This Week in Great Music: 2/21 – 2/27

I’m probably staying in this week and hibernating.  There are plenty of great shows to go to, though, for those of you who are in to doing things like leaving the house.

Monday, February 21 Robbie Fulks; Hideout. 7 pm, $10 suggested donation Buckwheat Zydeco; SPACE. 8 pm, $28-40 Alexi Murdoch, Haley Bonar; Lincoln . . . → Read More: This Week in Great Music: 2/21 – 2/27

Upcoming Event: Chicago Roots Collective Festival, 11/5 & 11/6

It’s no surprise that I’m a big fan of the Chicago Roots Collective, which is now entering its second year of life here in the city. The Collective is made up of ten local bands, has put on 30 shows over the past year, and has a monthly showcase at one of my favorite venues, Lincoln Hall. . . . → Read More: Upcoming Event: Chicago Roots Collective Festival, 11/5 & 11/6

This Week in Great Music: 5/17 – 5/23

Why hello there, quiet week. . . . → Read More: This Week in Great Music: 5/17 – 5/23

This Week in Great Music: 4/5 – 4/11

Let’s hope that this week is better than last, where I had a moment of complete brilliance and proceeded to forget all about the show I was supposed to go to on Saturday night.  Sigh.

I’ll be at Lincoln Hall on Wednesday (Fanfarlo) and Thursday (The xx), provided that I don’t forget about those . . . → Read More: This Week in Great Music: 4/5 – 4/11

This Week in Great Music: 2/22 – 2/28

A very solid lineup this week, including a handful of free shows! You’ll be able to find me on Friday at Schubas for Rocky Votolato, and on Saturday at Lincoln Hall for Joe Pug/Justin Townes Earle. If you’re going to either of those shows, come say hi!

Monday, February 22 Jack’s Mannequin, Fun, Vedera; . . . → Read More: This Week in Great Music: 2/22 – 2/28