Tag: Chicago

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Fingy: Mixing Chill Downtempo House with Pop Euphoria

Natalie Finfer, known as Fingy in the music world, is a talented Chicago producer and DJ who is blending chill downtempo house with pop...
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Amythyst Kiah’s Musical Journey Unveiled on Still + Bright – Chicago...

Amythyst Kiah, a talented singer-songwriter from Johnson City, Tennessee, has been making waves in the folk and roots music scene for over a decade....
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Juror #2 Movie Review: Chicago Reader’s Take on the Film

The portrayal of juror #2 in both the teleplay and film adaptations of "12 Angry Men" showcases a character who initially appears timid and...
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Exploring the Diverse Layers of Chicago – A Reader’s Perspective

Fall is a wonderful season, full of opportunities to wear layers and accessories while enjoying the cool, crisp air. Schuyler Smith, a design director...
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Delicious Basbousa Milkshake Recipe at Ragadan – Chicago Reader

In the world of Middle Eastern pastries, baklava reigns as the ultimate treat. However, my personal favorite is the Egyptian basbousa, a soft, syrup-soaked...
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Paulette McWilliams: The Soulful Singer Taking Center Stage in Chicago

Plastic Crimewave, also known as Steve Krakow, has been highlighting underrated and forgotten artists with ties to Chicago through the Secret History of Chicago...
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Legacy of Grandpa Bay’s Seeds: A Chicago Reader’s Story

Nate Amos and Marcus Drake, former members of the indie pop and experimental rock band Opposites, founded the record label Grandpa Bay in Chicago...
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Discover the Dark and Mysterious World of Macbeth in Chicago –...

The dark and mysterious world of Macbeth comes to life in Chicago through Invictus Theatre Company's production at Windy City Playhouse. Carolyn Kruse delivers...
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Exploring the Impact of Black Creativity in Chicago – Chicago Reader

Basketball is a beautiful game that requires teamwork but also celebrates individual style. The impact of Black creativity in Chicago is explored through the...
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Chicago Resident Criticizes Lack of Understanding on Violence and Corruption

On October 20, the Chicago Tribune published an opinion piece by David Mamet entitled “This is why Chicago was once the marvel of our...
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Psycho Killer Movie Review: Chicago Reader’s Take on The Moviegoer

The Moviegoer is a diary of a local film buff, collecting the best of what Chicago's independent and underground film scene has to offer....
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Exploring Sense Memory in Domestic Spaces: Chicago Reader Feature

In Edgewater, Chicago, lies the historic Gunder House, a Classical Revival-style mansion built in the early 20th century. Commissioned by Samuel Gunder, the president...
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Chicago Police Department Launches Million-Dollar Workforce Study – Chicago Reader

The City of Chicago recently announced plans to conduct a comprehensive study of police staffing, with the goal of making department-wide recommendations that will...
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Electronic Body Movie: Review and Analysis – Chicago Reader

Electronic Body Music (EBM) may not be a term that everyone is familiar with, but in the world of dark electronic music, it's a...
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Emilia Pérez: A Review of Her Work in Chicago – Chicago...

Emilia Pérez, a musical dark comedy directed by Jacques Audiard, has garnered attention for its unique storyline. The film follows the story of an...
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Heretic Film Review: Exploring the Depths of Chicago’s Underground Scene

Heretic, a film by A24, is an intriguing exploration of Chicago's underground scene. The movie cleverly navigates through the central debate on the nature...
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Death Becomes Bae: Exploring the Fascination with Mortality in Chicago

In a quirky love story called "Mercy Killing," directed by Greta Zandstra at Open Space Arts, the audience is taken on a journey where...
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Exploring the Hidden Truths and Humor in Chicago – Chicago Reader

Second City e.t.c.'s 48th revue, Best Kept Secret: Tell Everyone, may start a bit slow, but it eventually picks up and delivers a rewarding...
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Mother-Daughter Death Match: A Chicago Reader’s Story

Rey Andújar's play "Adverses" made its debut at Aguijón Theater in May 2016, but it returned as part of the seventh Destinos: Chicago International...
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Exploring the History and Future of Western Exhibitions in Chicago –...

Running a commercial art gallery in Chicago is no easy task, especially with the recent closures of several well-known galleries in the area. Despite...
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Sunshy: Shoegaze Prodigies Release Dazzling Debut – Chicago Reader

Sascha Deng and Wesley Park, along with their band Sunshy, have recently released their debut album, "I Don't Care What Comes Next." The album...