Month: October 2010

Yeasayer

Event Reviews

Yeasayer ambles between the tribal, worldbeat vibes of their debut album and the ’80s-influenced synth sounds of their latest to a packed house at Firestone Live, Jeff Schweers among them.

The Body

Music Reviews

All the Waters of the Earth Turn to Blood (At A Loss Recordings). Review by Matthew Moyer.

Slayer

Event Reviews

Three of thrash metal’s infamous Big Four recently teamed up and proved to be the mightiest force to hit South Florida since Hurricane Andrew. Chris Long was on hand for the American Carnage Tour with Slayer, Megadeth, and Anthrax.

The Sword

Music Reviews

Warp Riders (Kemado Records). Review by Scott Adams.

Elaine LaChica

Music Reviews

I Think I Can See the Ocean (Stunning Models On Display). Review by Jeff Schweers.

Beats Antique

Event Reviews

Beats Antique brought a little bit of mystical gypsy jazz fusion to Chicago. Chris Catania found himself lost in the glorious world of belly dancing and twirling bodies.

All Smiles

Music Reviews

Oh for the Getting and not Letting Go. Review by Jeff Schweers.

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Swans

Swans

Event Reviews

40 years on, Michael Gira and Swans continue to bring a ritualistic experience that needs to be heard in order to be believed. Featured photo by Reese Cann.

Eclipse 2024

Eclipse 2024

Features

The biggest astronomical event of the decade coincides with a long overdue trip to Austin, Texas.

Sun Ra

Sun Ra

Music Reviews

At the Showcase: Live in Chicago 1976/1977 (Jazz Detective). Review by Bob Pomeroy.