Jun 26, 2015
FitzGeralds American Music Festival will celebrate its 34th year July 1-4. Taking place inside and outside of the venue in Berwyn, the festival boasts a lineup of Americana, folk, blues and roots bands that fit the venues reputation perfectly.Amongst the bigger names on the roster are Pokey LaFarge, Eric Lindell, Joe Ely Band, JD...
Aug 16, 2013
Words and Photos: Captain Deep-TrackThe City of Chicago was alive with the sounds of music this past weekend as the annual Lollapalooza festivities rolled into town. Tens of thousands of die hard music fans crowded Grant Park on Chicago's beautiful lakeside, as dozens of today's hottest musicians rocked several stages from midday to sunset and...
Jun 25, 2012
There's so much to like about a festival that celebrates the best of American music that has run for 32 (!) years. The 2012 edition of the American Music Festival at Fitzgerald's in Berwyn combines top notch national acts and homegrown Chicago area favorites in a multi-stage lineup with discounts for those who get out early. WARNING: the...
Jun 8, 2011
You want options? We've got options, even in the 'burbs. While the Melvin / Terrapin Flyer combo represents a perfect hybrid of local and national flavors for next weekend. The Barn is spotlighting two shows this Saturday, 6/11, that will provide some variety as to how you whet your live music appetite.If you're looking for a...