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At 101, WWII veteran Irving Locker has become a songwriter

By GLENN GAMBOA
Nov 10, 2025 9:44 am - In a life filled with milestones, Irving Locker celebrated a new, unexpected one last week: He became a published songwriter. One day before his 101st birthday, “If Freedom Was Free” was released by Big Machine Label Group and CreatiVets.
Journey through history with DuPage Symphony Orchestra’s ‘Echoes of the Past’ concert

Submitted by Natalia Dagenhart
Nov 07, 2025 9:34 pm - On Sunday, Nov. 16, the DuPage Symphony Orchestra, led by Music Director Barbara Schubert, will feature three compositions that will take the audience on a journey through history.
Music’s biggest night is finally changing its tune on rap

By Chris Richards
Nov 07, 2025 4:12 pm - Clutching his lustrous new hardware on the dais at the Grammys back in February, hip-hop colossus Kendrick Lamar delivered a few words in a serious voice: “At the end of the day, [there’s] nothing more powerful than rap music.” Was he speaking truth or prophecy?
Elmhurst University to host ‘Festival of Lessons & Carols’

By Desiree Chen, Elmhurst University
Nov 07, 2025 2:20 pm - The Elmhurst University "Festival of Lessons and Carols" is an annual event that celebrates the Christmas season with Scriptural readings and choir performances.
2026 Grammy Awards nominations announced

Associated Press
Nov 07, 2025 11:17 am - The Grammy Awards nominations were announced. Topping the list of nominees are Kendrick Lamar (9), Cirkut (7), Jack Antonoff (7), Lady Gaga (7), Bad Bunny (6), Leon Thomas (6) and Sabrina Carpenter (6).
Artists to be inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this weekend

By ANDREW DALTON
Nov 06, 2025 4:31 pm - Chappell Roan will induct Cyndi Lauper, Donald Glover will induct Outkast and Elton John will perform a tribute to the late Brian Wilson at Saturday’s induction ceremony for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Fox Chamber Singers present ‘Agradecemos: Grateful Voices’ concert

Submitted by Fox Chamber Singers
Nov 05, 2025 12:28 pm - The Fox Chamber Singers present "Agradecemos: Grateful Voices" on Sunday, Nov. 9, at Marmion Abbey Church in Aurora.
Concerts Nov. 7-13: Ben Folds, Halsey, Maroon 5 and more

By Luke Zurawski
Nov 04, 2025 2:48 pm - Upcoming concerts include Ben Folds at the Genesee Theatre, Halsey at the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom, Maroon 5 at the United Center and more.
Best bets: Classical instrumentalists, cabaret crooners, performance artists headline Elgin venues

By Barbara Vitello
Nov 04, 2025 12:37 pm - In store in Elgin this weekend: classical music, cabaret entertainers and a festival showcasing female and nonbinary artists. Also, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry opens its annual holiday tree display and the Grammy Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir headlines the McAninch Arts Center.
Samara Joy reflects on Grammy wins, creative journey behind ‘Portrait’ ahead of Chicago show

By LESLIE AMBRIZ
Nov 03, 2025 12:15 pm - Samara Joy’s voice has the ability to transform listeners to the early jazz clubs, filling them with warm nostalgia for legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan. At 25, Joy is a five-time Grammy winning recording artist, whose album “Linger Awhile” won her best new artist and best jazz vocal album in 2023.

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