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Late Night Roundup | Foo Fighters, Nathaniel Rateliff, Leon Bridges & More

Watch some of Tomorrows Verse's favorite bands hit the promotional late-night television circuit.1. Foo Fighters on EllenDave Grohl and his band stopped by Ellen to deliver a scorching performance of The Line. Demonstrating how theyve become the alternative rock powerhouse they are, this is about as hard as a television performance can rock.2. Leon Bridges...

Festival Watch | North Coast Music Festival

North Coast Music Festival August 31 September 2 @ Union ParkHeadliners To WatchJamiroquai Easily the biggest name in this announcement, the British funk act will perform its first Chicago show in more than a decade. Performing Sunday night, its the perfect headliner for this show, combining fun, funky vibes with enticing visuals.Miguel R&B mainstay Miguel...

Friday Album Reviews | Seven New Records You Need To Know

As every Friday brings new music, Tomorrow's Verse brings you our top picks. Here are our favorite records from May 11. By: Alex WoodJerry Garcia Before The DeadThis massive box set compiles most known recordings from Garcia between 1961 and 1964 before the formation of the Grateful Dead. Ranging from birthday parties to coffee house performances to...

Late Night Roundup | Father John Misty, Childish Gambino, Steep Canyon Rangers & More

Watch some of Tomorrows Verses favorite bands hit the promotional late-night television circuit. Father John Misty on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonKnown for theatrical and clever late-night performances, Father John Mistys recent stop by Jimmy Fallons studio is fairly straightforward in comparison. Performing recent single Mr. Tillman, he invited the New York City Gay...

Festival Watch | Square Roots

Festival Watch is a Tomorrows Verse feature that breaks festival news into the facts you need to know.By: Alex WoodSquare Roots July 13-15 in Lincoln SquareHeadliners To WatchPokey LaFarge Always a favorite thanks to his energetic live performances, nostalgic yet original songwriting and overall charisma, Pokey LaFarge and his band return to the Midwest...

Friday Album Reviews | Seven New Records You Need To Know

As every Friday brings new music, Tomorrow's Verse brings you our top picks for the week. Here are our favorite albums from April 27. By: Alex WoodDr. Dog Critical EquationPhiladelphia indie-rockers Dr. Dog remain busy as ever, releasing their tenth studio album, Critical Equation, and embarking on yet another tour. The band has garnered serious...

Festival Watch | Americana Music Fest

Festival Watch is a Tomorrows Verse feature where we break festival news into the facts you need to know. Americana Music Fest July 14 @ Acorn Theater, Three Oaks MichiganHeadliners To WatchChicago Farmer A staple of the central Illinois and Midwestern folk and Americana scene, Chicago Farmer has remained prolific for more than a decade, gaining a...

On TV | Del McCoury Band’s Acoustic Guitar Session

On TV features a quick recap of what weve been listening to at Tomorrows Verse headquarters. Who: The Del McCoury BandWhat: A short session recorded for Acoustic Guitar MagazineYou Need To Know: This early morning session wound up capturing a special moment, as the band decided to only record instrumentals. Consisting of bluegrass pioneer Del...

Toyota Park Becomes SeatGeek Stadium, Promises Renewed Music Focus

Most Chicagoans know Toyota Park as the home of the MLS Chicago Fire (or the newer women's Red Stars team).But most of our readers will associate it with a pair of Phish concerts at the Bridgeview venue in 2009.  It was also the home for Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival in 2007 & 2010.Those events...

Toyota Park Becomes SeatGeek Stadium, Promises Renewed Music Focus

Most Chicagoans know Toyota Park as the home of the MLS Chicago Fire (or the newer women's Red Stars team).But most of our readers will associate it with a pair of Phish concerts at the Bridgeview venue in 2009.  It was also the home for Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival in 2007 & 2010.Those events...