Music notes: Live the 'Glory Days' with Bruce at United Center
<h3 class="briefHead">Chicago and 'The Boss'</h3>
Bruce Springsteen, arguably the king of heartland rock, has captured the struggle and spirit of the everyman since taking the stage with his hard-driving flavor of music in the early '70s. His outspoken yet pensive rock, equally perfect for a night around a campfire with friends or driving along a lonely stretch of highway, has undoubtedly influenced many musicians along the way. Springsteen and the E Street Band bring "The River Tour" to Chicago's United Center for a Sunday night performance, featuring a lottery for a chance to move to the forward barricade area closest to the stage. See unitedcenter.com for details. 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, at the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago. $55-$150. (800) 745-3000 or unitedcenter.com.
<h3 class="briefHead">Rock on the river</h3>
Chicago's big summer music festival season is starting to wind down some (the upcoming North Coast and Riot Fest notwithstanding), but it's still pretty easy to find a full day of good tunes. The MoonLit Rock Showcase takes over the riverside Estate Ultra Bar Saturday with a lineup of rock, punk and alternative bands spanning the city and the suburbs, featuring The Disappointments, Werewolves at Hour 30, The Cell Phones, Chyomin, Martian Agriculture, Gallery-81, Squared Off and more. Two stages give you some breathing room; be sure to head up to the rooftop stage, where you can take in some views of the water and Chicago's skyline while enjoying the music. 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, to 3 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, at Estate Ultra Bar, 1177 N. Elston Ave., Chicago. $20; VIP packages also available. (312) 523-4296 or events.wamilive.com.
<h3 class="briefHead">Seal with a 'Kiss'</h3>
Seal's 1991 hit "Crazy" put the London-born singer in the international spotlight. It wasn't until 1995, though, when his "Kiss From a Rose" was featured on the soundtrack for that year's "Batman Forever" flick, that he came into prominence on American airwaves, earning him Grammy Awards for Record of the Year and Song of the Year in 1996. Catch Seal when he plays these (and more recent songs) at Ravinia. 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, at Ravinia Festival, 200 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park. $38-$130. (847) 266-5100 or ravinia.org.
<h3 class="briefHead">Upcoming concerts</h3>
Brass Transit: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, Lakeside Pavilion at the McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Jazz-rock; tribute to legendary 1970s band Chicago. Fireworks follow concert. In the case of inclement weather, concert will move indoors to the Belushi Performance Hall. Concessions available for purchase on site. Free. (630) 942-4000 or atthemac.org.
Get The Led Out: The American Led Zeppelin: 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway St., Aurora. Rock; tribute to legendary band Led Zeppelin. Gates open at 7 p.m. $15. (630) 896-6666 or riveredgeaurora.com.
New York Bee Gees with Rainere Martin as Donna Summer (tribute show): 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, Arcada Theatre, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles. Disco, pop and more; a Bee Gees tribute show. $25-$59. (630) 962-7000 or arcadalive.com.
Too White Crew: 10:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, Joe's Live, 5441 Park Place, Rosemont. Tribute to the golden era of hip-hop featuring '80s and '90s covers. $10. For ages 21 and older. (847) 261-0392 or joesliverosemont.com.
Laurie Berkner: Noon Saturday, Aug. 27, pavilion at Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. Kids' concert. $15. Lawn seats $5. (847) 266-5100 or ravinia.org.
Northwest Concert Band: 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Classical, marches, Broadway tunes, pop, rock, jazz and more. Free with paid $10 parking fee. Guests are welcome to bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating. cantigny.org.
Harry Garner Blues Band: 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, Harlem Avenue Lounge, 3701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn. Blues. $6. (708) 484-3610 or harlemavenuelounge.com.
Seal: 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, pavilion at Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. $95-$130. Lawn $38-$43. (847) 266-5100 or ravinia.org.
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band: 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago. Rock. $55-$150. Lottery offered for general admission ticketholders, allowing them the random chance to enter the forward barricade area on the floor, closest to the stage. On day of show, sequentially numbered wristbands will be distributed from 2 to 5 p.m. at Gate 5. Patrons must be present and in possession of their general admission ticket to receive a wristband. One wristband per guest will be issued. A starting number will be picked randomly at 5 p.m. Patrons who receive a wristband may leave the premises; must return by 5 p.m. Visit ticketmaster.com or unitedcenter.com.
Capannari's Acoustic Tuesday Concert: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, Capannari Ice Cream, 10 S. Pine St., Mount Prospect. (847) 392-2277 or capannaris.com.
The Railers and Walker McGuire at "Country in the Park": 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, MB Financial Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Free. Food and beverage tents on the park's great lawn. rosemont.com.
Libido Funk Circus: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, Warrenville Public Library District, 28W751 Stafford Place, Warrenville. Disco and dance hits of the 1970s, along with rock tunes from the last 40 years. Free. Picnics welcome. No alcohol is permitted. (630) 393-1171 or warrenville.com.
Fifth Harmony, with Jo-Jo, Jake Miller, Victoria Monet: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, First Merit Pavilion at Northerly Island, 1300 S. Lynn White Drive, Chicago. $19.95-$79.95. (312) 540-2668 or livenation.com.
Keith Harkin: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, McGonigal's Pub, 105 S. Cook St., Barrington. Acoustic. (847) 277-7400 or mcgonigalspub.com.
Information is provided by entertainment venues. Check with venue before purchasing a ticket. For more concert listings, visit dailyherald.com/calendar.