A$AP Rocky Opens His Don’t Be Dumb Tour in Chicago With High-Octane Energy, a Two-Hour Set and a Few Stumbles
The rapper kicked off his latest run at the United Center with spectacle, momentum and a show that occasionally lost its footing.
Herbie Hancock, Buddy Guy and a Papal Message Anchor Chicago’s Crowning Jazz Day Concert With Global Star Power
A packed showcase of jazz legends and a surprise message from Pope Leo XIV turned Chicago’s International Jazz Day concert into a hometown celebration.
Corinne Bailey Rae Celebrates Two Decades of Soulful Songs in Chicago Concert That Reminded Fans She Is Far More Than One Hit
At the Athenaeum, the British singer covered 20 years of music in a two-hour set that highlighted the range behind her biggest song.
Bruce Springsteen’s Hope and Dreams Tour Brings a Pointed Message to Chicago Fans at a Sold-Out United Center
Springsteen and the E Street Band turned the United Center into a charged night of rock, protest and fan devotion.
They Might Be Giants Bring Chicago a Witty, High-Energy Vic Theatre Run That Blends Old Favorites With New Songs
The veteran nerd-rock duo mixed classics, fresh material and playful banter in a two-set Vic Theatre show that reminded fans why the band still endures.
A$AP Rocky Launches His ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ Tour in Chicago With Arena Drama, Political Imagery and Nearly 40 Songs
The rapper turned the United Center into a cinematic spectacle, mixing new material, deep cuts and a SWAT-team stage setup.
Bruce Springsteen Turns Chicago United Center Into a Marathon Protest Concert With E Street Band and Tom Morello
The Boss mixed classics, covers and new material in a long Chicago set that leaned on hope, resistance and crowd-pleasing momentum.
Rush Honors Neil Peart at Chicago Comeback Show as the Band Returns With a New Drummer and a Packed United Center Run
The Canadian rock veterans opened a four-night Chicago stand with an early tribute to their late drummer and a reminder of why fans never let go.
Rush’s Chicago Reunion With Drummer Anika Nilles Turns a Sold-Out United Center Run Into a Moving Celebration for Fans
The prog-rock legends returned with a revamped lineup, emotional tributes to Neil Peart and a set that blended power with joy.
Bruno Mars Brings a Retro Feel-Good Soldier Field Concert to Chicago With Singing and Dance Moves Front and Center
The sold-out show leaned on performance, not spectacle, and highlighted why Mars remains a rare modern pop headliner.
