CHIRP Record Fair returns to Plumbers Hall in Chicago on April 14
If you love physical media in all its forms you are going to want to head over to Plumbers Hall (1340 W. Washington, Chicago) on Saturday, April 14 for the […]
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Q&A Interview: Mindi Abair discusses genre, inspirations & women empowerment
Two-time Grammy-nominated singer and saxophonist Mindi Abair has dazzled audiences for decades with her blend of blues, soul, rock and jazz. Her command over her instrument combined with her dynamic […]
Lollapalooza 2018 announces daily lineups & single day tickets
Last week, Lollapalooza organizers revealed the 2018 lineup for the Chicago-based music festival extravaganza. Now, with the announcement of today’s daily lineups, we know when the 170+ bands will perform […]
Sklar Brothers to release comedic audio documentary ‘Sklars and Stripes’ in April
Randy and Jason Sklar, collectively known as the Sklar Brothers, have just announced their latest project, Sklars and Stripes. The new long-form audio documentary is slated for release on Audible […]
Lollapalooza 2018 enlists Jack White, Arctic Monkeys, Bruno Mars & more
Lollapalooza 2018 is fast approaching and has, thus, just announced this year’s long-awaited lineup. Among the festival headliners are Jack White, Arctic Monkeys and Bruno Mars. This year’s Lolla will […]
Q&A Interview: Eryn talks songwriting and her new EP ‘Lady E’
Eryn Shewell aka Eryn is a New Jersey-based blues and soul singer-guitarist with a retropop twist. Originally hailing from Maryland, she began performing publicly in her early teens and has […]
Lauryn Hill, War on Drugs, Blood Orange & more set for Pitchfork 2018
Pitchfork has officially announced the lineup for its 2018 festival rendition, offering fans of live music an eclectic spread of genre, style and sounds. Among those performing at the Union […]
Photos: The Eagles and JD & the Straight Shot rock the United Center
A “Peaceful Easy Feeling” coursed throughout the United Center on Wednesday, March 14 as Chicago rock fans were treated to an evening of endlessly enjoyable music, compliments of one of […]
JD & The Straight Shot to join the Eagles at Chicago’s United Center
On March 14, the Eagles will take over Chicago’s United Center for a night of hits and harmonies that surely will not disappoint. Warming things up for the legendary six-time […]
Adam Cayton-Holland to release new comedy album later this month
Denver-based comedian Adam Cayton-Holland has just announced plans to release a new comedy album later this month. Adam Cayton-Holland Performs His Signature Bits debuts on Mar. 23. Cayton-Holland discusses a […]
Vans Warped Tour reveals its 2018 lineup
Vans Warped Tour appears to be going out with a bang as organizers have just dropped a mammoth lineup for this year’s event (the last of its kind), featuring an […]
The Darkness to kick-off North American Tour De Prance leg this March
Following the release of their fifth studio album Pinewood Smile last year, The Darkness is heading across North America on a continental adventure known as the Tour De Prance. Hard […]
Jack White, QOTSA, David Byrne & more tapped for Beale Street Music Festival 2018
It’s almost time for Memphis’ legendary Beale Street Music Festival. Slated for May 4-6, this year’s event recently announced its 2018 lineup, which includes performances by Jack White, Erykah Badu, […]
The 2018 ‘On Cinema Oscar Special’ premieres live on March 4
On Cinema at the Cinema is returning for its yearly “Oscar Special,” which is slated to coincide with the 90th Academy Awards celebration on Mar. 4. Host Tim Heidecker, joined […]
Jon Stewart, Amy Schumer, Trevor Noah to headline Clusterfest 2018 lineup
Clusterfest is coming back in a big way. The second incarnation of the San Francisco comedy festival event has just released its 2018 lineup, featuring headlining performances by Jon Stewart, […]
Jena Friedman examines tough topics with ‘Soft Focus’
Jena Friedman has never been one to shy away from tough conversations. From her stand-up special American C*** to her time at The Daily Show, the comedian often applies a […]
Bon Iver, The National, David Byrne top 2018 Sasquatch Festival lineup
Sasquatch Music Festival has announced its 2018 lineup and it appears to be pretty sweet. Check out the official lineup announcement video below, confirming this year’s headliners Bon Iver, The […]
Bonnaroo releases daily lineup for 2018 festival
Just as the excitement of this year’s Bonnaroo lineup (announced back in January) has begun to wear off, festival organizers have released the daily artist breakdown. Muse will headline Friday, […]
Watch the trailer for Bob Dylan’s ‘Trouble No More’ premiering this month on Cinemax
Bob Dylan is at the center of a new musical film premiering on Cinemax later this month. Watch the trailer for the film, Trouble No More, above. Trouble No More […]
Review: Local H goes global with ‘Live in Europe’
Chicago’s favorite duo Local H is taking the world by storm with their latest release Live in Europe, which drops on Feb. 6. Recorded during their international Dead To the […]
Ali Siddiq’s stand-up special debut hits Comedy Central later this month
Later this month, comedian Ali Siddiq will premiere his very first hour-long special on Comedy Central. Ali Siddiq: It’s Bigger Than These Bars will make its debut Friday, Feb. 23 […]
Tig Notaro, David Cross & more top Moontower Comedy Festival’s 2018 lineup
The seventh rendition of Moontower Comedy Festival officially has its headliners. Among those topping the bill are Tig Notaro, David Cross, Jo Koy, Nikki Glaser Ali Siddiq and the Shmanners […]
Clusterfest 2018 dates and presale tickets announced
Comedy Central has just announced the return of Clusterfest. The San Francisco, CA-based comedy and music festival is scheduled to take place on June 1-3 with presale tickets going on […]
Anthony Jeselnik to kick-off Funny Games World Tour this February
Comedian Anthony Jeselnik has announced plans to hit the road for a sprawling series of performances dubbed the Funny Games World Tour. Beginning on Feb. 22 in Red Bank, NJ, […]