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Posted inMusic

Bandcamp Fridays approach their first birthday

by Leor Galil March 3, 2021August 18, 2021

The U.S. could’ve had live music back already, but at least Bandcamp is still helping the artists making do without.

Azita Youssefi has been making music in Chicago for 30 years.
Posted inMusic

Azita has more to say and more ways to say it

by Mark Guarino March 3, 2021August 18, 2021

For Glen Echo, Azita Youssefi’s first album in more than eight years, she played and recorded every instrument herself.

Posted inMusic

No-wave luminaries the Scissor Girls give their 1992 demo its first-ever vinyl release

by J.R. Nelson and Leor Galil December 1, 2020August 18, 2021

No-wave luminaries the Scissor Girls give their 1992 demo its first-ever vinyl release, radio producer Morgan Sherm debuts the rap podcast Another Element, and more.

Posted inMusic

Thomas Comerford, filmmaker and singer-songwriter

by Salem Collo-Julin May 26, 2020August 18, 2021

“To me that’s kind of the magical part, bringing the songs to various people to work on them together.”

Posted inMusic

Chicago no wave celebrates itself

by J.R. Nelson and Leor Galil May 1, 2019August 18, 2021

The Co-Prosperity Sphere devotes a concert and exhibit to 90s Chicago no wave, and the CHIRP Record Fair returns for year 17.

Posted inMusic

John Corbett celebrates his latest book with free barbecue and fantastic bands

by J.R. Nelson and Leor Galil April 2, 2019August 18, 2021

John Corbett celebrates his latest book with free barbecue and fantastic bands, self-described “Bruce jazz” trio Poplife play a farewell-for-now show, and more.

Posted inMusic

Art imitates the lineup on the gig poster of the week

by Salem Collo-Julin March 13, 2019August 18, 2021

This week’s featured gig poster was designed by Chicago-based artist Dmitry Samarov for the release party of this book Music to My Eyes.

Posted inMusic

Reality TV star and tattoo artist Phor showcases his rap skills at 1st Ward

by J.R. Nelson and Leor Galil January 16, 2018August 18, 2021

Reality TV star and tattoo artist Phor showcases his rap skills at 1st Ward, tape label Love Lion pays tribute to the Chicago underground, and more.

Posted inMusic

Guitarists Ryley Walker and Bill MacKay whip up some sorely needed holiday cheer

by J.R. Nelson and Leor Galil December 20, 2016August 18, 2021

Guitarists Ryley Walker and Bill MacKay whip up some sorely needed holiday cheer, Timbuck2Forever returns to Metro to honor the fallen Chicago DJ, and more.

Posted inMusic

Gossip Wolf: Bloodyminded drop their first album in seven years

by J.R. Nelson and Leor Galil November 6, 2013August 19, 2021

Bloodyminded drop their first album in seven years, Bring Your Ray Gun celebrate their debut EP, and more.

Posted inBlogs

City announces 2013 lineups for Downtown Sound, Loops & Variations, and Made in Chicago

by Peter Margasak April 2, 2013August 19, 2021

What’s scheduled for some of this summer’s best free concert series.

Posted inBlogs

Best shows to see: Azita, Jeb Bishop, Six Organs of Admittance, Foxygen

by Philip Montoro December 6, 2012August 19, 2021

This weekend’s best concerts include Azita, Jeb Bishop, Six Organs of Admittance, Foxygen, High on Fire, and the last Country Calendar show

Posted inBest of Chicago

Best Singer-Songwriter

by Peter Margasak June 20, 2012August 19, 2021

Azita

Posted inBlogs

Drag City unveils its Soccer Club Club on Friday

by Peter Margasak May 31, 2012August 19, 2021

Drag City celebrates a new space with paintings by Lisa Alvarado and music by Natural Information Society and Azita

Posted inBlogs

Sound-art satellites

by Peter Margasak November 3, 2011August 19, 2021

This weekend’s Sound Art Theories Symposium brings with it some enticing installations and performances.

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