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“Unspeakable” paints transfixing portrait of tortured comic legend Richard Pryor

When Richard Pryor was in his comedic prime, he was regularly combating racism, discussing taboo topics and saying forbidden words on stage, much to the chagrin of censors [More…]

Franz Ferdinand and Sparks at Vic Theatre

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Madonna mesmerizes with sold out “Rebel Heart” reinvention

On her first Chicago stop in three years, Madonna once again sold out the United Center equipped with the tenacity and reinvention ability that’s made her the reigning pop [More…]

Scorpions celebrate 50 years with loads of sting left

In spite of the fact that Scorpions bluffed a farewell tour a few years ago, the hard rock/heavy metal heroes had at least two worthwhile reasons to celebrate on this [More…]

Franz Ferdinand and Sparks team for FFS supergroup, plot Vic Theatre visit

A generation may separate ‘70s/‘80s art rock turned new wave experimenters Sparks and post millennial indie rock/dance pop revivalists Franz Ferdinand, but toss them [More…]

John Mellencamp at Farm Aid 30

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Willie Nelson at Farm Aid 30

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Willie Nelson lives up to the legend at The Venue

The list of legends that landed at The Venue At Horseshoe Casino continues to grow now that Willie Nelson graced the Hammond hot spot, and after throwing down over 20 tunes [More…]

Foreigner at Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

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Billy Joel hits a grand slam at Wrigley Field record setter

The record books keep filling up for Billy Joel, who didn’t just become the most frequently performing musician in Madison Square Garden history, but also took the all time [More…]