Glen Hansard, Irish Singer With Deep Chicago Ties, Dies at 56 After Dublin Motorcycle Crash
The Oscar-winning songwriter performed often in Chicago, lived in North Center and worked closely with local musicians and venues.
Lollapalooza 2026 Brings Four Days of Livestreams to Hulu and Disney+ With Major Headliners Fans Can Catch From Home
The Chicago festival expands its streaming reach this year, adding Disney+ alongside Hulu and offering two live channels.
Playboi Carti Brings Out Travis Scott for a Rare Chicago ‘FE!N’ Moment as the Stadium Tour Keeps Heating Up
The surprise cameo at Soldier Field turned Carti’s opening set into a fan event, with live versions of ‘FE!N,’ ‘CRUSH’ and ‘goosebumps.’
Charli Xcx’s ‘Music. Fashion. Film.’ Eyes a Strong First Week as Fans Wait for a Breakout Single to Catch On
The pop star’s latest album is tracking near her ‘Brat’ launch numbers, but no track has yet broken through on streaming or radio.
Tom Morello Sets September Solo Album Everyone Gets Everything They Want With New Single Date Night and Guest Spots From Serj Tankian
The Rage Against the Machine guitarist’s latest record arrives Sept. 25 via Mom + Pop, with vinyl variants and a politically charged new track.
Ariana Grande, Stray Kids, KATSEYE and More Headline a Packed 2026 Album Calendar Fans Will Keep Updating All Year
A running release list shows major pop, country, rock and K-pop albums scheduled across the rest of 2026.
Prince’s Estate Sets Timeless Release for Aug. 28, Pairing Rare Recordings With a New Single for Longtime Fans
The collection spans four decades of the late pop icon’s career and arrives alongside a Minneapolis tribute concert.
Obama Presidential Center Opens With Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder and Other Stars in Chicago Grand Opening Ceremony
The invite-only celebration brings former Presidents, major musicians and a public opening for the long-awaited South Side campus.
Tony Awards 2026 Salutes Chicago With Pink Leading a Star-Packed Tribute to the Broadway Revival Fans Know by Heart
The 79th Tony Awards marked 30 years of Chicago’s revival with performances and appearances from Broadway and screen favorites.
Fozzy Roll Out a New Video for I Know Evil, Giving Fans a Fresh Look at the Band’s 2026 Touring Momentum
The hard rock group pairs its latest standalone single with performance footage from the road, extending the song’s run after its spring release.
