Music notes: Coldplay under the stars
See how they shine for you
It's a rare band that can find as much success in being so mellow as Coldplay has. But in their 20 years together, the Grammy Award-winning Brit rock band Coldplay has celebrated a string of chill hits and numerous accolades from the music industry. Expect to hear many of them (including the emotionally challenging "Fix You" in what will probably be a showstopping highlight) when the band brings two nights of its "A Head Full of Dreams" tour to Chicago's Soldier Field. Make sure you pack some Kleenex, just in case. 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 23 and 24, at Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Drive, Chicago. $26.50-$176.50; parking is $49. (312) 235-7000 or soldierfield.net.
Local love
Feel like doing some good? Schubas Tavern is teaming up with Chicago and suburban musicians for Localpalooza, a one-day performance to benefit the Patrick Grange Memorial Foundation raising money for ALS research. Local Americana rockers Burnside & Hooker, alternative rock band Draft Week and indie rock's Jennifer Hall head the event, which also includes performances by Simpleton & Cityfolk, The Fox & the Hounds, Sayers, The New Switcheroo and Eugeine Grey. Tickets and donation packages are available at generosity.com. Grange, a New Mexico native, was a student and soccer player at the University of Illinois-Chicago who tried to raise awareness after being diagnosed with ALS in 2010. 4 p.m. Sunday, July 24, at Schubas Tavern, 3159 N. Southport Ave., Chicago. $10 suggested donation. (773) 525-2508 or lh-st.com.
When the dealing's done
With a career spanning nearly six decades, Kenny Rogers has had plenty of time to play the cards life has dealt him. The country crossover musical legend, television actor and rotisserie chicken connoisseur brings his "The Gambler's Last Deal" finale tour to Highland Park's Ravinia Festival Sunday, July 24. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and special guest Linda Davis come along for the ride. 7 p.m. Sunday, July 24, at Ravinia Festival, 200 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park. $27-$70, with VIP packages also available. (847) 266-5100 or ravinia.org.
Upcoming concerts
Naper Nights Community Concert Series: 6 p.m. Friday, July 22, and Saturday, Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. OMT at 6 p.m. Friday, July 22; Mike and Joe, 8:15 p.m. Friday, July 22; Killer Queen, 6 p.m. Saturday, July 23; Landslide 8:15 p.m. Saturday, July 23. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating. No outside food or beverages allowed. $10-$15. Free for children younger than 4 and Naper Settlement members. (630) 420-6010 or napersettlement.org.
K Michaels Band at Hawthorn Woods Summer Concert: 6:30 p.m. Friday, July 22, Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Classic rock. Free. vhw.org.
Southern Jack at West Dundee Concert in the Park: 7 p.m. Friday, July 22, Grafelman Park, 4th and Main streets. West Dundee. Country. Free. (847) 428-7131 or dtpd.org.
Daryl Hall and John Oates: 7 p.m. Friday. July 22, Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre, 19100 S. Ridgeland, Tinley Park. Rock. $25-$125. (708) 614-1616 or livenation.com.
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, Melissa Etheridge: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 22, RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway St., Aurora, $45, (630) 896-6666 or riveredgeaurora.com.
American English: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 22, Lakeside Pavilion at the McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Beatles tribute band. Free. (630) 942-4000 or atthemac.org.
Chicago Big Band with "A Tribute to Natalie Cole, Henry Mancini and Count Basie" concert: 8 p.m. Friday, July 22, Hodges Park at Vine, Main and Courtland streets, Park Ridge. Free. Visit prfas.org.
Tom Holland & The Shuffle Kings: 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 22, Harlem Avenue Lounge, 3701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn. Blues. $6. (708) 484-3610 or harlemavenuelounge.com.
Vans Warped Tour with Good Charlotte, Reel Big Fish, Falling in Reverse and others: 11 a.m. Saturday, July 23, Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre, 19100 S. Ridgeland, Tinley Park. Rock. $41.50. (708) 614-1616 or livenation.com.
West Suburban Symphony: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23, Cantigny Park, 1 S 151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Symphony performs the movie music of composer John Williams, with selections from films including "Star Wars," "E.T. the Extraterrestrial," "Raiders of the Lost Ark," the "Harry Potter" films, "Schindler's List" and others. Lawn seating; chairs, blankets and picnics welcome. West Suburban Symphony "Passport" is $25-$35. Children ages 7 and younger are free. Passport price is per carload of guests. (630) 260-8162 or cantigny.org.
Gary Hoey: 8 p.m. Saturday, July 23, Arcada Theatre, 105 E Main St., St Charles. Rock. $19-$49. (630) 962-7000 or arcadalive.com.
Epic Repertory Theatre Company's Cabaret Series: 8 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 23, McGonigal's Pub, 105 S. Cook St., Barrington. Epic Repertory Theatre Company presents cabaret performers Melissa Young and Aaron Benham. Program features Broadway favorites, pop tunes, stories and more. Tickets $20 in advance or $25 at door. Visit epic-rep.com.
Cassadee Pope: 8:45 p.m. Saturday, July 23, Joe's Live, 5441 Park Place, Rosemont. Country, pop. $15. For ages 21 and older. (847) 261-0392 or joesliverosemont.com.
Julion Alvarez: 7 p.m. Sunday, July 24, Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Latin. $59-$159. Call (800) 745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com.
Kenny Rogers: 7 p.m. Sunday, July 24, Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. $50-$70. Lawn $27-$32. (847) 266-5100 or ravinia.org.
Drake: Summer Sixteen Tour: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 26, and Wednesday, July 27, United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago. $49.50-$179.50. Call (800) 745-3000, or visit ticketmaster.com.
Goo Goo Dolls: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 26, First Merit Pavilion at Northerly Island, 1300 S. Lynn White Drive, Chicago. $29.50-$99.50. (312) 540-2668 or livenation.com.
Bumpus at Independence Grove Concert: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 26, Millennia Plaza Amphitheater at Independence Grove, 16400 W. Buckley Road, Libertyville. Soul, funk. Bring blankets and lawn chairs for seating. With the exception of service animals, pets are not permitted. Parking is $6 per car after 5 p.m. on concert days. (847) 968-3497, (847) 367-6640 or lcfpd.org.
Lisle Community Jazz Band: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 28, Lisle Community Park, 1825 Short St., Lisle. Big band music. Free. In case of extreme weather the concert will move to the Lisle Senior High School auditorium, 1800 Short Street. Free. (630) 853-6196 or lislecommunityband.org.
Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 28, Memorial Park, 208 W. Union, Wheaton. Free. wheatonmunicipalband.org.
Information is provided by entertainment venues. Check with venue before purchasing tickets. For more concert listings, visit dailyherald.com/calendar.