Friko’s sophomore album could be described as the musical equivalent of “Planes, Trains and Automobiles.” Except the band’s unending touring journey from Chicago and back again the past couple of ...

As a studio guitarist, recording engineer, producer, and more, Ron Steele has had a hand in thousands of records without ever becoming a marquee name.

If there is such a thing as a quintessential Midwestern record, Case Oats has crafted a solid one with “Last Missouri Exit,” her debut album out Friday. The Chicago musician’s record offers 10 tracks ...

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Since 2005 Plastic Crimewave (aka Steve Krakow) has used the Secret History of Chicago Music to shine a light on worthy artists with Chicago ties who’ve been forgotten, underrated, or never noticed in ...

A Chicago band said one of the world's biggest rappers used part of their song on his new album — but said Travis Scott failed to credit, compensate, or clear the sample. After years of working on and ...

In the heart of Chicago’s Grant Park, the Sueños Music Festival celebrated Latinos over Memorial Day weekend. Thousands flocked downtown Chicago for the fourth edition of the festival that has brought ...

Rolling Stone‘s interview series Last Man Standing features long-form conversations between senior writer Andy Greene and musicians who are the last remaining members of iconic bands. In some cases, ...