Apr 18, 2018
[instagram id="Bhip2pBDvZX"]TAUK has a full length coming later in the year, but is touring behind an excellent EP, Shapeshifter I: Construct.Chicago fans may be familiar due to association with (and side projects containing members of) Umphrey's McGee. And a few more may have become aquainted on Friday as they...
Apr 17, 2018
Words: Alex Wood | Photo: @TinaNiberiThe Wood Brothers have long been one of the hardest working bands in the business, constantly touring, writing and recording for more than a decade.Ive watched the band grow from playing dive bars to their recent two-night run at The Vic Theatre, and the increased popularity doesnt feel the slightest...
Apr 13, 2018
By: John 'Nunu' ZomotFormer Jerry Garcia Band organist Melvin Seals is no stranger to the Chicago area. He appears frequently as a special guest with the local Dead tribute staple Terrapin Flyer.But it's been a minute since he's brought his JGB project through the city -- so it was nice to get a...
Apr 13, 2018
Photos: Adam MiszewskiI'm going to say it. Beyond just their name, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong has a jambandy aesthetic that makes String Cheese Incident seem reserved, self-serious and demure by comparison.But good on them for just embracing the fuck out of it. And you can't say the audience hasn't responded. The...
Apr 13, 2018
By: John 'Nunu' ZomotAs a music veteran, Stanley Clarke can fly a little bit under the radar, but when he pops up you best pay attention.The man is an absolute beast on the bass. City Winery goers were treated to a full-on clinic during his March visit with his talented touring ensemble....
Apr 13, 2018
As every Friday brings new music, Tomorrow's Verse brings you our top picks for the week. Here are our favorite records from April 13. John Prine The Tree Of ForgivenessFolk-rock pioneer John Prine returns with his first album of new material in 13 years, but hasnt lost any of the talent that gained him his reputation....
Apr 12, 2018
JC Brooks exploded into Chicagoans' consciousness in 2010 with a smooth-as-silk re-imagining of Wilco's "I Am Trying To Break Your Heart". It was a damn near perfect introduction to the version of retro-soul that he and his band The Uptown Sound were offering just year into the Obama era.But digging deeper after this intro,...
Apr 12, 2018
Kung Fu have become perennial visitors to the Chicago area, and their loyal local fanbase packed Martyrs' on Easter Eve for a fantastic show full of extended jazz-inspired solos, danceable favorites, and straight up heavy grooves.It seems the band and venue have worked out a mutual attraction, as their regular spring visits have created...
Apr 12, 2018
In this special edition of On TV, we're spotlighting The Wood Brothers, who will visit Chicago for a pair of shows this weekend at The Vic. Their latest release One Drop of Truth is one of the more infectious folk rock records to be released this year, this is a band whose chops...
Apr 12, 2018
[instagram id="BhcsxhygLsh"]The Decemberists brought their spring tour to Chicago. Sojahsey1 was on hand to capture seven outstanding videos over the lenghty set and two encores -- the second of which was a show-stopping 11 minute rendition of the epic "Mariner's Revenge"Check it out as well as the full setlist below.[...