CenterstageChicago.com Presents: Music

Rah Rah Riot

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CST

This year's Riot Fest will give everyone something to talk about.

A Little Bit Country

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CST

Give the Country Music Festival a chance to change your mind about America's favorite genre.

Best Beats

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CST

If you missed the World Music Fest, this week's club events are the perfect way to atone.

Rock Around the Block

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CST

We've got everything you need to know about this weekend's Hideout Block Party, arranged alphabetically for your convenience.

Can You Dig It?

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CST

Thanks to the Numero Group, the "Brotherman" soundtrack is finally being heard.

Horns Of Plenty

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CST

The Chicago Jazz Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary in style.

The Graduate

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CST

These downstate rockers have aced the college charts and are ready to conquer the big city.

Wax Poetic

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CST

Break out the turntable in honor of these vinyl-centric record stores.

Howard and the White Boys

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CST

Talkin' colorblind new-generation Chicago blues.

Michael Teach

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CST

The co-founder of Chicago Acoustic Underground talks about his free-music mission.

The Windy City on Wax

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:00:00 CST

Chicago's home to a lot of legendary record labels; here's a look at some of the most prominent.

Ear to the Underground

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:00:00 CST

Think you've been to every music venue in the city? You may have missed these under-the-radar locales.

Gettin? Jazzy With It

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:00:00 CST

Check out our guide to the city?s most swingin? spots and let the good times roll.

Live Music for Less Than $5

Tue, 27 May 2008 12:00:00 CST

Lolla and Ravinia too pricy for you? Here are five budget-minded concert alternatives.

Heavy-Metal Hangouts

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:00:00 CST

Chicago's hard-rock scene is one of the nation's strongest. Here's where to go to get in on the headbanging action.

Raving About Ravinia

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:00:00 CST

This outdoor amphitheater's summer lineup might just have Lollapalooza beat. Check out our list of can't-miss performances.

Get Schooled in Cool

Sat, 05 Apr 2008 12:00:00 CST

Left out of the Lolla lineup? Start practicing for next year at one of these music schools.

Happy Hour Heroes

Mon, 26 Feb 2007 12:00:00 CST

Lubriphonic's weekly show passes the test with flying colors.

This Is Our Country

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 12:00:00 CST

With cheap beer and classic country tunes, Carol's Pub makes it easy to forget where you are.

California Dreams

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:00:00 CST

You won't want to cut your night short at this Humboldt Park hotspot.

Skip to the End

Mon, 15 Jan 2007 12:00:00 CST

Stop by Smartbar for a smooth finish to the weekend...but don't count on much fanfare.

Fill 'Er Up

Mon, 25 Dec 2006 12:00:00 CST

With intriguing sounds and cheap drinks, the Empty Bottle's free concerts make for a fulfilling experience.

Catching Some Zs in D Minor

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 12:00:00 CST

Stop by the Cultural Center on Mondays for a lunchtime lullaby.

Fists n' Fiddles

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 12:00:00 CST

Tuesday nights at the Red Line Tap are all about tradition.

C Is For Crazy

Mon, 13 Nov 2006 12:00:00 CST

Go-go to Martyrs' to discover love for a lost genre.