Chicago’s vibrant music scene traces back to the early 20th century when it became the go-to destination for jazz and blues musicians, artists who helped set the stage for the next century of popular ...

All roads lead to Chicago this Memorial Day weekend as the city gets ready for Forever Mine Music Festival, a new two-day ...

CHICAGO (WGN) — Over 40 years after it emerged from underground clubs on the South and West Sides, house music continues to be celebrated as one of Chicago’s greatest cultural contributions. This ...

The 33-year-old blues musician first came to the city as a fan attending the Chicago Blues Festival. He’s now a staple of the local blues scene.

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A new music festival is coming to Chicago this May with a lineup that spans both iconic artists from the early 2000s like ...

It’s the music you hear in clubs across the world. But did you know the House genre started right here in Chicago? That’s right House Music was born in the city’s clubs and basements. And this weekend ...

Some years, it feels like when we get to the beginning of the new culture season, classical music hits the snooze button and doesn’t really get rolling until late September or October. It doesn’t stop ...

There's no shortage of festivals throughout the summer in Chicago, and this weekend is no different. Whether you're looking to try popular menu items from the country's top barbecue vendors, wander ...

Chicago’s hip-hop scene has always been a force — a collision of grit, creativity, raw storytelling, and undeniable star power. While mainstream eyes often zoom in on the city’s drill movement, the ...