Ethel Cain Turns a Southern Gothic Set Into a Cathartic Fan Singalong, Blending Heartbreak, Horror and Big-Voiced Drama
At a recent show, Cain leaned into her concept-album mythology while still drawing a fiercely emotional response from the crowd.
Country Music’s 5 Most Shocking Deaths of 2026 Highlight a Devastating Year for Fans After Accidents and Tragedy
A look back at the losses that stunned country music listeners in 2026.
Violinist and Grant Park Orchestra Shine in Underground Chicago Concert With Mostly American Program
A subterranean performance in Chicago paired a standout violinist with the Grant Park Orchestra in a program led largely by American composers.
Kaia Gerber Shares Surprise Detail About Taylor Swift’s Wedding as Fans Keep Watching the Pop Star’s Next Big Chapter
The model’s comment added a fresh wrinkle to the ongoing fascination around Swift’s personal life and future plans.
Yung Gravy Reflects on Fame and Thanks Fans Before Surprise Lollapalooza Set in Chicago
The rapper talked about his rise and the gratitude he feels as he prepared for an unexpected festival appearance.
The Smashing Pumpkins Turned Their Chicago Finale Into a Generation-Spanning Night With Olivia Rodrigo, Yungblud and Melissa Auf Der Maur
Billy Corgan’s hometown band closed with a 17-song set that mixed classics, newer tracks and surprise guests from different eras.
Finn Wolfhard Makes His First Lollapalooza Appearance in Chicago, Bringing His Indie Rock Project to a New Festival Crowd
The Stranger Things star’s solo set leaned into Chicago-made collaborations, Wilco devotion, and a style that felt built for a smaller stage.
Slayyyter’s Last Minute Lollapalooza Upgrade Turns Her Wor$t Girl in America Set Into a Breakout Festival Moment
The St. Louis native’s main-stage debut at Lollapalooza gave her darker new era the biggest spotlight of her career so far.
Metric, Broken Social Scene and Stars Bring a Nostalgia-Heavy Chicago Triple Bill That Had Fans Feeling Every Era at Once
The Canadian indie trio of favorites shared a bill in Chicago, delivering a night built on deep cuts, communal sing-alongs, and old memories.
Lorde Surprises Lollapalooza Crowd With Charli XCX Reunion as Chicago Festival Turns Into a Fan-Favorite Moment
The New Zealand pop star’s return to Grant Park became one of Lollapalooza’s biggest talking points when Charli XCX joined her onstage.
