Our favorite albums of the year include a new release from Chance the Rapper and the final album engineered by Steve Albini.

The six-man soul group takes the stage Friday for its fifth annual “Hollyy-Days” show, with holiday covers and new songs.

These are the 2025 albums I loved the best, played the most, and felt the deepest — 20 of them, because there were too many greats to cut it down to a mere top ten. Musically, they’re all over the map ...

The story of Chicago rock outfit Sybris is partly about the infrastructure of independent music and the networks that keep it ...

The 33-year-old enlisted artist Slate for the devilish cover art, and $9.99 CD versions quickly sold out. Resellers have listed the four CD pack on sites such as eBay for prices north of $300 and $400 ...

From Lady Gaga and Geese to Lily Allen and Rosalía, these are the albums our staff believes every music lover should hear.

Limited tickets may also be available via SeatGeek and StubHub. “West End Girl” was released on Oct. 24, and is Allen’s first studio album in seven years. The album includes the lead single “Madeline” ...

Ever since Elvis and The Beatles spawned an army of imitators, tribute bands have been popular. Why are they having a moment now like never before?

The lights are twinkling and there's music in the air! Kristopher James joins us for a holiday special of Live Music Showcase!

With boost from pop stars Olivia Rodrigo and Dua Lipa, Mormon-inspired chain plans Southwest Florida 2026 debut at two spots. What's Swig dirty soda?

The Old 97's are ringing in the new year with a rocking revelry. The genre-defying band takes a mini residency December 29-31 ...

Volo Antique Malls is located in Volo, Illinois, making it an easy day trip from Chicago or a worthwhile stop for anyone traveling through the northern part of the state. The complex is open ...