West Fest Chicago is one of a number of events organized by the West Town Chicago Chamber of Commerce each year. Usually taking place on Chicago Avenue between…
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Ever since the middle of March and the start of the COVID-19 lockdown, concerts and events have been postponed, canceled, or moved online left and right. Even though…
On Tuesday, one of Chicago’s most rambunctious festivals, Riot Fest, announced that the scheduled dates for September 11th, 12th, and 13th are no longer happening and that the…
A lot of popular black musicians and artists have had humble beginnings right here in Chi-town. Some artists even ran in the same circle at one point. You…
There’s a SPACE invasion happening in suburban Evanston, but it doesn’t involve little green men. Known for their live music performances and recording studios, SPACE has hosted thousands…
Businesses across Chicago were forced to close their doors at the beginning of COVID-19 in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus. While Mayor Lori Lightfoot…
Governor Pritzker has Illinois under a stay-at-home order that has been extended until May 29. At that time, he’ll evaluate which regions have met protocol to transition into…
There is no doubt in my mind that you have heard the work of record producer, arranger and songwriter Shel Talmy. The producer of early sessions for the…
It won’t be another “season under the stars” in Chicago as Ravinia has been forced to cancel its 2020 summer season because of the COVID-19 pandemic. For the…
Many of us are stuck at home as we do our best to flatten the curve. While we’re finding different ways to keep busy, sometimes a good brew…