Mike Reed says he felt increased pressure from Condé Nast, the festival’s new owners, to chase after commercial pop acts such as Justin Bieber or Demi Lovato, signaling to him they were unaware of the ...

Chicago Symphony Orchestra violinist Danny Jin warms up on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, before a concert. Jin will be among a small group of players performing Olivier Messiaen’s Quartet for the End of ...

Chicago Record Report covers new local music that's caught the Reader's ear—including by Mac Blackout, Chicago Edge Ensemble, and Moyana.

WTTW News producer Josh Terry presents must-see live music shows from indie rock to jazz, country, hip-hop and more.  Daily ...

Dave Matthews Band is heading to Ruoff Music Center in July for two nights of live music. Get your tickets now!

The Dave Matthews Band have announced a North American tour, which kicks off on April 27 at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage ...

Some of the biggest names in music will come together Thursday for the FireAid benefit concert that is raising money for Los Angeles-area wildfire relief efforts.

When Julian E. White found out about the recognition during a trip in Chicago, Illinois, he said he was “in complete shock” ...

CHICAGO - Amid the turn-of-the-century indie rock renaissance, an era defined by lo-fi experimentation, Britpop nostalgia, ...

From must-see concerts to upcoming music releases and more, we’re breaking down the hottest music news and events happening ...

The Orchard sound a bit like expert thrifters, able to appreciate an old sound for the way its meaning has changed as it’s ...

Benson Boone, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Charli xcx, Doechii, RAYE, Sabrina Carpenter, Shakira and Teddy Swims will ...