Ian’s Party, 2017, Showcases Chicago’s Underground
To begin, an embarrassing admission: this was my first ever Ian’s Party. I’ve seen the stacked lineups every year for…
TCR Mixtape No. 13: Best of 2016
2016 has been quite the tumultuous year, however, luckily the music has remained as stellar as ever. The Third Coast…
Lili K. in Conversation: “Magic” and More
I met Lili K. in perhaps the most wonderful interview spot yet; a cupcake shop blaring ’80s music from…
Christine and the Queens at the Vic Theatre: Héloïse Letissier Boasts Her Inner Man
A Tuesday night at the Vic Theatre, not quite packed, but close enough, and Christine and the Queens is beginning…
Third Coast Mixtape No. 4: Search and Destroy
Hey, gang. Music writer Chris Zois is here to introduce you to the fourth installment of our Third Coast Review…
Third Coast Mixtape No. 3: Synths and Smooth Grooves
Welcome to the third installment of our Third Coast Review Mixtape series. This time around I, you calendar curator and Music…
The Hideout 20-Year Reunion in Review
I meandered through an industrial area along the North Branch of the Chicago River, past factories and the latest small businesses, only to…
Third Coast Mixtape No. 2: Editor’s Choice
The second installment of our TCR Mixtape series is ready to be listened to. I’ve curated this week’s playlist with…
A Conversation with Andrew Bird: Crafting Music and Chicago Memories
It’s not every day you get to speak to one of your favorite musicians, and when that day comes, narrowing…
Third Coast Mixtape No. 1: Our First Playlist, Featuring Recent Releases
If you’re looking to discover new music curated directly by the Third Coast Review team, we’ve got you covered. We’re…
Concert Preview: Nest at Schubas Tavern
Nest lead vocalist Stephanie Maieritsch walked over to me, wearing the friendliest smile I’ve ever seen, as I waited in…
Album Review: Tides by Ballroom Boxer
Have you ever felt like popular music has gotten too complex? Are you a bit tired of seeing a band…
