Why are we asking for donations? Why are we asking for donations? This site is free thanks to our community of supporters. Voluntary donations from readers like you keep our news accessible for ...

Since 2005 Plastic Crimewave (aka Steve Krakow) has used the Secret History of Chicago Music to shine a light on worthy artists with Chicago ties who’ve been forgotten, underrated, or never noticed in ...

Five-time Grammy winner Lalah Hathaway recently celebrated her ninth studio album, Made in Chicago. In addition to her ...

From left to right: Chicago House Music Festival performers Chip E., Darryn Jones, and DJ Nehpets Credit: Courtesy the artists Few local events devoted to electronic music can match ARC Music Festival ...

CHICAGO — Check out this week's "The Weekender" for the latest comedy specials, plays, and musicians coming to the Chicagoland area this weekend. On stage, Bob Fosse's classic "CHICAGO the Musical" ...