Concerts

Angel Olsen Serenades First Avenue

December 1, 2023 Laura Buhman 0

Photos and Words by Laura Buhman Singer and composer Nona Invie opened the show with a gorgeous solo set behind the keys. If you’ve been paying attention to the local music scene, you have probably […]

Concerts

Marvelous 3 Take A Bow in Chicago

November 5, 2023 Laura Buhman 0

Butch Walker, Jayce Fincher, and Mitch “Slug” McLee have been through as much as any friends could imagine. They’ve been playing together in various forms since the 1990s. Most notably as alt pop-rock outfit Marvelous […]

Concerts

Stephen Sanchez Haunts First Avenue

October 21, 2023 Laura Buhman 0

Sometimes you know what you’re getting into when you walk into a show. Usually for the better. Maybe you’ve seen the artist before. Maybe you’ve watched the full set online 12 times while you wait […]

Concerts

Ringo’s Star Is Shining Bright

October 3, 2023 Laura Buhman 0

Mystic Showroom was packed to the brim with grateful Beatles fans last night. After a canceled date earlier in the year due to illness, Ringo Starr finally returned with his All Starr Band to the […]

Previews

The Struts Play First Avenue on 6/22!

June 7, 2023 Laura Buhman 0

Have you seen English rockers The Struts yet? You haven’t?! WHY NOT? These guys have glam, swagger, and an effervescent stage presence. Luke Spiller’s vocals will send shivers down your spine – think Freddie Mercury […]

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