New D.L. Hughley docu-comedy special coming to Comedy Central
Following the success of his bestselling book, How Not to Get Shot and Other Advice from White People, D.L. Hughley is bringing a new one-hour comedy/documentary of the same name […]
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Beck shares ‘Dark Places’ lyric video
Prolific as ever, Beck is gearing up for the release of his fourteenth studio album Hyperspace by sharing another new track off the highly-anticipated LP. “Dark Places” finds the Grammy-winner […]
Photos & Review: Tool annihilates Chicago’s United Center with songs new and old
After waiting over a decade for the release of Tool’s fifth studio album, Fear Inoculum, Chicago fans were treated to a live show like no other when Maynard James Keenan, […]
Photos & Review: Tom Morello brings his one man rock revolution to Chicago’s The Vic Theatre
After melting faces as the co-founder and lead guitarist of Rage Against the Machine, Audioslave, Street Sweeper Social Club and Prophets of Rage along with fighting for revolution, union rights […]
Review: Sleater-Kinney’s center holds strong during Night 2 at Chicago’s Riviera Theatre
Words and guitar were blanketed in thumping drums, dreamy synths, pop melodies and grungy noise rock as Sleater-Kinney performed the second show of a two-night run at the Riviera Theatre […]
Sarah Silverman sets new pilot and stand-up comedy special at HBO
Multi-talented comedian-writer-actress-producer Sarah Silverman is making a triumphant return to HBO. It was announced earlier this week that the two-time Emmy winner has partnered with the network for a new […]
Thom Yorke announces 2020 tour dates in U.S., UK and Europe
Thom Yorke has just announced a new slew of dates on his Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes tour. The new dates, which will see the musician and singer joined by Nigel Godrich […]
Photos & Review: Joanna Newsom mesmerizes during Night 3 at Chicago’s Thalia Hall
You don’t discover the songs of Joanna Newsom on the radio or by listening to curated streaming playlists. Her music finds you, oftentimes when you need it most. Whether through […]
‘Daily Show’ correspondent Michael Kosta lands stand-up special with Comedy Central
Michael Kosta, best known for his work as a correspondent on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, has just landed a new stand-up special with Comedy Central. The network aims […]
The New York Comedy Festival 2019 lineup adds 100+ shows
As if this year’s New York Comedy Festival couldn’t get any better, event organizers have just added another round of 100+ shows to its 2019 lineup. Among the event’s newest […]
Watch the video for Iggy Pop’s ‘Loves Missing’ from his new album ‘Free’
The official music video for Iggy Pop’s “Loves Missing,” from the former Stooge frontman’s new solo LP Free, has just landed. Watch the video for the track in its entirety […]
Janelle James Comedy Festival announces 2019 lineup
The second annual Janelle James Comedy Festival has just announced its initial lineup. Taking place Dec. 5-7, 2019 at The Bell House in Brooklyn, NY, the multi-day event will host […]
Review and Photos: The Black Keys rock out with fans at Chicago’s United Center
After a multi-year hiatus, The Black Keys are back at it, touring across the United States and Canada in support of their latest album, Let’s Rock. The new release, which […]
Damian Marley, Jack Johnson, Win Butler join Miami Beach Pop Festival’s Bob Marley tribute
Miami Beach Pop Festival will make its debut in less than six weeks. That said, event organizers have just announced that Jack Johnson, Arcade Fire’s Win Butler, Nacho and Damian […]
Dave Matthews & Weezer top Innings Festival 2020 lineup
Innings Festival is returning to Tempe, AZ next year for another rendition of its increasingly-popular two-day music extravaganza. Topping the bill for the 2020 event, taking place Feb. 29 – […]
Photos & Recap: Farm Aid 2019 brings great music & a greater message to Alpine Valley
Farm Aid 2019 took over the Alpine Valley Music Theatre in East Troy, WI on Saturday night (Sept. 21), marking the second time the all-day festival has taken place in […]
Jenny Slate’s Netflix special ‘Stage Fright’ to premiere Oct. 22
Saturday Night Live alum Jenny Slate has just announced her first comedy special. The comedian and actress’ debut hour-long, Stage Fright, will premiere on Netflix next month. Slate announced the […]
Dan Soder comedy special to hit HBO this December
Dan Soder is slated to make his HBO stand-up special debut this December. The comedian will tape the forthcoming special at New York City’s Bowery Ballroom on Oct. 23, 2019. […]
The 11 best things we saw at Douglas Park during Riot Fest 2019
In honor of its 15th anniversary, Riot Fest hosted a top tier lineup featuring rarity acts, legends, newcomers and festival favorites in Chicago’s Douglas Park on Sept. 13-15. A few […]
Riot Fest Day 3 Photos & Review: Patti Smith, Against Me!, Bikini Kill & Ween
Sunday (Sept. 15) at Riot Fest was pure musical bliss. The third and final day of the fest, which faced an ongoing threat of rain, ultimately beat the weather, going […]
Recap & Photos: Riot Fest hosts Slayer, Anthrax, Andrew W.K. and more on Saturday (Day 2)
Chicago’s Douglas Park was a crowded house on Saturday (Sept. 14) as hordes of music devotees converged on the grounds for another day of Riot Fest 2019. With over 30 […]
Riot Fest 2019 Friday Photos & Recap: Blink-182, Rancid, Violent Femmes & more
Well, it’s official. Day 1 of Riot Fest 2019 is on the books. And while there was a range of genres scattered across the Douglas Park grounds on Friday (Sept. […]
The Nights We Stole Christmas 2019 lineup: The 1975, 311, Cage The Elephant & more
WKQX will again return this December with another impressive block of rock under the moniker The Nights We Stole Christmas. The concert series’ five-night run, scheduled to go down Dec. […]
Katie Compa’s debut comedy album ‘Hard Pass’ premieres Sept. 13
Comedian Katie Compa will drop her debut comedy album later this week. The album, title Hard Pass, will hit all major digital outlets this Friday. Hard Pass was recorded by […]