Sept 16 – 18, 2016 Riotfest Chicago presented 127 bands on six stages plus punk-centric merchandise, a circus sideshow, a ferris wheel, local foods, VIP areas and lots of craft beer. Not to mention pre-event shows, and after shows throughout the city by the participating live music clubs; Concord Music Hall, Cobra Lounge, Bottom Lounge, Double Door and Reggies. The music schedule was so… Continue reading Riot Fest & Carnival Chicago 2016
Between three main stages, a dome-venue plus two silent discos, the event boasts 88 live music performances ranging from bluegrass and jam bands to EDM and hip hop. Adding to the festival spirit are the numerous large scale art installations, live graffiti art painting, an art gallery, reasonably priced food, room to spread out and fans costumed for revelry and… Continue reading North Coast Music Festival 2016
Playing a single sold out night, David Crosby was inspired as he has ever been in his recent career. He attributed this to prolifically writing new songs, something uncommon for artists in their twilight years. Excited about his pending October release Lighthouse, he announced that he is also releasing a second CD in early 2017 titled Home Free,… Continue reading An Evening with David Crosby Live in Chicago
As a day of threatening rain gave way to a breezy night on Chicago’s lake front, fans were treated to a perfect night of music under the stars. A co-billing of Counting Crows and Rob Thomas of Matchbox Twenty made for a night of awesome artists first known for their 90s breakaway music and so much more. Spacial… Continue reading The Counting Crows and Rob Thomas Live in Chicago
Instrumental rock-fusion quartet TAUK are proud to announce new fall tour dates in support of their third studio album, Sir Nebula. The album is slated for release September 16th and features cover art from popular Swedish digital illustrator Kilian Eng. Eng has made a name for himself creating dreamy surrealist art inspired by contemporary science… Continue reading TAUK Announce New 2016 Fall Tour Dates
Shawn Colvin and Steve Earle performed their duet to a nearly-sold out audience at Thalia Hall Friday, August 5 in support of their recently released album, “Colvin and Earle.” They were clearly proud of their accomplishment as they performed all ten songs from the CD plus the three bonus songs from the deluxe edition. “Colvin and Earle” consists of… Continue reading Shawn Colvin and Steve Earle: Fans connect with this unique duo.
America roots-soul music is alive and well if Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats are any indication of this generation’s sensibilities. The Stax recording artist stormed the stage for a 90 minute musical celebration. Starting at midnight after downtown’s Lollapalooza ended for the evening, fans where not necessarily festival goers, but ardent fans. Opening up with the single ‘I Need… Continue reading Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats Live at Thalia Hall
From the moment The Struts hit the stage they were non-stop energy. Coupled with the intimate club settled, the audience was in a near frenzy. Lead singer Luke Spiller, guitarist Adam Slack, bassist Jed Elliott, and drummer Gethin Davies form an on-stage chemistry that is undeniably full of glam rock, guitar swagger and tight musicianship. Luke… Continue reading The Struts Live at Bottom Lounge
The biggest challenge is trying to catch all the acts given 43 live sets of music. However the schedule was an earnest effort to stagger set times allowing fans to catch multiple sets slightly overlapped. Whereas the music of Brain Wilson and The Beach Boys will always be celebrated, and the ensemble sounded great honoring… Continue reading Pitchfork 2016
