic Theatre Thursday […]
NoMBe Relaxes Wicker Park at Chop Shop
[soliloquy id=”26590″] NoMBe brought relaxing and catchy melodies to Wicker Park’s Chop Shop Wednesday, with his LA crew. Noah McBeth introduced himself a few songs through his set, and included […]
The Bones of JR Jones Brings Excitement to Sunday at Schubas Tavern
Entering the venue for a concert performed by a one-man blues band is a curious experience. Expectations are not certain, but stage presence will be key. Jonathon Linaberry, otherwise known […]
Billie Eilish Sells out Lincoln Hall, and She’s Only 16
Lincoln Hall is not a massive venue, but it’s still a huge deal to sell it out. It’s even a bigger deal to do so when you’re still in high […]
Jonathon Linaberry Will Be The Bones of JR Jones at Schubas Tavern Sunday
Jonathon Linaberry, otherwise known as The Bones of JR Jones, doesn’t get to explore the cities he tours much just yet. But he’ll be in Chicago for just under two […]
Daylight Disco Brings Dance Parties to Cerise Rooftop This Summer!
No matter what the current temperature says, summertime is just around the corner. That means the rooftop parties are on their way and they don’t get much better than React […]
Wolf Alice Keeps Grunge Going at the Metro
In a world of typical radio rock and pop hits, it’s refreshing to go to a real grunge show. Add a kickass frontwoman, and you’ve got Wolf Alice, a four-piece […]
Evanston SPACE Celebrates a Decade of Concerts with Out of Space
There are certain venues that hold a special place in my heart. SPACE in Evanston is one of those. I still remember the first time I walked into the venue […]
The B-52’s Reimagined in Cindy Wilson’s Change
On Valentine’s Day, 1976, Cindy Wilson met her future husband Keith Bennett, and performed in her first B-52’s show. Her band mates were fellow Athens, GA, denizens Kate Pierson (vocals, […]
David Hidalgo and Marc Ribot’s Intimate Show at Old Town School of Folk
Midway through their show at Old Town School of Folk, Marc Ribot turned to the audience, gestured to David Hidalgo, and said, “If it seems like we’re just two guys […]