Rockstar Rodie. The Chicago Theatre. Dec 28, 2018. Photo by- Kevin Baker @ImKevinBaker. Chicago, Il

Chicago Music Rockstar Rodie Tears Down Pre NYE Jam at The Chicago Theatre

December 30, 2018January 5, 2019 CM Staffchicago, Chicago Music, hip hop, Live Music, Music, pre nye jam, rap, RAP music, rapper, rockstar rodie, The Chicago Theatre, zo ent

Chicago Music and Zo Ent has their sights set high on Chicago’s Hip Hop Hippie Rockstar Rodie. Following up from his spectacular performance at Summer Jam 2018 at the United Center. Rodie’s performance was high intensity from the time he took the stage. His set consisted of songs from his mixtape “Perfect Timing” which will be released on New Year’s Eve. Be sure to check out his music and show some love for Chicago’s own. Photos and Video by: Kevin Baker @ImKevinBaker Jason Pinkney @TheCameraGoon

Reviews

Greta Van Fleet rock the first night of their 3 night sold out run at the Aragon

December 14, 2018December 17, 2018 Brett BergenAragon Ballroom, Black Smoke Rising, Daniel Wagner, Flower Power, Greta Van Fleet, Highway Tune, Jacob Kiszka, Jam Productions, Joshua Kiszka, Rock N Roll, Safari Song, Samuel Kiszka, Uptown, When The Curtain Falls, WXRT

Greta Van Fleet have quickly become a massive success in the industry and giving a new generation a reason to fall in love with Rock N Roll. It’s not with out criticism as well. Being a band that has burst onto the scene so rapidly, you really want to know more about them and who influenced them. Some who criticize GVF say that they are copying Led Zeppelin, but if you ever go to see them live, you will know that is not the case. Their influences span many legends…

Reviews

Thom Yorke performs Tommorrow’s Modern Boxes at Chicago Theatre

December 6, 2018 Brett BergenAmok, Atoms for Peace, Black Swan, Default, Eraser, I Am a Very Rude Person, radiohead, Reckoner, Suspiria, The Axe, The Chicago Theatre, The Clock, Thom Yorke, Tommorow's Modern Boxes, Unmade

Thom Yorke returned to Chicago for his solo tour after a very successful two night run at the United Center with Radiohead this Summer. Tuesday night’s sold out show at the Chicago Theatre was a sight to behold. Very much a departure from what you would expect from a Radiohead show. Much darker in tone and way more ambient. Thom Yorke brought along the longtime Radiohead producer, Nigel Godrich, and visual artist Tarik Barri for this tour. The tour is in support of Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes, which was released back…

Reviews

Tenacious D brings Post-Apocalypto to The Riviera for 2 sold out shows

November 16, 2018November 21, 2018 Brett BergenDouble Team, Fuck Her Gently, Gospel of Good Times, Jack Black, JB and KG, John Konesky, Kickapoo, Kielbasa, Kyle Gass, Mike Bray, Post-Apocalypto, Riviera Theater, Rize of the Fenix, Saxaboom, The Riviera, tribute, Two Man Job, Wonderboy, Wynchester

Tenacious D made their triumphant return to Chicago with two face melting nights of rock. This was a hot ticket and both nights sold out rather quickly. Jack Black and Kyle Gass brought their Post-Apocalypto tour in all it’s glory along with a slew of hits from their previous albums. Jack and Kyle had Wynchester along for the ride to open up the nights and this duo hit it out of the park on the 2nd night. Wynchester consists of Mike Bray and John Konesky. They have been apart of The Kyle…

Reviews

The Joy Formidable sells out Lincoln Hall in support of their album ‘Aaarth’

November 12, 2018December 11, 2018 Brett BergenA Heavy Abacus, Aaarth, Bed Case, Buoy, Cicada (Land on Your Back), Cradle, Jess Abbott, Kevin Medina, lincoln hall, Matthew James Thomas, Ostrich, Passerby, Pretty Girls, Queen of New York, Rhiannon "Ritzy" Bryan, Rhydian Dafydd, Something Else, Tancred, Terrence Vitali, The Better Me, The Everchanging Spectrum of a Lie, The Greatest Light Is the Greatest Shade, The Joy Formidable, The Wrong Side, This Ladder Is Ours, Whirring, Y Bluen Eira

The Joy Formidable made their way back to Chicago with a fun and energetic night that began with Tancred kicking off the night with a solid set. Tancred is the stage name of Jess Abbott, formerly the guitarist of the indie rock band Now Now. She and her touring band fit in perfect to set the tone of the evening. With 4 albums under her belt, Jess has a plethora of songs to choose from and her set was fantastic. Listening to her perform live, the music is very reminiscent…

Nas. Wintrust Arena. Photo: Jeremy Franklin

Reviews

Photos: Red Bull Music Festival Chicago Opens with Nas, Pusha T, Teyanna Taylor, Valee and more

November 9, 2018November 9, 2018 Jeremy Franklin

Red Bull Music Festival Chicago brought together legends, luminaries, and rising stars from both genres for one incredible star-studded night at Wintrust Arena. Performances from Nas, Pusha T, Valee, Teyana Taylor, Desiigner and 070 Shake. Red Bull Music Festival Opening Night will celebrated the past, present, and future of rap and R&B. Check out the photos and recap video of seeing these entertainers take stage to open Red Bull’s Music Festival. For more information about the concerts this month visit here. Red Bull Music Festival Photos Wintrust

Masego.Photo By: Brandon Jones @renavision. Chicago, IL

Reviews

Photos: Masego Brings Silky Smooth Tunes to the Metro

November 7, 2018November 7, 2018 Brandon Jones

On October 25th, Masego arrived in Chicago and put on quite an explosive show of smooth tunes and moves at Metro Chicago. His debut album, ‘Lady Lady,’ is one of the best and most standout albums of 2018. A masterful fusion of R&B, jazz, trap, and sensual and reliable skits. With his first international tour running smoothly and selling out everywhere, there isn’t a doubt that 2018 has been quite a special one for the rising star. Photos by Brandon Jones

Reviews

Gregory Alan Isakov gave an absolutely beautiful sold out show at The Vic

November 7, 2018December 11, 2018 Brett BergenAmsterdam, Big Black Car, Caves, Gregory Alan Isakov, Haley Heynderickx, Jeb Bows, John Grisby, Max Barcelow, Phil Parker, Steve Varney, The Stable Song, The Universe, the vic theater, This Empty Northern Hemisphere

Gregory Alan Isakov packed The Vic Theater for a night of mesmerizing folk music. Touring in support of his new album Evening Machines, fans filled the venue early to pick the best spot to see this memorable show. Greg brought Haley Heynderickx along to open the evening and she wowed the crowd with her solo performance. She entered the NPR tiny desk concert 3 years in a row and gained a lot of notoriety in the process. Hailing from Portland, Oregon, she is a singer songwriter that is gaining popularity…