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Buoyed by the warm response to 2025’s album, Arctic Moon, their first new album in 24 years, beloved Manchester, England band ...

The Human League will headline their first full U.S. tour since 2011 with Soft Cell and Alison Moyet, titled the “Generations ...

After 30 years away, a cult-favorite ’80s band is finally back with new music — and longtime fans can’t believe it.

From The Who's ironic roar to Chicago, EWF and ’80s icons, one superfan’s top 2025 concerts and a plea to see rock legends live before the curtain falls. As many readers know, I’m on a mission to see ...

Chicago’s favorite fight song, “Bear Down,” began as bet among songwriters. It ended up being a city’s rallying cry.

As many readers know, I’m on a mission to see all my music heroes live before they depart the stage for good — and to urge you to do the same. This year, my message is: Hurry up, because the curtains ...

Around the area this weekend, concerts and community for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, plus Armnhmr at Salt Shed, Steppenwolf’s ...

The actor joined veteran blues musicians for an 11-song set at Thalia Hall that kicked off only after the Chicago Bears won ...

It feels like a good year for First Ave’s Best New Bands. Then again, the annual showcase of ascendant local talent — started ...

Richard Marx reflects on his legendary ’80s hits, admitting he was once frustrated by his reputation and why he’s finally ...

The iconic 1933 Ford Eliminator featured in select ZZ Top albums has a storied history behind it. Check out how it came to be and what made it possible.