Oct 5, 2015
Words & Photos: Alex WoodWeen fans flocked to Evanstons SPACE on Thursday for an intimate performance from Gene Ween. Playing with an electric four-piece backing band, the singer delivered a set spanning Weens eclectic discography in addition to songs from his most recent record, Freeman.Gener opted for a straightforward rock band, backed by guitars,...
Sep 30, 2015
Words: Carmel O' Farrell | Photos: Kristine Condon Photography & Paul NatkinAfter 30 years, Farm Aid is one of longest running benefit concerts.Rockers Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Mellencamp have been returning to this yearly event since its inception. Not only do they serve as this iconic festival's headliners, theyve also made it their...
Sep 30, 2015
By @312mrgUnless you live on the West Coast, the chances of seeing ALO or any of their side attractions take somewhat of a hit. While they have been together for over 20 years, theystill seem content on an organic and sustainable growth.For the rest of the country, they may not bring their lively shows through...
Sep 23, 2015
Words & Photos: Tara Gracer PhotographyOn August 29th, All-Star Vibe Entertainment produced Summer Stashat the House of Blues with local bands assembled in one of their trademark seasonal events.The Pistachio Brothers were the first of four acts -- the duo, AJ OReilly and Ian Engels, brought a soulful acoustic feel to the welcoming crowd....
Sep 16, 2015
Words & Photos: Carmel O'Farrell (@carmelocorn) The Disco Biscuits have now clocked in numerous appearances at North Coast Music Fest but their sets in Union Park tend to be short and perhaps a bit too formal for most die-hard Biscuits fans like myself. A late show is a natural place to rectify this,...
Sep 15, 2015
By: @WeirScrewedKamasi Washington is a musical force.Having played with jazz legends like Wayne Shorter, McCoy Tyner, Herbie Hancock, and George Duke, it became clear that the jazz world couldn't contain theLos Angeles based saxophonist. His unmistakable tone has also contributed to recordings byLauryn Hill, Snoop Dogg and Kendrick Lamar (he also was the string...
Sep 15, 2015
Tallest Man on Earth Fills Chicagos Thalia Hallby Joann D. Ball | Photos: Philamonjaro StudioKristian Matsson is the Swedish singer-songwriter also known as The Tallest Man on Earth. For a decade, Matsson has won fans and critical acclaim for his studio efforts, and especially on the strength of his animated, energetic solo concerts.His fourth and...
Sep 14, 2015
Words & Photos: Carmel O'Farrell (@carmelocorn)The word "supergroup" gets thrown around far too often these days. But let's break down Garage A Trois. Each member of the band is a virtuoso in their own right. They are not a "one-off", usually finding the time for several gigs per year despite the principal's busy...
Sep 11, 2015
Words & Photos: Alex WoodWhen I first saw Troubled Hubble live more than 11 years ago, they possessed all of the energy that a rock n roll band could ever have, quickly coming to represent the role that fun can have in rock music.I remember like yesterday the band jumping around on a stage covered...
Sep 8, 2015
By: Rosebud, with a little help from Carmel O'Farrell (@carmelocorn)Shoe Fest kicked off its 5 year anniversary celebration on Friday of Labor Day Weekend amidst the cornfields of rural Manteno, Illinois. Camp Shaw is a kids' summer camp that gets transformed into a music festival once a year.Old Shoe asks all their friends to...