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Alejandro Aranda takes over The Echo in Los Angeles

On August 6, 2026, Alejandro Aranda plays a beautifully eerie set at Los Angeles' The Echo. Although he himself exclaimed that the songs were happy, he laughed at his own realization - that the songs/intros themselves were actually very melancholic. Combined with his outfit, which barely showed the top

From Auburn, AL to Los Angeles, CA: The Stews Deliver Southern Charm to the West

A sound so addictive, you'll need another hit

Anti-Everything but The Forge for the DED (Exclusive VRSTY Interview Coming Soon!)

DED comes to The Forge for their Anti-Everything Headliner Tour with The Fiction We Create, VRSTY, and Dropout Kings! First off what an epic lineup and an epic surprise for you guys because I got to interview Joey from VRSTY! I am so excited to talk more about what

Pop-Punk & Metal In One Night? Avenged Sevenfold Bring Good Charlotte Along For The Ride

On August 31st, Avenged Sevenfold made another stop in Tinley Park, this is their second Chicago stop in the past year. I was there for both but this time I got to cover the show and see another band I've been following since High school, Good Charlotte! Last

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Violent Femmes Bring Their Experimental Sound to LA for 4 Nights

Both, their debut album "Violent Femmes" and fan favorite "Hallowed Ground" played from front to back, just as the doctor ordered.

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KALEO takes his Way Down We Go Tour to Chicago

KALEO headlines his Way Down We Go Tour - bringing his tour to Chicago, along with opener Dawes. I am going to start off with a little personal rant because this was my last show in Chicago, as a resident. I have seen, and covered, over forty-five shows in my

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Summer School Tour is back at The House of Blues!

Hey everyone! Summer School Tour is BACKKKK and now in the most iconic venue in Chicago, The House of Blues! This year we welcome Guardrail, Games We Play, Chase Petra, Winona Fighter and Honey Revenge! What a lineup and so many new discoveries for me. As much as I love

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Passion Pit takes over the Riviera Theater in Chicago

On July 20, 2026, Passion Pit brought the passion to Chicago's Riviera Theatre. Along with him, he brought opener Arden Jones for a night of great music of great vibes. One of the most fascinating things about the show was Michael Angelakos' (Passion Pit's) face.

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No Surprise: Rainbow Kitten Surprise Does Alt-Rock Right

One of the most colorful, vibrant, and bright shows on the planet that you don't want to wear sunglasses for.

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Muse's Chicago stop on The Wow Signal U.S. Tour proved why they remain one of the best live acts in the world.

Muse kicked off their The Wow Signal U.S. Tour in support of their 10th studio album, The Wow Signal, released just weeks before the tour began. Once the lineup was announced, it was clear this would be one of the best ways to kick off the summer concert season.

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Jinjer Stops at the Sylvee During Their "Duel" Tour

The Sylvee, Madison, hosts another deathcore band on July 14th and I needed to be there. Jinjer has been around since about 2012 when they dropped their first EP but I didn't start really hearing about them until recently. When I was at the Sylvee for my last

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311 and Dirty Heads co-headline on their "So Glad You Made It" Tour

Nothing says Summertime Chi more than live music on a hot summer day. This day was July 12, 2026 and the spot to be at was Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island. Legendary bands 311 & Dirty Heads made their second stop of the tour in the second city. Along

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Evanescence delivered an unforgettable Night to Tinley Park

Evanescence delivered an unforgettable performance at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, proving that they’re still one of the most captivating rock bands to see live. From the moment the lights went down, the crowd was completely locked in. The stage production was visually stunning, with dramatic lighting

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The Beaches rock the house at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, IL

On July 3, 2026, The Beaches - along with Picture Parlour - hit the stage, opening for Louis Tomlinson. I feel like The Beaches is a name I had heard before but had just never explored. So, to be completely honest, I went into this performance completely blind - which just so happens

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Joji’s Solaris Tour Is More Than a Concert

Joji has never needed flashy moments to connect with his audience. Instead, it’s his honest songwriting and emotion that have defined his career, and his Chicago stop on the Solaris Tour was a reminder of just how powerful those songs become in a live setting. Joji’s Solaris Tour

The Nevermind The Schubas Tavern The Ally Nicholas!

Coming to Scubas Tavern in Chicago for PART II of her tour is the one and only Ally Nicholas, joined by Shyeye and Sir Echo! It was an honor to being able to catch her show here, especially after seeing them open for Bilmuri a few years ago! They have

Djo Brings Crowd to Their Feet at Sold Out Chicago Theater

It was a beautiful summer day, and the air was electric Friday evening, as the crowd waited in anticipation; the performance of local Chicago legend and global pop icon Djo was only announced to the public last month, but the venue was completely sold out! And from the moment he

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Tash Sultana shakes up The Salt Shed

On June 20, 2026, Tash Sultana took the stage at The Salt Shed (indoors) in Chicago, IL. This was their final stop of the U.S. / N.A. tour. Tash is a multi-instrumentalist who knows how to play over 20 instruments - some of which were showcased in [tonight'

Taking Back Sunday Makes Damn Sure to Put on A Good Show

Taking Back Sunday is a name that almost everyone should know by now. With massive hits such as "MakeDamnSure" and "Cute Without the 'E'", Taking Back Sunday have risen to stardom in the emo and alternative scene. When their hit album "Louder Now&

Godsmack And Stone Temple Pilots Come to Tinley Park

If you're a 90's-2000's Rock fan then you know who Godsmack are. On June 20th, the legendary rock stars made a stop in Tinley Park during their "Rise of Rock World Tour 2026" and bringing along with them Stone Temple Pilots

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Bleachers Forever

Bleachers kicked off their "BLEACHERS FOREVER TOUR" - Night one of two in Chicago.

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Black Veil Brides Prove Their Fire Still Burns Bright In Chicago

On May 22, Black Veil Brides brought their highly anticipated “Vindicator” to the Ramova Theatre in Chicago for a night that was filled with excitement, laughter, and raw emotions. The night was kicked off by As December Falls, Tx2, and From Ashes to New. I was fortunate enough to catch

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RIOT FEST 2026 -Legends gather in the Windy City this September.

The long awaited 2026 Riot fest line up has officially been revealed with line up no that will sure to get anyone hyped. The line up includes legendary performances from Tool, Twenty One Pilots, Pierce The Veil and Alanis Morissette and more… Just when you think Riot fest cannot get

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Wage war made The house of blues a battlefield.

On may 12 Wage war brought their 2026 tour to Chicago for a night that left was filled with intensity and excitement.  Opening the night were Orthodox and Nevertel. A lineup that brought some cemented talent and some fresh energy ready to make a mark on the scene. Orthodox was

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Amon Amarth and Deathklok Brought the War Raid Party to the New LandMark Credit Union venue in Milwaukee Wisconsin

Saturday night in Milwaukee, the walls of the LandMark Credit Union Event Center shook under the weight of one of the most entertaining metal lineups I’ve seen all year. With Castle Rat opening the night, followed by the thunderous Viking assault of Amon Amarth, and capped off by the