Music
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Will Smith channels his post-slap introspection into music on ‘Based on a True Story’
Mar 25, 2025 10:00 am - Will Smith could have let his infamous Oscar slap be his cinematic fade out with a career bruised and reputation in a free fall. But instead of retreating, he turned inward for self-reflection. He will release his fifth studio album, “Based on a True Story,” on Friday.
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Best Bets: TikTok sensation Drew Wiegman brings improvisational cello home to Lake CountyMar 25, 2025 9:59 am - Self-taught cellist and Lake County native Drew Wiegman headlines the James Lumber Center in Grayslake, Elmhurst History Museum examines DuPage County’s farming legacy, and the Lyric Opera stages the Chicago premiere of the new adults-only “The Listeners.”
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Concerts March 28 to April 3: Kylie Minogue, Frankie Valli, Kraftwerk, Daryl Hall and moreMar 25, 2025 9:09 am - Upcoming concerts this week include Kylie Minogue, Freddy Jones Band, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Kraftwerk, Daryl Hall, Snow Patrol and more.
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Things to do March 28 to April 3: Marc Maron, Peabo Bryson, SnkrFest and moreMar 25, 2025 9:09 am - Mark your calendar for Marc Maron, Paramount Theatre’s “Waitress,” TAIKOPROJECT, Peabo Bryson, SnkrFest, Nick Swardson and more happening this week.
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Book Review: ‘Lollapalooza’ is an entertaining history of festival’s role in alternative rock rise
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What to stream: ‘Mufasa: The Lion King,’ Timothée Chalamet, Will Smith, Seth Rogen and Atomfall
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A former studio engineer is charged with stealing unreleased Eminem music and selling it online
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Naperville family trio to perform Music with a Mission concertMar 19, 2025 12:19 pm - Christopher, Valerie, and Hannah Lorimer will perform a variety of music at a Music with a Mission concert on March 23 to benefit the Musicians Fund.
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Crystal Lake church choirs embark on 53rd annual spring tourMar 19, 2025 12:36 am - Crystal Lake and Woodstock high schoolers prepare for 53rd annual week-long choir tour performing across Midwest.
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Crystal Lake church to host annual spring concertMar 19, 2025 12:26 am - First Congregational Church’s adult Vestry Choir and Jubilate Bell Choir will present their annual spring concert on Sunday, April 27.