W.A.S.P., War Machine at Cubby Bear North

Posted February 22, 2010 10:00 pm

Matt Arado

More than 25 years after emerging from the legendary Los Angeles heavy-metal scene that launched Motley Crue and others, W.A.S.P. continues to rock stages around the country. Singer and guitarist Blackie Lawless, the only remaining member of the group's original lineup, will belt out songs from the group's 2009 release, "Babylon," as well as cuts from the band's long history.

W.A.S.P. performs with War Machine and Hessler at 10 p.m. Thursday, March 4, at Cubby Bear North, 21661 N. Milwaukee, Lincolnshire. $15 in advance, $18 at the door. (847) 541-4700.

Soulful popAlicia Keys, whose piano-based hybrid of soul, gospel and contemporary RB has made her a megastar, will kick out the jams next week in Rosemont. Info: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 3, at the Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. $49.50-$125.Real honky tonkThe Hoyle Brothers have been rocking Chicago audiences for years with their blistering, swinging brand of country music. Why don't you head into the city and see what all the hootin' and hollerin' is about?Info: 5:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, at the Empty Bottle, 1035 N. Western Ave., Chicago. Free. Visit emptybottle.com.- Matt Arado

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