"Bryan Doherty bends the bass into something rarely heard, but entirely worth the price of admission." So says All Music Guide, and they're right: Much like Doherty's brilliant bass playing, his band Hood Smoke blends soul and pop a la Rufus, David Byrne and The Band. Hood Smoke's line-up reads like a "who's who" of…
Aston "Family Man" Barrett has been playing bass for the Wailers since 1969, when an idealistic Bob Marley formed the nucleus of the band. Barrett now tours with a rotating troop of musicians, covering the hits everyone knows and loves. I've seen them three times and I can't wait to hear them again this week in…
The Harris Theater for Music and Dance, in association with Lyric Unlimited, presents the return of Beyond the Aria - the highly acclaimed performance series produced by the Harris Theater which pairs internationally celebrated opera singers of Lyric's main-stage alongside rising stars from The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center at Lyric Opera…
Behind the signature black frames and hair, lies honesty and truth of voice increasingly rare in today's musical landscape – it is for this reason Daley has continued to rise on his journey to becoming budding future-soul prodigy. Revisit our 2014 exclusive interview with Daley here: http://chicagoings.com/daley/
Hungry for a taste of Iceland, Chicago? Between Thursday, March 17 and Sunday, March 20, Chicagoans will have the opportunity to experience Iceland’s own cuisine and culture with Taste of Iceland in Chicago. Put on by Iceland Naturally immediately following the launch of Icelandair’s direct route to Chicago O’Hare International Airport on March 16. Taste…
An Intimate Evening with Violinist Lee England Jr. and Love Notes Music Organization International Artist and Violinist, Lee England Jr., recently acquired by Quincy Jones Productions management, is set to launch his global music initiative with a charitable gala in his hometown of Waukegan, IL on March 20, 2016 at 7 PM, in partnership with…
With Chicago roots and Texas ties, Daphne Willis brings both musicality and grit to the songs she writes and plays. Born in San Antonio to a classically trained vocalist and audio engineer, Daphne began singing at an early age and found her way to the guitar in high school. Since then, she’s developed the confidence,…
By extremely popular demand Beauty Bar has decided to change their regular weekend Happy Hour. For 3 Nights they will be celebrating the life & music of PRINCE. $4 Champage Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7pm-9pm Custom PRINCE Nail Decals No cover, 21+ Thursday 7pm-9pm Music by DJ Rene Romero, Movie on the screen: Under the Cherry…
The Purple Xperience, a five-piece tribute band hailing from Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been zig-zagging around the country since February of 2011, bringing the memories of Prince and The Revolution to audiences of all generations. Led by Matt Fink (a/k/a Doctor Fink), a member of Prince and The Revolution from 1978 to 1991, The Purple Xperience…
A special set by the rooftop’s own resident DJ Kareem to honor the genius, spirit, mystery and music that is Prince! Come take a shot of Purple Rain and say farewell to a legend whose music will live on forever. More info: The J. Parker (Facebook)
Punch House is dedicating Saturday night to this man and his music. His sound defied genres. From his many side projects with artists like Sheila E., The Time, Vanity 6, The Family and many more. To all of his original work as the one we all know as Prince. Playing all the rare songs/b-sides and…
A Special Healing Edition of LOVESEXY Celebrating the Life of Prince Join DJ Kwest-On for a special edition of his long-running Prince dance party LOVESEXY celebrating the life of one of the greatest musical innovators of all time. This free event will feature the best music, video and artifacts of Prince's prolific career. Relive the…
Emporium Arcade Bar and Otter Presents... SUPERNATURAL BEINGS The Music of Michael Jackson, James Brown, and Prince -Marcus Rezak (Digital Tape Machine, FlightWave, Stratosphere All-Stars) -Todd Stoops (RAQ, Rhythmatronix) -Mike Greenfield (Lotus, Electron) -Clay Parnell (Particle, Brothers Past) -Emily Nichols (Woo Park) -Marty Gierczyk (Chicago Funk Mafia) -Christian Rogala (Fluid Minds) plus more special guests!…
Supporting Ravinia's Reach Teach Play Education Programs. MUSIC MATTERS Music is a powerful part of a complete education. It sparks creativity in the minds of children and teaches them valuable teamwork and problem solving skills. Yet today, many schools across Chicago lack the resources to provide music education. With your support Ravinia can change that.…
Merit’s annual Gala is the largest fund raising event of the year featuring performances by Merit’s students. The 2016 Alice S. Pfaelzer Award for Distinguished Service to the Arts will be presented to Anthony and Demarre McGill, principal clarinet and flute of the New York Philharmonic and Dallas Symphony Orchestra, respectively, and their parents, Ira Carol and…
