CHICAGO – Rock legends don’t just leave behind timeless tracks — they also leave behind instruments that command millions at auction. From Fender Stratocasters played by Jimi Hendrix and David Gilmour to the acoustic guitar that accompanied Kurt Cobain on MTV Unplugged, these pieces of music history have become some of the most valuable collectibles…
CHICAGO — Handwritten song lyrics are more than memorabilia — they’re windows into music history, creativity, and legacy. Over the years, some of the most iconic lyrics have gone under the hammer, fetching staggering sums as collectors and museums scramble to preserve musical heritage. From Bob Dylan’s poetic scrawls to Paul McCartney’s last-minute studio notes,…
NASHVILLE, TN – The votes are in, and fans across the internet have spoken: Sam Hunt has officially been crowned country music’s most handsome man, according to a new crowdsourced ranking from Ranker.com. With thousands of fan votes tallied, the list celebrates the heartthrobs of the genre — and the final rankings might just surprise…
HERSHEY, PA – Concert magic took on a new meaning this weekend when Shania Twain turned her Hersheypark Stadium performance into an unforgettable memory for two young fans. The global country-pop superstar paused her set to invite 9-year-old best friends Violet and Hazel on stage — and what followed was as heartwarming as it was…
CHICAGO – Sabrina Carpenter is no stranger to playful rollouts, but her latest might be her most adorable yet. With her seventh studio album “Man’s Best Friend” set to drop on August 29 via Island Records, Carpenter enlisted the help of a golden retriever puppy — and a few lucky fans — to unveil her…
CHICAGO – Country star Sam Hunt is known for hits like “Body Like a Back Road” and “Take Your Time,” but in a recent conversation with Taste of Country Nights, he turned the spotlight toward three of his favorite entertainers in the business — and fans are buzzing about his picks. Hunt’s Top Picks for…
CHICAGO — Chicago’s music lovers are celebrating after the city was named one of the top three music destinations in the world, beating out industry giants like New York City, Nashville, and Los Angeles in a new ranking by TimeOut. In a surprise twist, Chicago claimed the #3 spot globally, trailing only London and Berlin…
CHICAGO – What began as a hand-drawn comic in an alternative weekly has now become a beloved Chicago institution. The Secret History of Chicago Music, created by musician and artist Steve Krakow, is celebrating 20 years of telling the stories of Chicago’s forgotten and overlooked musical talents. Published for two decades in the Chicago Reader,…
CHICAGO — A brand-new neighborhood music festival is set to debut this September in Edgewater, bringing more than 35 musical acts, 100 local vendors, and a wave of excitement to the North Side. The Edgewater Music Fest will run September 5–7 along North Broadway between Thorndale and Ardmore Avenues, marking the first large-scale event of…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A historic Stradivarius viola recently stunned the music world with a jaw-dropping $30 million valuation, officially making it the most expensive musical instrument in existence. The 335-year-old Tuscan-Medici viola, crafted in 1690 by the legendary luthier Antonio Stradivari, was formally gifted to the Library of Congress, cementing its legacy as a national…