Music
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'This Is America' seals Glover's rep as protest artist
May 08, 2018 7:00 am - WASHINGTON (AP) - It's been called a moving testament to modern times and an unflinching exploration of the wretched past experienced by African-Americans. Donald Glover...
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Pop singers compete for top prize at CMT Music Awards
May 08, 2018 7:00 am - NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Carrie Underwood, Florida Georgia Line and Jason Aldean are the leading nominees for the CMT Music Awards with four each, but it's the pop artists who...
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Sound check: Spend two nights with Smoking PopesMay 08, 2018 6:00 am - YouTube The Northwest suburban-born band The Smoking Popes makes two appearances at the Bottom Lounge for the Live From the Rock Room Fest, celebrating the past. Friday ...
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Concerts: Andrew W.K. plays rescheduled show at the VicMay 08, 2018 6:00 am - Smallpools' “Spring Is Sprung Tour” featuring Great Good Fine Ok, Half the Animal: 6 p.m. Friday, May 11, at House of Blues, 329 N. Dearborn St., Chicago. $20-$25. (312...
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One-of-a-kind garage sale features vinyl records, benefits food pantryMay 08, 2018 1:00 am - Record enthusiasts are having a vinyl sale with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the Libertyville Township food pantry. The sale is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 19 at 1...
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Registration open for Battle of the Bands competitionMay 07, 2018 11:00 pm - If you think your band has what it takes to battle all the way to state, find out. Teen bands begin their journey to the Illinois State Battle of the Bands finals compet...
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Memorial concert honoring composer Daniel Brewbaker set for May 21May 07, 2018 11:00 pm - One year ago this month, Elgin lost one of its most beautiful souls. But Daniel Brewbaker was not only beloved here in his hometown, he also made a profound impact on th...
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Chicago Gargoyle Ensemble, St. Charles Singers to headline 'Transfigured Shakespeare' concert May 11May 07, 2018 11:00 pm - The Chicago Gargoyle Brass and Organ Ensemble and St. Charles Singers will headline a concert titled "Transfigured Shakespeare" at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 11, at Baker Mem...
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Review: Eleanor Friedberger's Greek sojourn is her 'Rebound'
May 07, 2018 7:00 am - Eleanor Friedberger, "Rebound" (Frenchkiss Records) Inspired by a 2016 trip to her ancestral Greece, you can feel the electricity in "Rebound," Eleanor Friedberger's fou...
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Review: Sevendust polished, heavy and melodic on new album
May 07, 2018 7:00 am - Sevendust, "All I See Is War" (Rise Records) There are some people who sneer at hard rockers Sevendust, expressing dislike for the metal band for its lighter tones and s...