With Brigitte Calls Me Baby’s growing profile, the band has quickly ascended, capitalizing on a curious interest in their retro-rock sound that coos like the newborn baby of New Order, The Killers, ...

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The band's sophomore LP releases Friday ahead of two sold-out shows at Thalia Hall in April. A January album preview at Schubas Tavern sold out within 55 seconds.

To celebrate his 89th birthday on Wednesday, legendary musician Buddy Guy released a new album of Chicago blues — appropriately titled, "Ain't Done with the Blues." The album features an assortment of ...

The Chicago Reader is back in print! Our February issue is being delivered to more than 600 locations across the city beginning February 4. Find the closest newspaper box, coffee shop, bar, library ...

This list from WBEZ and sister station Vocalo blurs lines and mixes genres, from hip-hop and R&B to indie rock, blues and jazz. 2024 brought forth a wealth of Chicago music spanning all genres. As we ...