The Shadows and the Light, the new album from Chicago drummer Quin Kirchner, is an eclectic collection of freewheeling studio performances with a diverse range of sounds. On its second track, “Batá Chop,” the album features influences of West African batá drum and traces of Afro-Cuban drumming (which Kirchner learned as a teenager while studying […]
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Psych-pop group Roommate play their first Chicago show in more than two years
Psych-pop group Roommate play their first Chicago show in more than two years, DJ Clent spins at another giant juke, footwork, and ghetto-house blowout, and more.
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Best Music School for Graduating Contemporary Jazz Greats
Not everyone on this list graduated, but there’s no disputing the talent and vision of the players.
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Bassist and Composer Carl Testa Plays Elastic
Bassist, composer, and former Chicagoan Carl Testa debuts a new piece tonight at Elastic.