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The 45 Acts Who Rock Chicago's Music Worldnew

How do you size up a musician's creativity, let alone rank it above another's? As we dare take on this task every two years, many factors come into play: cultural relevance, invention, influence on other musicians and the rest of the industry, but also what moves and excites us personally.
Chicago Newcity  |  Tom Lynch and Duke Shin  |  05-07-2008  |  Music

Thrill Jockey Records Crosses the 15-Year Linenew

"I was a really big fan of Touch & Go and Dischord," founder Bettina Richards says, "especially their ethos. You don't see it written about much these days, but it still means a shitload to me -- the open relationship with the artist, that fundamental thing."
Chicago Newcity  |  Tom Lynch  |  11-28-2007  |  Music

Lollapalooza? Not Another Music Festival!new

This year's marathon is really good, a mixture of proven live acts and up-and-comers.
Chicago Newcity  |  Tom Lynch  |  08-01-2007  |  Music

Chicago Bands to Watch: Zelienople and Cracklin Mothnew

Zelienople crafts devoted ambient soundscapes, while Cracklin Moth drifts slightly from the band's original alt-country sound and into a decidedly alt-pop area.
Chicago Newcity  |  Tom Lynch  |  07-25-2007  |  Music

Chicago Bands to Watch: City Electric & The Record Lownew

City Electric's songs are uncomplicated in a smart way, and The Record Low is the after-party band, when you and few devoted friends are cleaning up the mess.
Chicago Newcity  |  Tom Lynch  |  07-18-2007  |  Music

Rock Citynew

These ten Chicago musical artists are on the verge.
Chicago Newcity  |  Tom Lynch  |  01-17-2007  |  Music

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