Britt Julious

By day, Cesar Pino is a music teacher. But by night, he embodies his alter ego, a musical project called C3zr.

Music found Darryl Bunch Jr. Raised in the south suburbs, Bunch (who performs as Heavee) said ghetto house and footwork music, in particular, as

Valebol is summer. Their music is the stickiness of the air, the glow of the sunshine and the joy of those three perfect months in the year.

Art is a process of openness, of self-exploration, of taking risks. It’s a creative experience musician Josephine Luhman understands intimately.

It's been more than 20 years since Craig David last performed in Chicago and the pop music landscape has changed. Some (including this critic) would say for the worst.

One doctor said, “I’ve only ever read about this in my textbooks. I didn’t think people actually got this.”

There is still a real and true sonic heft in the construction of their electronic music. It’s music to rattle one’s nerves, in the best possible way.

Jon Batiste is more than just his piano. That much was apparent during his festive show on the fairgrounds at the Salt Shed Thursday night.

Loading your audio article What does it take to be a pop star? Catchy songs, a unique look and an abundance of charisma. And Chrissy Chlapecka certainly fits the bill.