Tag: Chicago Reader
Aight Bet: Energizing Fusion of Hip-Hop and Hardcore by South-side Collective
Aight Bet: The Rising Stars of Chicago's Music Scene In the vibrant and diverse music landscape of Chicago, a new collective has emerged, blending hardcore...
Drazek Fuscaldo: Chicago Duo’s Musical Journey – Chicago Reader
Drazek Fuscaldo: Chicago Duo's Musical Journey Przemyslaw Krzysztof Drazek and Brent Fuscaldo have embarked on a captivating musical journey since 2008, evolving their sound and...
Survival Improvisation: Lily Glick Finnegan & Gabby Fluke-Mogul – Chicago Reader
Survival Improvisation: Lily Glick Finnegan & Gabby Fluke-Mogul In the world of improvised music, first encounters are not awkward but rather opportunities for exploration and...
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Lutenist Jozef van Wissem Scores F.W. Murnau’s Nosferatu – Chicago Reader
Jozef van Wissem, a talented lutenist and composer, has recently released a single titled "The Call of the Deathbird" along with a ten-minute video....
Tanya Cabrera: The People’s Advocate in Chicago – Chicago Reader 2024
Tanya Cabrera, a prominent figure in Chicago, has been making waves as the chairperson of the Illinois DREAM Fund (ILDF). Raised in Chicago, Cabrera...
Norman W. Long: The Natural Listener – Chicago Reader People Issue 2024
Norman W. Long is a composer and sound artist who found his passion for experimental music while studying at Illinois State University in the...
Revitalizing the Rust Belt: Exploring Chicago’s Transformation
The Rust Belt, a term used to describe the postindustrial midwest, has often been overlooked by mainstream media. However, since 2013, Belt Publishing has...
Exploring the Impact of Trump’s Policies on Chicago – Chicago Reader
Earlier this month, the University of Chicago revealed a new study that utilized AI technology to examine presidential speeches. The study focused on Donald...
Jonathan Rosenbaum Interview: Insights from Chicago Reader Critic
Jonathan Rosenbaum, a renowned film critic, had an unexpected journey to his career. Growing up in Florence, Alabama, with a grandfather who owned a...
Expanding Leadership Team at Chicago Reader: A Look Inside
The Reader Institute for Community Journalism (RICJ), which operates the Chicago Reader, is excited to announce the recent expansion of its leadership team. Returning to...
India Ramey: Finding Strength in Country Music on Baptized by the Blaze
Nashville singer-songwriter India Ramey has a powerful story that fuels her music. Growing up with financial struggles, familial mental illness, and witnessing abuse, Ramey...
Dr. Gabba: Acid Heart Pumping Dance Floor – Chicago Reader
Dr. Gabba is a rising star in the world of acid house music, drawing inspiration from the nostalgic days of dial-up Internet. Hailing from...
Flow Chicago Reader Review: An In-Depth Look at This Popular Publication
Gints Zilbalodis's animated film, Flow, presents a unique perspective on a post-apocalyptic world where humans have disappeared, leaving behind remnants of their existence. The...
Extra Life: Innovative Art-Rockers from Heavy New York – Chicago Reader
I first discovered the avant-garde rock band Extra Life in the late 2000s when Dan Friel, then of Parts & Labor, recommended their set...
Multihyphenate Cultural Worker Kopano in the Chicago Reader
Kopano, a talented multidisciplinary artist and cultural worker, hails from the south side of Chicago with roots in South Africa. Their journey in the...
Melissa DuPrey’s Insight on Navigating LA and Chicago: A Conversation with the Chicago Reader
Chicago native Melissa DuPrey is a multi-talented individual with a diverse career in comedy, acting, writing, producing, activism, and healing. In a recent conversation,...
Chicago Record Report: October 2024 – Latest News and Updates
The Chicago Record Report for October 2024 features a variety of new local music that has caught the attention of the Reader staff. Here...
Haunt Season Review: Chicago Reader’s Ultimate Guide to Chicago’s Halloween Attractions
Haunt Season takes the concept of a serial killer using a haunted house attraction as his hunting ground and brings it to life at...
Anora Restaurant Review: Chicago Reader’s Ultimate Guide
Sean Baker has once again proven his talent with his latest film, Anora. The movie manages to strike a delicate balance between being both...
Conclave Review: A Detailed Look at Chicago Reader’s Event
Robert Harris's book Conclave may not look like much from the cover, but the papal drama within its pages has captured the attention of...
Importance of Voting for School Board Candidates in Chicago
In Chicago, the importance of voting for school board candidates cannot be understated. The recent turnover in the Chicago Board of Education has left...
We Live in Time Book Review: Chicago Reader Review
We Live in Time is a movie that tells the story of Tobias and Almut, two individuals with very different priorities who find themselves...
Exploring Piece by Piece: A Review of the Chicago Reader – Top Insights and...
Pharrell Williams, a well-known figure on the pop music scene, is now venturing into the world of film with the release of Piece by...
Uncovering the Rise of Ashlee Bankz in Chicago’s Music Scene
Ashlee Bankz, a rising star in Chicago's music scene, has been making waves with her latest EP, "Go to Hell." In a recent interview,...
Unlocking the Generosity of Seeds: A Guide – Chicago Reader
Seeds have the power to multiply and create abundance. This was evident during a recent gathering at the native plant garden in Pottawatomie Park...
Unleashing the Best of Chicago: A Guide for Readers
Chicago is known for its 33 designated off-leash dog parks, where owners can let their furry friends run free. These parks require an annual...
Discovering the Life and Art of Paula Modersohn-Becker in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Paula Modersohn-Becker's Self-Portrait on Sixth Wedding (Anniversary) Day is a powerful piece that captures the inner turmoil and complexity of the artist's life. Despite...
Forever or Else: Damager Celebrates Rock ‘n’ Roll Camaraderie – Chicago Reader
Damager, a Chicago-based rock band, is making waves with their new album "Forever or Else." Fronted by Dan Stewart, the band draws inspiration from...
Foxing Returns to Greatness with Powerful New Music – Chicago Reader
Foxing, an emo band from Saint Louis, recently made a powerful return with their new music. The band took part in a joint headlining...
Poison Girl Friend: Nineties Japanese Trip-Hop Artist Comes to Chicago – Chicago Reader
Noriko Sekiguchi, known as Poison Girl Friend, is a talented Japanese artist who has made a name for herself in the world of downtempo,...
Transforming Tradition: Alex E. Chávez’s Debut Solo Album – Chicago Reader
Alex E. Chávez, a scholar and musician, has released his debut solo album, Sonorous Present, which is a deeply personal and introspective work that...
Chicago Alders Advocate for Missing Black Women in Push for CPD Accountability
During a recent hearing at the Chicago City Council Public Safety Committee, Bridgette Rouse shared her distress over the lack of response from the...
The Pitfalls of International Adoption: A Review of The Book of Me
MPAACT (Ma’at Production Association of Afrikan Centered Theatre) recently presented a powerful and thought-provoking play called The Book of Me at the Greenhouse Theater....
Exploring Queer Drama with Bottle Fly in Chicago Reader
Bottle Fly is a captivating play set in the Everglades, filled with queer drama and poetic dialogues that transport the audience from deep Florida...
Jocey y Las Mariachis: A Charming Band in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Visión Latino Theatre Company has brought a unique and charming autobiographical solo performance to the seventh Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival. Jocey Villa,...
Coronation: Dystopic View of Patriarchy’s End Game – Chicago Reader
Refracted Theatre Company recently presented "Coronation," a thought-provoking play by Laura Winters that explores themes of women in politics, queenship, and environmental disasters. Directed...
Stark Comedy: A Review by Chicago Reader
Lynn Nottage, a talented playwright and the first Black woman to win two Pulitzer Prizes in drama, has a wide range of interests that...
Flower Delivery in Chicago: A Guide for Chicago Reader Community
As an artist, are we inherently inclined to plant flowers in our communities, or do we learn to give back through practice? This is...
Being an Active Participant in Chicago Today: A Guide for Engaging Citizens
In February, a devastating forest fire swept through the coastal city of Viña del Mar in Chile, leaving over 130 people dead, 370 missing,...