A report from MLB Reporter Bob Nightengale has led people to believe that the White Sox will be selling off their entire team at the trade deadline. According to Nightengale, the team is looking to move RHP Erick Fedde, RHP Chris Flexen, RHP Mike Clevinger, RHP Michael Kopech, DH Eloy Jimenez, and OF Tommy Pham. You know, anyone on the team that has an ounce of talent.
Erick Fedde has been a feel-good story for the Sox this year, working his way back from a season in Korea last year, so of course, they’ll be getting rid of him.
Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza is a three-part docuseries directed by Michael John Warren, tracing the festival’s 30-year run from its early days as a touring punk event to its current iteration as a massive annual festival here in Grant Park.
Go behind the music festival that propelled the careers of some of your favorite artists. A new 3-part docuseries, Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza, streams May 21. pic.twitter.com/eW15kJuz4R
Last night, Netflix presented The Roast of Tom Brady, which pushed the former Patriots quarterback to nearly short-circuit as he was forced to attempt to act like a human. The Roast saw comedians like Kevin Hart and Nikki Glaser destroy TB12, as well as former athletes like Rob Gronkowski and Drew Bledsoe.
The highlights included Jeff Ross making Tom Brady extremely uncomfortable by making a joke about Robert Kraft:
The Cubs, coming off of an exhausting series in New York, have a chance to establish themselves as the top dogs in the NL Central with this weekend series against Milwaukee.
Mexico Fest at Navy Pier (Friday-Sunday)
Immerse yourself in Mexican culture in honor of Cinco de Mayo on Sunday, May 5. Mexico Fest at Navy Pier (May 3 – 5) will feature free music and dance performances from Mexican artists, a curated marketplace experience with more than 30 vendors, and exciting free workshops. Events include performances from local groups like Ballet Folklorico de Chicago, Mariachi Estrellas de Chicago, Grupo Cizma, and more.
Bluey’s Big Play at Auditorium Theater (Friday-Sunday)
When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. BLUEY’S BIG PLAY is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life.
Wicca Phase Springs Eternal at Thalia Hall (Friday)
Wicca Phase Springs Eternal, the “emo rap” persona of Adam McIlwee (formerly of the emo band Tigers Jaw) heads to Thalia Hall to play a special set in ‘the round’ on Friday night. For over a decade, McIlwee has been a true innovator in a variety of alternative spaces. His latest project, a self-titled foray into 80’s “modern rock”, may be his best yet. Tickets to what should be an incredible show can be purchased here.
The 502s at House of Blues (Friday, Saturday)
Indie-folk standouts The 502s, best known for their viral hit “Just A Little While”, will be at the House of Blues on both Friday and Saturday night. Secure your ticket here.
Face to Face at Cobra Lounge (Friday, Saturday)
Punk-rock icons Face to Face are in the midst of their Triple Crown – three shows in three nights. Night One on Thursday featured the band playing their breakthrough debut Don’t Turn Away in full. On Friday, they’ll play the wonderful 1995 release Big Choice. They’ll close out by playing 1996’s self-titled album in full. These shows are sold out.
Belle & Sebastian at Salt Shed (Saturday, sadly I will not be interviewing them)
One of the great indie rock acts of all-time, Belle & Sebastian, head to The Salt Shed on Saturday night. The band was most recently in Chicago in 2022 for a thrilling, two-hour performance at The Riv. if that show was any indication, the Scottish imports still have their fastball. This should be a tremendous show. Limited tickets remain.
Trophy Eyes at Bottom Lounge (Saturday)
Trophy Eyes are some of the strongest standouts among the modern emo scene. Having been heavily rumored to be a part of this year’s Riot Fest, you have a chance to see them at Bottom Lounge before they possibly return later this year. Tickets can be found here.
Chicago Fire host New England Revolution (Saturday)
It’s Star Wars Night! It’s the night before Cinco de Mayo! There’s never been a better time to see the Chicago Fire!
Camp Hide N Seek at Children’s Museum (Saturday)
The Chicago Children’s Museum hosts an adults-only night out, featuring three open bars, hearty appetizers, live music and camp-inspired activities like archery and bag toss. Guests are encouraged to put on their best glamping cocktail attire and explore the museum exhibits throughout the event.
Star Wars Party at Evergreen Park Public Library (Saturday)
Channel the force on National Star Wars Day and join us for our Star Wars Party! Play Star Wars bingo, take part in outer-galactic crafts, and create your own Jedi Lightsaber. Kids get a free Star Wars book while supplies last. Costume welcome, though not required. No registration necessary.
Star Wars Characters ‘On Main’ between Jefferson and Jackson Avenues on Main St. (Saturday)
Star Wars characters will spend an hour on Main Street in downtown Naperville offering free photo opportunities to celebrate May the 4th!
Linkin Park are considering hitting the road in 2025 with a female vocalist to replace the late Chester Bennington.
Billboard was the first report that the band, who has been on hiatus since the passing of Bennington in 2017, is looking at touring and headlining festival dates next year with an unnamed female vocalist. The last time the band was seen together on stage was in October 2017, when the band played a tribute show for Bennington.
Orgy frontman Jay Gordon made headlines a few weeks ago when he claimed that Linkin Park were going to be back on the road with a female vocalist, but he later walked back those comments. It turns out that Gordon turned out to be true.
Fan speculation immediately pointed the finger at Amy Lee of Evanescence as a possible fill-in, to which she responded, “They should ask me about that. I don’t have a ton of free time, but I might do it part-time.”
Dave & Buster’s made a shocking announcement yesterday that they will now allow people to gamble on the arcade games in the facility. Adults age 18 and older will be able to place real money wagers on arcade games with friends. The technology to do so will be available soon.
The FBI agents are back in Thornton Township, one week to the day after they were in that neck of the woods. According to WGN, the township subpoenas seek financial and employment records as well as specific information about several people close to Henyard. Neither Henyward’s camp nor the FBI would comment on the situation.
We will continue to monitor this story as it goes along.
In a monumental three-game series, the Chicago White Sox did something that they hadn’t done all season. The South Siders hosted the Tampa Bay Rays this weekend and they swept the Rays. This included a nine-run Friday night, a walk-off win on Saturday, and a two-run victory on Sunday. The Sox doubled their win total from 3 wins to 6 wins by the end of the weekend. You simply cannot ask for anything better than this.
The Cubs, who had been surging, ran into some roadblocks on Boston over the weekend. After another killer start from Shota Imanaga on Friday, the North Siders lost 17-0 on Saturday night. With a chance to rebound on Sunday Night Baseball, the Cubs gave up a walk-off single in the bottom of the ninth to drop the series.
Everyone’s Getting Involved: A Tribute to Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense Tracklist: 01. Psycho Killer – Miley Cyrus 02. Heaven – The National 03. Thank You for Sending Me an Angel – Blondshell 04. Found a Job – The Linda Lindas 05. Slippery People – Él Mató a un Policía Motorizado 06. Burning Down the House – Paramore 07. Life During Wartime – DJ Tunez 08. Making Flippy Floppy – Teezo Touchdown 09. Swamp – Jean Dawson 10. What a Day That Was – The Cavemen. 11. This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody) – BADBADNOTGOOD (feat. Norah Jones) 12. Once In a Lifetime – Kevin Abstract 13. Genius of Love – Toro y Moi (feat. Brijean) 14. Girlfriend Is Better – girl in red 15. Take Me to the River – Lorde 16. Crosseyed and Painless – Chicano Batman (feat. Money Mark)
Everyone’s Getting Involved: A Tribute to Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense arrives May 17. Vinyl available now for pre-order, pressed on big suit silver. https://t.co/5vXPU54FfLpic.twitter.com/a2fajEGpne
Today at noon, the Bears will unveil their plans for a new lakefront stadium, ending their multi-year battle over getting a new stadium.
Per the Tribune’s reporting, sources spoke to the news outlet on conditions of anonymity, telling them the plan is estimated to cost $4.6 billion to execute, with $3.2 billion directed toward building the new stadium itself, and another $1.4 billion dedicated to infrastructure improvements around and outside the stadium.
This, of course, will only add onto the taxes in the city, which is not what anyone wants. If it brings home a Super Bowl, however, then it will be worth it.
