Chicago shows Alkaline Trio how they’re hometown heroes

The Aragon Ballroom in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood was engulfed with energy on March 16th as hometown legends Alkaline Trio took the stage for a night that can only be described as, in a word, electric. The Blood, Hair, and Eyeballs Tour had arrived and fans were in for raw, unadulterated rock-and-roll that capped off a […]

Kacey Musgraves explores life’s ‘Deeper Well’ in new album

Kacey Musgraves’ latest album, Deeper Well, is a heartfelt exploration of life’s beauty and the depths found in everyday moments. Released on March 15th, 2024 through Interscope/MCA Nashville, this album marks Musgraves’ fifth studio release and sees her reuniting with producers Ian Fitchuk and Daniel Tashian. From the opening chords of “Cardinal”, Deeper Well invites […]

Bourbon & Beyond Fest comes back to Kentucky for Fall 2024

The anticipation is building as the star-studded lineup for Bourbon & Beyond — the World’s Largest Bourbon & Music Festival — has been announced for this fall, set to take over the Highland Festival Grounds at Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville from September 19th to the 22nd, 2024. This four-day celebration promises an unparalleled experience, […]

Luke Grimes ignites Joe’s in Rosemont, Illinois

As the crowd packed into Joe’s in Rosemont, Illinois, the air hung heavy with anticipation. On this night, the stage was set for Luke Grimes, the renowned country singer and Yellowstone TV show actor, to take his music career to new heights. With a sold-out show and an electrifying performance, Luke Grimes proved that his […]

Luke Grimes to hit the stage at Joe’s Live in Chicago this Friday

When Luke Grimes stepped into the shoes of Kayce Dutton on the hit television series Yellowstone, he immediately captivated audiences with his performance and charm. It seems that Grimes is not content with simply conquering the small screen; he is ready to conquer the world of music too. With his skyrocketing music career taking off, […]

Windy City Smokeout Music Festival 2023: Day Three

As the sun set on a balmy evening in Chicago, music lovers packed the United Center’s parking lot to get Friday underway. Thunderstorms were looming and aimed to disrupt the day full of sunshine, soulful performances, and an array of mouthwatering BBQ. Friday boasted Darrius Rucker headlining the evening. The storms had a plan of […]

Windy City Smokeout Music Festival 2023: Day One

The 2023 Windy City Smokeout Music Festival descended upon the heart of Chicago, Illinois, captivating audiences with a remarkable display of country music mastery. Set against the towering facade of the United Center, this year’s festival delivered an unforgettable experience for fans seeking a tantalizing blend of soul-stirring melodies and a true country atmosphere. From […]

NF brings “Hope” to fans in Chicago

The Allstate Arena was buzzing with anticipation as fans eagerly awaited the arrival of the illustrious rapper NF. With his newly released album titled “Hope” making waves in the music industry, the sold-out show was a night fans will remember. As the lights dimmed and the crowd erupted in cheers, NF took the stage with […]

Kyle Ahern’s “Good Will Come” returns with Rebelution bandmate Eric Rachmany

California based singer-songwriter Kyle Ahern has just released a new version of his hit song “Good Will Come” featuring bandmate Eric Rachmany, frontman of the renowned reggae-rock band Rebelution. The song is a reprised version of Kyle’s original release, which came out in November of 2018. “Good Will Come (Reprise)” is a heartfelt and powerful […]

Kyle Ahern encourages music lovers to “Look Back & Laugh”

Kyle Ahern, most known for touring as a guitarist with Rebelution, has dropped a solo single titled, “Look Back & Laugh”. “Look Back & Laugh” is a powerful and emotional song that speaks to the human experience of overcoming adversity. The lyrics are a reminder that, no matter how tough things may seem in the […]

Sister duo, Larkin Poe, leaves Chicago wanting more

Chicago’s historic Thalia Hall welcomed in the dynamic sister duo Larkin Poe for an unforgettable evening of American roots-rock music. Larkin Poe, known for their electrifying blend of blues, rock, and folk music, did not disappoint as they delivered a style only they could create for the sold-out crowd of 1,040 people. Larkin Poe is […]

Badfish brings nostalgia of Sublime’s legacy to Chicago

The heartbeat of Sublime was alive and well at the House of Blues Chicago. A sold out crowd sang along to the musical stylings of the late frontman of Sublime, Bradley Nowell. Chicagoians packed the House of Blues to experience legendary band Sublime’s music performed by none other than the best Sublime tribute band you […]

Windy City Smokeout Festival drops 2023 lineup

Chicago is gearing up to rock with its Windy City Smokeout Festival coming to the United Center from July 13-16th, 2023. The four days of festival-style outdoor cooking and music will feature headlining acts from some of the biggest names in country music including Zach Bryan, Darius Rucker, Luke Bryan, and Zac Brown Band. At […]