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

There, a nine-piece ensemble captivated attendees with the infectious groove of Brazilian funk and jazz.  The show Brazilian Funk Night combines “all of this Brazilian music with a funk groove and a ...

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 ...

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.

Billy Currington and Kip Moore, 7 p.m. Friday, June 27, at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. $39.75-$89.75. Ryan Adams, 8 p.m.

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

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 ...

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

While interesting, Elegance Bratton’s documentary falls short of being the definitive voice on Chicago’s role in house music ...

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Mike Reed said the longtime Chicago fest also was burdened by increasing pressure to book commercial pop acts like Justin ...

GEORGE, Wash. — Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees Dave Matthews Band will be bringing their 2025 Spring/Summer Tour to ...