In Review: Passion Pit at The Vic
“I wrote this review too many times and tried to get too clever with it. So I cut it all and decided to let the photos speak about the experience of the show.”
June Show Recs
Lee Ketch “Spiritual Milk For American Babes” Review
“Like a children’s book, Lee forgoes the intellectual dance of adult record making and taps into something primal and beautiful and spectacularly visual.”
twin coast Talks new EP “noie! noie! noie!”
twin coast’s latest EP elicits a cosmic soundscape that will take you into a world of your own.
May Show Recs
Amplified Chicago Live - Red Scarves
Amplified Chicago Live - Monroe
March Show Recs
February Show Recs
“Common Rituals” EP Review
“The four tracks are body thrashing punk songs whose recordings sound just as electrifying as they do when played live.”
“For Who The Bell Tolls For” Album Review
“Jonathan Rado’s latest album, “For Who the Bell Tolls For,” is an intimate and poetic collection of songs composed of playful instrumentals reminiscent of 60s and 70s rock.”
Local Music Recap
A look at standout singles and a couple EPs from local artists that are ending the year with a bang.
“Arellano” Album Review
“La Rosa Noir is a Chicago based group whose music fuses together the vigorous sound of surf rock with the nostalgic sound of the 90s.”
Flyte Album Review
“Flyte’s newly released self-titled album offers a somber yet comforting collection of songs perfect for curling up in front of a fire and enjoying a cup of tea.”
In Review: Slow Pulp at Thalia Hall
“The atmosphere of Thalia Hall was similar to that of the last day of school before summer break.”
TV Party “Psychic Driving” Album Review
“Psychic Driving is the kind of album that would have pioneers of the punk music movement proud of today’s generation.”
Girl Ray “Prestige” Album Review
“Since disco-inspired music is a party that’s too damn fun to ignore, London based trio Girl Ray released their third album, Prestige, to play their part in paying homage to disco’s legacy. “
An Evening with Courtney Barnett
“For about 90 minutes, I sat with my legs pulled up to me, watching Courtney Barnett play a solo set from about a foot in front of her, on the floor. “
In Review: Tom Odell At The Vic
“One of the most impressive tools in Odell’s arsenal is his emotional storytelling, which is certainly a large part of what has led so many people to connect with his music.”
Amplified Chicago Live - The Trenchies
The Trenchies perform music from their debut album Addie’s Got A Famous Dad.