Queen + Adam Lambert to play Chicago’s United Center during North American ‘Rhapsody’ tourQueen + Adam Lambert's 14-show North American leg of its “Rhapsody” tour includes a stop at Chicago's United Center. March 24, 2023
Review: Wilco leans country for its first of 3 nights at the Riviera TheatreThe band was in great shape, sounding steady, focused and connected to the audience. Tweedy even gave out a trophy to a “best-behaved” concertgoer. March 24, 2023
Photos: Wilco performs at the Riviera TheatreThe Chicago band Wilco performs its first of three shows at the Riviera Theatre on March 23, 2023. March 24, 2023
Southern rock legends Molly Hatchet return to ArcadaSouthern rockers Molly Hatchet will perform at 8 p.m. April 1 at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles. March 23, 2023
Saliva guitarist Wayne Swinny dead after brain hemorrhageWayne Swinny, one of the founding members of the band Saliva, was pronounced dead Wednesday after an apparent brain hemorrhage. March 23, 2023
Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen recovering from attack outside Florida hotelDef Leppard drummer Rick Allen says he is recovering from an attack earlier this month outside a Florida hotel. March 21, 2023
Lollapalooza lineup 2023: Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish and Red Hot Chili PeppersLollapalooza will be Aug. 3-6 in Chicago. Also on the bill, Lana Del Rey, Karol G, the British band The 1975 and a return for Tomorrow X Together. March 21, 2023
Most streamed songs on SpotifyWhile contemporary pop stars dominate Spotify's list of most played songs, a couple of older artists crack the top 50. March 21, 2023
Jury convicts 3 of murder in death of rapper XXXTentacionMichael Boatwright, 28, Dedrick Williams, 26, and Trayvon Newsome, 24, were all found guilty of first-degree murder and armed robbery. They will receive mandatory life sentences at a later date. March 20, 2023
Pitchfork Music Festival 2023: The Smile, Big Thief and Bon IverPitchfork Music Festival has announced its lineup for July 21-23 in Union Park in Chicago. March 20, 2023
Review: Kelela and her devoted fans at Thalia Hall make for a ‘Raven’ live dance partyKelela’s live show was, more than anything, a spectacle of the senses, designed to get bodies moving. March 19, 2023
Photos: Kelela and her devoted fans at Thalia Hall Fresh off the release of her latest full-length album, “Raven” (her second studio album and first in nearly six years), Kelela played a nearly nonstop, hourlong set to a sold-out crowd of fans who knew every word to every song. March 19, 2023
Shea Couleé of RuPaul fame releases debut solo record ‘8’ and will perform at the Riviera Couleé collaborated with a variety of artists. The result is an eclectic record that spans a variety of genres, from drag-pop and house to R&B and hip-hop. March 17, 2023
Ravinia Festival 2023: Boyz II Men with Isley Brothers, women composers with the CSOSantana is scheduled to play two nights on the Pavilion mainstage, as are John Legend and Carrie Underwood. March 16, 2023
Summer Smash hip hop fest moves to SeatGeek StadiumDates are June 23-25, with music lineup and ticket sales coming soon. March 15, 2023
Young Nudy’s album ‘Gumbo’ makes the case for less being more, as he puts on a sold-out show in AvondaleEvery song on “Gumbo” is named for a favorite entree or snack. But “Gumbo” in the main is about family stressors and about a punishing way of life. March 15, 2023
A decade in the making, world premiere of ‘The Life and Death(s) of Alan Turing’ arrives at COT at the right time“Alan Turing” pinballs between scenes in the theorist’s life like a free-association game, connected by dense, spoken choruses. March 14, 2023
Drake announces 2023 tour with 21 Savage, including stops in ChicagoDrake and 21 Savage will be going on a 29-date arena run with stops including Chicago, Boston, New York, Miami, Los Angeles, and more. March 13, 2023
Kate Fagan’s new full-length album ‘I Don’t Wanna Be Too Cool’ is ridiculously catchy and very, very coolConfident, intelligent and charming, the record’s title track is a perfect slice of minimalist new wave and synth-pop. March 13, 2023
Her residency extended at the CSO, violinist Hilary Hahn makes music like no one’s watchingHahn’s “musician’s musician” public image and TikTok fan base made her a prime partner for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. March 13, 2023