Dublin-based singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy is touring through the states this summer, bringing his impassioned vocals and poetic lyrics to Lollapalooza on Aug. 3. Here, three spots he always hits when he’s in town. For Dinner: Maple & Ash Last time we were passing through Chicago on tour, Zach Miller invited us to Maple & Ash […]
It’s time for popular bands and up-and-coming acts to once again descend upon Grant Park for Lollapalooza. Not a fan? You can still spend time in the city at Pilsen’s Fiesta del Sol. Or, get your music fix in Rosemont, where Kelly Clarkson is making her latest tour stop. Then, visit Evanston for the annual […]
What do Shakespeare and rap have in common? A lot more than you might initially think—at least according to the Q Brothers. GQ and JQ, a pair of clever, creative Chicago brothers, have traveled the world writing, directing and performing witty, entertaining shows. From musical hip-hop “add-RAP-tations” of Shakespearean plays to freestyle kiddie concerts about […]
Adults can do Lolla—oh yes they can! I go every year and I’m 54. It’s a great 4-day music fest—you can buy passes for 1, 2, 3 or 4 days—in Grant Park, the heart of our beautiful city. Unlike other fests, it’s not in the middle of nowhere. It’s somewhere good—with lake breezes, Buckingham Fountain, […]
Lollapalooza Music Festival is an indie music fans’ Mecca. It attracts plenty of hipsters throughout the three days it runs, but the crowd at “Lolla” transcends the stereotypes associated with music festival crowds. People attend Lolla regardless of their age, style or musical preferences, simply because anyone who gets themselves down to Grant Park the […]
Summer offers plenty of opportunities for listening to music outdoors whether you’re into rock, pop or classical. But sometimes the unpredictable Chicago weather and other obstacles can get in the way of enjoying a set from your favorite band, so here are a few outfit suggestions from an experienced concert goer. Lollapalooza The key to […]
An earthy voice that could easily belong to a major rock chanteuse sang out a cover of Harry Nilsson’s 1974 classic, “Don’t Forget Me” on a lawn in the June twilight. The voice was 12-year-old Elenna Sindler, an 8th grader at Northbrook Junior High. Sindler is the lead singer of Northbrook Garage, a blues-rock band […]
Patrick Stump, who will perform at Lollapalooza on Aug. 6, never dreamt of pop stardom, but passion and talent landed him there nonetheless. As his band, Fall Out Boy, rose out of the Chicago hardcore and punk scenes to success on a national scale, the spotlight landed square on Stump’s soulful voice. The Grammy-nominated group […]
One of the country’s premier music fests, Lollapalooza, comes to Grant Park Aug. 6-8. Val’s Tips: A 3-day pass is $215, and a 1-day pass $90. Private cabanas = pay more for comfort. Get your tickets now. They sell out AND it’s a fun thing to look forward to. When the line up comes out, start […]
