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 ...

Since 2005 Plastic Crimewave (aka Steve Krakow) has used the Secret History of Chicago Music to shine a light on worthy artists with Chicago ties who’ve been forgotten, underrated, or never noticed in ...

Chicago Bears fans are cheering the playoffs by posting social media video reels synced to the song “Percolator,” the house classic track.

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 ...

Prepare your playlists: Our favorite albums of the year include a new release from Chance the Rapper and the final album engineered by Steve Albini. December always brings a flood of year-end music ...

A modern-day Chicago redemption tale gets the hip-hop treatment, with Omar Epps leading the cast and Wiz Khalifa & Quavo crafting an original soundtrack. Chicago’s about to get a spiritual shake-up ...

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CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago has released new details about a festival that celebrates Chicago's diverse music scene. "Chicago in Tune" is a month-long festival that runs from August 19 to September 19.

More and more Brits are tripping over themselves for Chicago Footwork. And I'd probably have to apologize for that pun if more people knew what Chicago Footwork is. It's a fast-paced music and dance ...

Since 2005 Plastic Crimewave (aka Steve Krakow) has used the Secret History of Chicago Music to shine a light on worthy artists with Chicago ties who’ve been forgotten, underrated, or never noticed in ...