Music
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Gail Borden Public Library to host ‘Summertime Songs’Jul 08, 2025 10:35 pm - Enjoy free summer concerts at Gail Borden Library such as Illinois Brass Band on July 17 and Chicago band Soda on Aug. 21.
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Wheaton Municipal Band explores ‘Colors of Music’ July 10Jul 08, 2025 10:19 pm - On July 10, the Wheaton Municipal Band's exploration of music's colors includes marches, Saint-Saëns's "Yellow Princess," modern pieces, and flutist Whitney Bowden performing Griffes's flute concerto "Poem.
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Things to do July 11-17: Dog Days of Summer, McHenry Fiesta Days, Kane County Fair, Vernon Hills Days and moreJul 08, 2025 6:08 pm - Mark your calendar for Glendale Heights Fest, Libertyville Dog Days of Summer, Itasca Fest, McHenry Fiesta Days, Kane County Fair, Vernon Hills Days and more happening this week.
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Fox Valley Orchestra presents John Williams tribute concertJul 08, 2025 12:00 pm - The Fox Valley Orchestra performs John Williams' iconic movie scores in "John Williams: The GOAT" pops concert on July 20, featuring hits from “Raiders,” “Jurassic Park,” “Harry Potter,” and more.
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Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron says he’s leaving the band after nearly 30 years
Jul 08, 2025 7:09 am - Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron said Monday that he’s leaving the band after nearly 30 years.
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Country singer Parker McCollum’s dreams all came true. A new self-titled album brought new ones.
Jul 07, 2025 4:21 pm - Imagine you come from a small town in Texas and you have big dreams of being a country music star. Imagine those aspirations come true, tenfold. What’s next? For Parker McCollum, a new self-titled album and a tour with a show in Tinley Park Oct. 4.
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What to stream: Spielberg looks back at ‘Jaws,’ Clipse reunite and ‘Bachelor in Paradise’ is flirty
Jul 07, 2025 11:28 am - Steven Spielberg reflecting on his shark blockbuster in the documentary “Jaws @ 50” and Clipse, the dynamic duo of Pusha T and Malice, returning for the album “Let God Sort Em Out” are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
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19th annual Rockin’ Rib Fest features award-winning BBQ, dozen bands, carnivalJul 07, 2025 2:12 am - Lake in the Hills Rotary Club's Rockin' Rib Fest returns July 10-13 with live music, carnival, rib vendors, business expo, and more. All proceeds go to support Rotary charities and projects.
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Renowned European handbell ensemble Arsis to perform at Elk Grove Village churchJul 06, 2025 9:02 pm - European handbell ensemble Arsis tours U.S., including July 13 concert at Christus Victor Lutheran Church in Elk Grove Village, featuring classical and Estonian composers.
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Ozzy Osbourne says farewell to live performance with a hometown show for 40,000 fans
Jul 06, 2025 2:36 pm - Hard-rock royalty and some 40,000 fans gathered for an ear-splitting tribute to Ozzy Osbourne at what the heavy metal icon says was his last-ever live performance.