Some Chicagoans came to appreciate “Messiah” as a piece of music with appeal that extended beyond its Christian themes.

After attending yoga classes that didn't quite fit his style, Colton Ksiazek and his friend Jake Degler created a space for ...

Each Wednesday, WTTW News producer Josh Terry presents must-see live music shows from indie rock to jazz, country, hip-hop and more.

The incentives in music journalism say it makes economic sense to cover popular artists. But loving music isn’t about making ...

Chicago has plenty of alternatives to yet another jinglefest — some from other musical genres or cultures, some keeping offbeat traditions and some from musical organizations for which December is ...

Lollapalooza 2025 is now over at Grant Park. This year’s festival showcased an impressive blend of breakthrough acts and established favorites, with headliners like Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter ...

When Empty Bottle opened in 1992, the venue quickly earned a reputation as a “cat-ridden hole-in-the-wall bar.” While some things have stayed the same (there’s still cheap drinks and a house cat, Peg, ...

Chicago and Styx will team for their first joint tour this summer. Here's where they'll play and how to get tickets.

“You’re The Inspiration” came out in 1984. Written by Peter Cetera and David Foster, the sweet love song was actually written for Kenny Rogers instead, who ultimately passed on the song. “David Foster ...

The upcoming El Tambó is going to be a multinational lovefest, featuring music by Chicago-based Dos Santos and New York’s Karikatura. Both are virgins to the Tucson scene, so come show them how the ...

Music education fosters creativity, confidence, cognitive and motor skills, and social development. For families in Chicago, the city offers a wide spectrum – from preschool sing-alongs to teen rock ...