Chicago, the birthplace of house, gospel and urban blues, has a lot to offer when it comes to live music. But, with 250 live music venues across the city, many students wonder where the best places are...

The Magnetic Fields’ first night in Chicago was part comedy show, part family reunion and full of joy for all kinds of music — though a certain 69 songs were top of mind. On Wednesday night, people...

Slaughter Beach, Dog frontman Jake Ewald exclaimed the group “sure as hell felt like a band” at its concert in Thalia Hall Sunday night. The audience could obviously confirm Ewald’s feeling, which...

Even before Icelandic-Chinese jazz singer-songwriter Laufey took the stage for her second sold-out Chicago show of “The Bewitched Tour, ” fans had proved their loyalty. The line to enter Thalia Hall...

Arguably the birthplace of house, gospel, blues and modern jazz music, Chicago offers no shortage of spots to see the next big thing in music. But with such an abundance of options, here are some picks...