Brian Shamie
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Chicago, IL, United States
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Springsteen tickets go on sale Friday morning
High-energy rocker Bruce Springsteen brings the E Street Band to Chicago's Wrigley Field Wednesday, Aug. 9. Tickets go on sale Friday. → Read More
Adela Skowronski shares her love story through her new Adela's album
Adela Skowronski might be more widely known to the Chicago music scene as co-host of "The Underbelly Hours," but she showcases her musical side on "Words of Love," a collection of love songs set for release on her wedding day. → Read More
Sound check: Magic City Hippies back in Chicago
Buffalo Grove's Pat Howard returns home when the Magic City Hippies head to Metro. Also on tap: Beat Kitchen's Winter Prom, The Burst and Bloom at Bottom Lounge, a songwriters' showcase at The Venue and more. → Read More
Best Bets: Hey Nonny Blues Week, Brian Posehn, Anthrax
Making plans for the next week? Consider adding Anthrax, Hey Nonny Blues Week and Brian Posehn's comedy shows to your calendar. → Read More
Best Bets: Holiday light shows shine bright across the suburbs
A variety of holiday light shows add sparkle to the suburban landscape starting this weekend. Plus, check out the Museum of Science and Industry's "Christmas Around the World" exhibit, Chicago Opera Theater's Polish-language opera "King Roger" and Chicago's annual Thanksgiving Parade. → Read More
Heartland shelter's new digs
The Heartland Animal Shelter held a ribbon-cutting at its recent location in Wheeling, a move from its former home in Northbrook. → Read More
Head outside for KC and The Sunshine Band, Blue Oyster Cult and more this Fourth of July weekend
The Monday holiday means the celebration can spread over the whole weekend, and suburban festivals and musicians are taking advantage of that. Here's where to pull up a seat and enjoy some music outdoors. → Read More
Chicago rock band The Million Reasons explores new musical ground with its latest album, 'Haven'
Chicago rock band The Million Reasons follows up "If Not for the Fire" with "Haven," an 11-song album that captures the intensity the band is known for while dabbling in new musical territory. → Read More
Hairball to rock Rosemont Theatre to aid veterans
Hairball brings the bombast of '80s-era arena rockers and hair metal legends to Rosemont to benefit military service members and their families. → Read More
Decision time: Lollapalooza's single-day tickets on sale Wednesday
Tuesday's reveal of the daily Lollapalooza lineups means festgoers can now choose which day to attend the late-July festival in Grant Park. → Read More
Up-close seats for Garth Brooks on sale Tuesday
Production seats to see Garth Brooks in South Bend, Indiana, go on sale Tuesday morning. → Read More
Fitz and The Tantrums, Andy Grammer bring high energy to RiverEdge Park
Multiplatinum pop artists Fitz and The Tantrums and Andy Grammer stop in Aurora with the "Wrong Party Tour" in August. Tickets are on sale this week. → Read More
Libertyville's Family Vacation toys with the dark side of identity on playful 'Are We Criminals?' EP
With an eye toward self-exploration and a healthy dose of self-deprecation, indie-rock duo Family Vacation -- comprised of Libertyville's Jacob Chatfield and Bob Crandell -- takes listeners on a journey of existential questioning with its new release, "Are We Criminals?" Not to worry: The new EP is not morose. And it's certainly not dry. → Read More
Dear Dario's single 'Name' an apt metaphor for a band climbing back to the scene
Dear Dario's new single and video challenges listeners to remember, to learn and to grow after they've walked through their own personal fires. → Read More
Nathaniel Rateliff, Bastille, Cold War Kids teaming up for 101-WKQX's PIQNIQ in June
Tickets go on sale this week for the PIQNIQ summer music festival, which is heading back to Tinley Park June 18. → Read More
Mannheim Steamroller starts holiday dreaming this week
Tickets go on sale Friday, May 6, to see Mannheim Steamroller's annual holiday tour stop at the Rosemont Theatre this December. → Read More
Chicagoan Sam Moss, Oswego's Ryan Argast head to 'Idol' Hollywood Week
"American Idol" Hollywood Week will put a few familiar faces on TV Monday -- Sam Moss and Ryan Argast. → Read More
Sound check: Reba in Rosemont, Eagles at United Center
Country star Reba McEntire brings her hits to the Allstate Arena, The Eagles play the United Center, and tributes to Carole King and rock history take over the Metropolis. Plus, tickets for ARC Fest, Pride in the Park and Illinois State Fair performers -- Brooks & Dunn, Demi Lovato, Sam Hunt, Sammy Hagar -- go on sale this week. → Read More
Bee Gees, Zeppelin and Fleetwood Mac tributes on sale now at Aurora's RiverEdge Park
Tickets are on sale now for legendary musical tributes to the Bee Gees, Led Zeppelin and Fleetwood Mac who are ready to rock RiverEdge Park this summer. → Read More
Musical celebrations to help you rock into the new year
What's a New Year's Eve party without music? The suburbs and Chicago are packed with some major shows to help fans ring in 2023. → Read More