In Their Own Language: Chicago’s The Back Alley on Finding Their Sound, Chasing White Whale Venues and a New Single Interview by Shawna O’Hara, Editor – Photos by: James Scully On a muggy September evening at Gallagher Way at Wrigley Field, Chicago’s The Back Alley prepared to check another dreamContinue Reading
From family gatherings in Puebla to Chicago’s parks, clubs, and radio waves, Sonido Trumbull Shadow 99 sees cumbia as more than music—it’s a way to build community, preserve culture, and give people a place to feel at home.Continue Reading
Young Punk Power: Kim Theory Embrace Love, Positivity and Opportunity at Lollapalooza By Dahlia Kelly – Photos by Dennis Kelly Dahlia: So you guys played last night, opening for Finn Wolfhard. How was that? Audrey: It was so fun. The venue was super cool. It was such an amazing experience.Continue Reading
Surfing For Daisy Brought Incredible Energy And Hometown Crowd To The BMI Stage On Lollapalooza Day Four Interview by: Shawna O’Hara – Photo by Jina Kelly When Surfing For Daisy began playing porches in their native Asbury Park, New Jersey, they never thought they’d get so far as to beContinue Reading
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Expect The Unexpected With INK [INTERVIEW] Interview by Alina Pawl-Castanon – Photo by: Santiago Sanchez Grammy Award-winning artist INK made her Lolla Debut at the BMI stage on the third day of festivities, bringing her Atlanta roots with her to Chicago. Adorned in her signature turquoise, a cowboy hat withContinue Reading
Before taking the stage at Lollapalooza, Claire Rosinkranz sat down with Chicago Music Guide to discuss her music, creative inspiration, and the positivity she hopes to bring to fans during one of the summer’s biggest festivals.Continue Reading
Just before debuting their new collaboration on Lollapalooza’s Perry Stage, Jordin Sparks and Avello discuss the exciting performance and how the song came together.Continue Reading
Yung Gravy sat down with Chicago Music Guide at Lollapalooza to unveil details about his upcoming album Joy Rider, explain why he’s returning to his signature sound, and preview the next chapter of his music career.Continue Reading
Chicago’s Braymores Make Incredible, Long-Awaited Debut at Lollapalooza By: Shawna O’Hara, Editor – Photo by: Dennis M. Kelly Thursday, July 30th marked an important day in the life of hometown indie-rock quartet The Braymores. When the band took the stage at Lollapalooza, the moment felt earned: their debut at theContinue Reading
Amble Brings a Piece of Ireland, and Plenty of Family, to LollapaloozaContinue Reading
