by mhigginscmo
08 Sep 2016
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Hanging Hearts is a Chicago-based trio with rock energy dedicated to the fearless exploration of group improvisation. Described by critics as “hammering the walls between genres,” their music bridges the gap between jazz, rock, and experimental music. The band features Chris Weller on tenor saxophone, Cole DeGenova on keyboards, and Devin Drobka on drums. Hildegard is a venturous collaboration between two of the leading voices...
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by ghernandezcmo
05 Aug 2016
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Honey Ear Trio is a group composed of saxophonist Jeff Lederer, bassist Rene Hart and drummer Allison Miller. Together, these three passionate musicians approach the music with a sense of playfulness and elasticity. Honey Ear Trio creatively fuses the acoustic sound of a traditional saxophone trio with modern electronics. The trio explores mixing multiple genres (jass,rock,soul,folk) while bending, stretching, and decompressing the rhymic and harmonic...
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by Anthony Martinez
26 Jul 2016
5089
I’ve been a staff writer at the Chicago Reader since 1996, which is when I started writing the Post No Bills column. It ran until 2004 and was reborn a few years ago as my Reader blog. I’ve written about all kind of styles and music-related topics over the years, from proto-punkers to rabid record collectors to jazz drummers. My work has also appeared in...
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by Anthony Martinez
26 Jul 2016
4575
Howard Reich has covered the arts for the Tribune since 1978 , joined the staff in 1983, and now serves as a Jazz critic. He has written five books: “Portraits in Jazz,” “Let Freedom Swing,” “Jelly’s Blues” (with William Gaines), “Van Cliburn” and “Prisoner of Her Past” (originally published as “The First and Final Nightmare of Sonia Reich”). The latter inspired the PBS documentary film...
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by Odaliss Cornejo
18 Jul 2016
5904
The Coco Club is the perfect late night, speakeasy, underground, drinking perfection club, designed especially for those who find themselves craving something a bit more discreet and sophisticated located on the south end of Chicago. We are here to help with any questions that you might have. Brighton Park 3350 W 47th St Chicago, IL 60632 (773) 801-0724 UPCOMING SHOWS LOCATION
by Cycy McAlpin
18 Jul 2016
4451
“As America’s definitive ‘third stream’ orchestra, we provide rich, multi-cultural music experiences that bridge gaps in jazz and classical genres. Our performances entertain and inspire, and our community-based education programs improve lives — from school age through adulthood.” Near North Side 1111 N Wells St. Suite 501 Chicago, IL 60610 (773) 573-8932 Visit Us Online
by Odaliss Cornejo
14 Jul 2016
8169
At Bandera you’ll find a neighborhood cool, calm restaurant where you can enjoy the exciting theater of a kitchen in the round. Our display kitchens are situated next to a central bar with the dining room surrounding all the activity. Join us in one of five locations and enjoy American cuisine with a southwestern flair accompanied by our live jazz band. Bandera’s signature jalapeño iron skillet...
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by Tatiana Rodriguez
06 Jul 2016
8991
Sit back and relax at this South Loop martini lounge. M Lounge features live music Tuesday & Wednesday to be enjoyed with an array of specialty martinis and fine spirits. M Lounge also offers a number of non-alcoholic cocktails and exquisite coffee drinks. Performances range from Jazz to Blues to R&B. No matter the music genre, you will immediately feel at home inside this intimate...
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by Tatiana Rodriguez
05 Jul 2016
7058
We are a new bar and restaurant in Northcenter, Chicago serving up nightly live entertainment including comedy, jazz, rock, Creole-Italian style food and fine cocktails. Check us out on Facebook and Twitter and say hello. We’ll see you soon! North Center 1920 W. Irving Park Rd. (773) 697-8660 Visit Us Online UPCOMING EVENTS LOCATION
by mhigginscmo
05 Jul 2016
7022
Located in the midst of a long swath of clubs, the Family Den is an area favorite in daytime hangouts, and on most afternoons this lively dance floor is full and active. Only those ages 30 and older are allowed in this Latin and jazz lounge, so you’ll usually find a more low-key crowd from the nearby South Side neighborhoods. Belly up to the bar...
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