Chicagoans don’t need an excuse to talk about house music, but when the biggest pop star in the world drops a record indebted to house, you can expect more than just a conversation. Beyoncé’s Renaissance has effectively evangelized for this Chicago-born sound since the album came out in July, not least because she shaped it […]
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Roll up for the percolator on the gig poster of the week
This week’s featured gig poster was created by singer, DJ, and producer Green Velvet, aka Cajmere.
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Fulton Market venue the Mid announces its pending closure
You’ve got till February 2019 to say good-bye to the EDM-focused club.
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Ravyn Lenae, Saba, Sir the Baptist, and other Chicago acts sizzled at Mamby on the Beach
Mamby on the Beach booked lots of great locals, and we’ve got photos to prove it.
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The Humanities Fest goes to Bronzeville
A series of events in the south-side neighborhood is rounded out by a panel and dance party devoted to house music.
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Spring Awakening Music Festival
The Spring Awakening Music Festival has Carl Cox, Skrillex, and Diplo, but absolutely no glow sticks
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How Chicago house got its groove back
Chicago house music is the sound of global pop today. In the 90s, though, it was on life support—until a new wave of producers got its groove back.
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The Reader’s Guide to the North Coast Music Festival
Featuring Paul Kalkbrenner, Chemical Brothers, Flying Lotus, Moby, Benga, and more, plus afterparties
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Music for Feet
The Chicago dance style footwork already has MTV’s attention. But footwork music may be too weird for mainstream ears.
