Lollapalooza 2014 announces webcast schedule
Didn't snag a ticket to Lollapalooza? Don't worry. Fans will be able to stream live performances from this weekend's fest free online by going to Lollapalooza.redbull.tv. Viewers will be able...
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Chance the Rapper teams with an all-star lineup for new song ‘Wonderful Everyday: Arthur’
Chance the Rapper is ramping up for his Lollapalooza 2014 performance by feeding the streets with new music. The Chicago native has been making news all summer with his live...
Sir Michael Rocks’ ‘Banco’ works when it’s weird
**1/2 (out of 4) In an alternate universe, Chicago rap duo The Cool Kids survives its insane hype in 2007-'08, avoids the "hipster rap" label that unfortunately followed the group...
The small side of Lolla
We could go on and on about why Lolla 2014 (Aug. 1-3 at Grant Park) will be awesome thanks to performances by well-known, acclaimed acts Outkast, Arctic Monkeys, Chance the...
Beyonce and Jay Z deliver hit parade at Soldier Field
Before reviewing last night's Jay Z and Beyonce show at Soldier Field, we should address the elephant in the room: According to Page Six, Mr. and Mrs. Carter are headed...
Neighborhoods need awareness of real issues
As summer rolls on in Chicago, there have been a lot of suggestions on what to do to curb the violence that has become a daily part of our lives....
Riot Fest 2014 announces daily schedule
Here's what we know so far about Riot Fest 2014: The Humboldt Park-based fest will take place Sept. 12-14 and is absolutely stacked. Over 100 acts will be performing and...
Common’s ‘Nobody’s Smiling’ tries to examine Chicago violence
**1/2 (out of 4) "Ain't nobody stopping the violence. Why my city keep lying?" That phrase, delivered by Chicago rapper Lil Herb, is one of the first things you hear...
Recap: Schoolboy Q at Pitchfork 2014
Perhaps in a reference to Earl Sweatshirt's composed energy during his earlier set, Schoolboy Q made it clear that his show would be a chill-free zone by announcing, "This ain't...
Men’s shaving: Razor-sharp reviews
Have you noticed more beards than usual in your daily life? Recent trends over the past five years or so have seen men all over the country embracing facial hair,...