Riot Fest Sucks, But I’m Also Just Getting Old.
Now that Aerosmith has retired, is Rob Zombie basically the new Steven Tyler? It’s the important questions that Riot Fest always makes you think about every year. Honestly, I don’t have anything new to report…
Glass Animals Brings an Interstellar Experience to Chicago
Imagine a UFO descending from the stars, not to invade but rather to ignite the night with electrifying beats and cosmic energy. That’s exactly what happened when Glass Animals touched down in Chicago, turning an…
Wallows’ ‘Model Tour’ Takes Over Huntington Bank Pavilion
As the sun dipped below the horizon and the city lights began to twinkle, an electric buzz filled the air, signaling that something extraordinary was about to happen. The night was primed for an unforgettable…
Joshua Bassett Graces Audience of The Aragon Ballroom
Joshua, oh Joshua. You continuously blow us all away, myself included. On Saturday August 24, Byline Banks iconic Aragon Ballroom hosted opener Thomas Day and headliner Joshua Bassett for an incredible performance the audience would…
Street fest Taste of Randolph brings unparalleled rock music to the streets of Chicago
On Friday at Q101 presented street festival Taste of Randolph, a crowd convened at golden hour to see a rising Chicago favorite, the indie rock band Friko. Comprised of Niko Kapetan (vocals/guitar) and Bailey Minzenberger…
Vivian McConnell and Daniel Villarreal release their long awaited debut album as popduo Valebol
The Roadhouse Magazine crew hit the ground at Thalia Hall this past Friday for a very special night at Thalia Hall. Valebol, a Chicago based iconic express-pop duo consisting of Vivian McConnell and Daniel Villarreal,…
Solshine: A Music & Arts Reverie – Daily Stage Lineups Announced
We are just one month away from the inaugural festival, Solshine Reverie. The festival will kick off the weekend on Thursday, May 23, with an eclectic array of acts gracing the Moonshine Stage, including renowned…
Daisy The Greats Indie Pop Odyssey at The Riviera
As the sun dipped below the Chicago skyline on Friday, March 15, 2024, an unexpected warmth lingered in the air, hinting at the electric energy brewing within the walls of The Riviera. Known as one…
Polaroids and Jam Bands: Remembering Summer Camp Music Festival As We Get Ready For The Debut of Solshine
Intro Every year, thousands descend upon the small town of Chillicothe, IL for a memorial day weekend full of music, camping, and adventure. Folks come for the mud, bugs, sleeping outside and porta potties. They…
Tkay Maidza Unleashes Unfiltered Rap Energy At Lincoln Hall
Photo taken by Gryphon Halley It was a quiet Friday evening and the cold February breeze felt like a knife cutting through the Chicago streets. Lincoln Hall, a venue known for its rich history and…