BRIT-nominated powerhouse Lola Young unveils new single “d£aler,” a raw anthem of escape from her upcoming album I’m Only Fucking Myself, out September 19. Following festival sets and chart-topping success with “Messy,” Lola’s fearless evolution shows no signs of slowing.Continue Reading
Chicago’s Side Hug returns with New Language—a brooding, shape-shifting debut album out October 31 on Easy Does It Records. Fueled by swirling guitars, raw emotion, and post-punk textures, it’s a fearless reinvention forged from personal upheaval and quiet resilience. Lead single “Biweekly,” out now, offers a hypnotic glimpse into the band’s darker, bolder new sound.Continue Reading
Amaarae Ignites Global Dance Floors With Super Seductive New Single & Video “Girlie-Pop” — New Album BLACK STAR Arrives August 8th Photo by Salomé Gomis-Trezise Boundary-pushing pop icon Amaarae returns to turn up the heat with her hypnotic new single and video, “Girlie-Pop.” Drenched in airy, sensual vocals and wrappedContinue Reading
Prepare yourself for Hell Inside — the latest onslaught from Cordyceps. Known for their blistering technicality and unrelenting brutality, the band sharpens their blackened death metal assault into nine ferocious tracks, proving once again why they’re a force to be reckoned with in extreme music.Continue Reading
British artist Jorja Smith returns with her soul-stirring new single “With You,” blending nostalgic UK club vibes with her signature silky vocals. Released alongside a cinematic video, the track arrives as she continues her acclaimed world tour—proving once again why she’s one of the UK’s most captivating voices.Continue Reading
Full band lineup revealed for Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Denver; discounted early-bird tickets end Friday – Read more here.Continue Reading
Ax and The Hatchetmen have officially released Constant Change, a fresh blend of jangly indie rock, garage grit, and sunlit harmonies. With special touches like a long-lost Rivers Cuomo demo and help from The Strokes’ Albert Hammond Jr., this EP promises pure summer escapism. Dive in before they hit the road with Fitz and the Tantrums! Continue Reading
Fresh from her acclaimed EUSEXUA tour, FKA twigs unveils “Perfectly,” a hypnotic new single paired with a striking video that celebrates the freedom, physicality, and vulnerability at the heart of her groundbreaking album.Continue Reading
Step aboard Chicago’s iconic Tall Ship Windy and discover the city like never before! Feel the breeze as you glide past the stunning skyline on a historic four-masted schooner—the first of its kind built in the U.S.A. since 1921. Whether it’s the spellbinding Monday Night Concert Series with blues legend Michael Charles, a romantic sunset sail, or a dazzling fireworks cruise, every Windy adventure promises unforgettable views, live blues, and a living history. Ready to chart your course for summer magic?Continue Reading
Winnetka Bowling League is set to roll a perfect turkey at Lollapalooza 2025—three knockout shows in a single weekend! From an aftershow strike at House of Blues to back-to-back sets on the Lakeshore Stage and Toyota Music Den, this indie-rock trio is ready to bowl Chicago over.Continue Reading
