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— Mike Shinoda (@mikeshinoda) October 6, 2023
New music featuring Blink-182, Lovejoy, Noah Kahan, and more!
blink-182: Dance With Me
blink-182 is back with a brand new single off their upcoming album One More Time…The music video features the band paying homage to punk rock trailblazers, the Ramones. The new record comes out on October 20.
BoyWithUke: Lucid Dreams
The much-hyped BoyWithUke is back with his fourth album in three years. Lucid Dreams is yet another excellent release from the visionary who spent good time on the road last year with AJR. We can’t wait to see him back in Chicago soon.
Citizen: Calling the Dogs
Citizen, for nearly a decade now, have been top dogs in the underground scene. Combining pop punk hooks with dancy, upbeat grooves, the band has put their best foot forward with the release of their sixth studio album, Calling the Dogs. They’ll be back in Chicago on November 26 at Concord Music Hall. Tickets can be found here.
The Gaslight Anthem: Autumn
Twisted XMAS Night 4 artists The Gaslight Anthem are back with a stunning new single off of their upcoming record, History Books, which is slated to drop at the end of the month. The newest single, “Autumn”, sounds like a song best heard in a communal environment. Tickets for their night of Twisted XMAS can be purchased here.
Lovejoy: Normal People Things
Speaking of Twisted XMAS, Lovejoy has new music! “Normal People Things” is yet another exciting entry in the already-stellar Lovejoy catalogue. We can’t wait to hear this live at the Aragon in December. Get your tickets to Lovejoy before they sell out here!
Noah Kahan ft. Kacey Musgraves: She Calls Me Back
Noah Kahan is back with a brand new single featuring country music standout Kacey Musgraves. Kahan continues his white-hot streak of singles with this new release.
Paramore: This Is Why: Re
A year after the release of This Is Why, Paramore and friends are back with a remixed version of last year’s superb album. The last track of the album almost features “Sanity”, a previously unreleased demo from the This Is Why recording sessions.
The Weekend Q101
Kennyhoopla at Metro (Friday)
Travis Barker-backed frontman Kennyhoopla brings his Raised By Wolves tour to the Metro on Friday night for what should be a thrilling night of energetic, catchy tunes. Get there early for locals Footballhead. Tickets can be purchased here.
Beth Stelling at The Den Theater (Friday)
Originally discovered by Jimmy Kimmel, Beth Stelling has become one of the most entertaining comedians on the planet. She’s spent the better half of the last decade dominating the late-night talk show circuit. You can watch her special If You Didn’t Want Me Then on Netflix.
Join Brian at Golf Galaxy (Saturday)
Join Brian and Q101 as we celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Vernon Hills Golf Galaxy at Townline Commons on Saturday, October 7th from 11am to 1pm. Be among the first 100 adults in line each morning at their grand opening to have a shot at winning a free mystery gift card, with a chance to be the lucky recipient of a $500 gift card! Plus, don’t miss out on the excitement of Closest to the PIN and Putting contests, and exclusive Grand Opening Deals!
Margaret Glaspy at Sleeping Village (Saturday)
Combining a classic blues sound with indie rock, Margaret Glaspy has become one of the most entertaining frontwomen in all of music. Fresh off the heels of her new album, Echo the Diamond, Glaspy returns to Chicago for an intimate show at Sleeping Village. Grab a ticket on their website.
The Beaches at Chop Shop (Saturday)
Viral sensations The Beaches return to the Chop Shop for their first trip back to Chicago since Lollpalooza earlier this year. When they played Lolla just a few months ago, they were one of the first bands of the entire weekend to play. Millions of new fans later, they now will play a sold-out, headlining gig this weekend.
Chicago Beer Fest (Saturday)
Visit the Field Museum for a one-of-a-kind beer festival featuring 65 breweries showcasing their favorite seasonal brews and select museum exhibits. You can get a ticket here.
Extra Life Chicago Gaming Convention (Saturday)
Lurie Children’s Hospital will host this fundraising convention that brings together the local gaming community for a good cause. Attendees will be able to play arcade, video and tabletop games, compete in tournaments, shop vendors and artists, hear from game developers, attend an app building workshop and more. All proceeds will benefit the hospital and the patients and families it serves. Learn more here.
Junie B. Jones, The Musical at The Greenhouse Theater Center (Opens Saturday)
Adapted from Barbara Parks’ perennially popular early-reader book series, this classic follows the uproarious escapades of the plucky first-grader who many of us grew up with. You can grab a ticket to the opening performances here.
Chicago Marathon (Sunday)
For those that seem to be running away from something, the 26.2 mile journey kicks off on Sunday morning. You can keep up with the street closures here.
Militarie Gun & Scowl at Sub T (Sunday)
Two of the most exciting up-and-coming bands in the world head to Subterranean on Sunday night for what should be an epic, sold-out show. This will likely be the last time you get to see these two bands in a room this small. Big things are coming for both groups. Say hi to Case the Producer if you see him there.
The Band CAMINO at the Aragon (Sunday)
Dubbed “your mom’s favorite band”, this powerhouse rolls into the Aragon on Sunday night. This is the first trip to Chicago since playing The Riv in early 2022. You can still get a ticket to this show here.
The Wonder Years at The Riv (Sunday)
Gods of pop-punk, The Wonder Years, storm The Riv on Sunday night for what should be a thrilling night of music. If you have a yearning for Warped Tour, this show can fill that void. Get there early for Sweet Pill and Anxious, two excellent bands. Tickets can be purchased here.
Wu-Tang Clan & Nas at The UC (Sunday)
Finally, a show for the children.
Blink-182 channel The Ramones in new video
This video of Deanna from Sincere Engineer hearing her song on Q101 will melt your heart
Ahead of playing Q101’s Twisted XMAS on December 7, Sincere Engineer is establishing themselves as arguably the hottest Chicago-based band. Last night marked a major milestone for the band, who heard their song “California King” live on Q101. Singer Deanna Belos’ reaction was heartwarming.
You can get a ticket to Sincere Engineer, MisterWives, and Bleachers at the Aragon Ballroom on December 7 here with the presale code “BYLINE”.
New, never-before-seen video released of Tupac Shakur’s murder
As details continue to emerge about Tupac’s murder, we now have new footage of the crime scene.
Lake County’s giant cow sculpture needs a name
A larger-than-life cow sculpture has been added to Lake County’s beautiful landscape. Dubbed an “artistic homage to the milk cow and all that she represents”, the statue came to be thanks to the Lake County Farm Bureau. She clocks in at 14 feet high and 23 feet long and weighs 1,000 pounds. She can be seen at the Lake County Farm Bureau office at 70 US Hwy 45 in Grayslake.
Now the cow needs a name. Lake County is hosting a contest through the end of October and you can enter the contest here.
13-foot-long python lives off of trailer park cats for five months
A python has changed the face of a trailer park of Oklahoma.
Red Beard Wildlife Control was hired and started to check out the snake last week. Reports said that it had been around that area since June and had survived since then. The snake is an albino Reticulated Python, which is one of the world’s largest species of snake.
Residents are concerned because the trailer park is next to an elementary school.
The local wildlife control has set up a camera near the python to monitor its movements.
A Case For: Code Orange
Paramore will release Re: This Is Why
Paramore will release Re: This Is Why, a remixed and reworked version of their latest album out this Friday, October 6th.
Twisted XMAS 2023 is here!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year.
The biggest party of the year comes to the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom December 5-8 thanks to our friends Byline Bank and Heineken. Secure your tickets now by heading here and using the presale code “BYLINE”
December 5: The Black Keys, Local H, & ALEXSUCKS
December 6: Lovejoy, White Reaper, & Brigitte Calls Me Baby
December 7: Bleachers, MisterWives, & Sincere Engineer
December 8: Young the Giant, The Gaslight Anthem, & little image
We can’t wait to see you soon!
Man arrested in connection to Tupac murder
A man connected to the 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur has been arrested, a shocking breakthrough in a murder case that has been stagnant for nearly 30 years.
Nevada police detained Duane Keith “Keefe D” Davis late last week. Davis, who has long been known to investigators, has admitted in interviews and in his 2019 memoir, that he was in the Cadillac with Shakur’s shooter. He is the first person to be arrested in connection to the killing.
Of course, this could be a cover-up because Tupac is still alive…
10.1.2023 History Of Alternative
Foo Fighters teasing something for 2024
The clip features a spinning compass with the band’s logo in the middle along with the song ‘Nothing At All’, which appears on their latest album ‘But Here We Are’.
Green Day release a 30th anniversary deluxe edition of Dookie
New music featuring Billy Corgan, U2, & more!
The Chemical Brothers: For That Beautiful Feeling
Longtime electronic standouts The Chemical Brothers are back with their tenth studio album, For That Beautiful Feeling. The new album features a cut from Beck. Although no Chicago dates in are in their immediate future, we hope to see them soon.
Code Above: The Above
Nu-metal’s new generation is being led by Code Orange. The band’s newest record was recorded by Steve Albini and features guest vocals from Billy Corgan, who took to the band after they reached out to him and sent him a few songs. You can listen to the song featuring Corgan below.
Del Water Gap: I Miss You + I Haven’t Left Yet
Sweet and sensitive indie rocker Del Water Gap is back with his newest release. After spending the opening part of the year on the road with Maggie Rogers, his new record sounds fresh and vibrant. You can listen to it below.
Spiritual Cramp: Herberts On Holiday
Bay area punk rockers Spiritual Cramp are back with a romantic single off of their upcoming self-titled LP. This has a chance to be the single most romantic song in 2023. We can’t wait to see them again soon.
U2: Atomic City
Every time U2 puts out new music, it feels like an event. Their new single, “Atomic City”, is no different. Check out the song and the incredible music video here.
The Weekend Q101
White Sox host the Padres (Friday-Sunday)
At last, our long, national nightmare is over. The South Side lays this White Sox season to rest as they clash with the underwhelming San Diego Padres this weekend.
Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest (Friday-Sunday)
This year’s festival features ticketed attractions throughout the zoo, including a Fun Slide, a pumpkin filled Harvest Maze, inflatable attractions, and much more. Guests can enjoy free musical entertainment, story times, professional pumpkin carvers, a pumpkin patch, and fall-themed enrichment for the animals. Get more information here!
Maneskin at Allstate Arena (Friday)
Italy’s finest rock band is back, one year removed from a sold-out show at the Aragon. Despite Kenzie’s belief, it is them and not Rush who will be playing the Allstate Arena this Friday night. You can still grab a ticket to this event.
Run the Jewels at The Salt Shed (Friday, Saturday)
Rap duo Run the Jewels are in the midst of a four-show run at The Salt Shed. Each night, the band will play one of their four albums in full. They close out their run at Chicago’s newest venue on Friday and Saturday with performances of RTJ 3 and 4.
Macklemore at the Aragon (Friday)
Touring the release of his new record, BEN, Macklemore returns to Chicago for the first time since his electric set last summer in Tinley Park opening for Imagine Dragons. This show is sold out, but everyone here hopes he’ll be back soon.
Nick Cave at The Auditorium Theater (Friday)
Legendary alternative artist Nick Cave is back in Chicago for an evening at The Auditorium Theater. You can still get a ticket to this show here.
Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest (Saturday-Sunday)
The annual fall event returns to Lincoln Square for one apple-filled weekend. Shop autumnal goods at the festival’s marketplace, munch on apple-stuffed grilled cheese and apple doughnuts from local restaurants, sip cider and apple-flavored beer, catch live music performances and bring the kids for seasonal activities.
Movements at Concord Music Hall (Saturday)
Emo-punks Movements are back in Chicago after arguably stealing the show at Riot Fest 2022. This show is sold out, but if you are going, we recommend getting there early to catch the band Heart to Gold. Expect Movements to only gain momentum from here.
Peter Gabriel at The UC (Saturday)
Can you feel it in the air? Grab a ticket here.
AIDS Run & Walk (Saturday)
This annual 5K run/walk and 10K run will bring participants to Soldier Field, raising funds for AIDS Foundation Chicago. This year’s theme encourages the Chicagoland community to show up and show out as their most authentic selves to mobilize support for those living with HIV/AIDS.
Bears host the Broncos (Sunday)
The Toilet Bowl is here. Get ready for two awful teams battling it out in what should be a sad state of affairs.
If you are looking for your Oktoberfest fix, look to our friends at Time Out Chicago who have compiled a tremendous list of events in the city. You can view that list here.
Evanescence announce 20th anniversary reissue of Fallen.
Cubs continue to stumble as Wild Card race heats up
It’s not looking good for any team in Chicago. In fact, for the Cubs specifically, they are nearing a nightmare scenario.
While the White Sox, Bears, and even Fire remain abysmal, the Cubs were the sole bright spot in Chicago sports this summer. Now, however, as the season winds down, the Cubs are in danger of not making the playoffs. The squad has dropped the first two games of a three game series against the best team in baseball, the Atlanta Braves, both of which have happened in humiliating fashion, and at press time, they are currently out of the playoff picture via being on the wrong end of a tiebreaker with the Miami Marlins.
Cubs fans, how are you feeling? The conversation lives on Facebook!
Kia and Hyundai issue massive vehicle recall due to fire risk
Hyundai and Kia are recalling nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to the risk of engine compartment fires and are advising owners to park outdoors and away from structures until repairs are done.
The recalls cover multiple car and SUV models from the 2010 through 2019 model years.
Affected Kia models include the 2010 through 2019 Borrego, the 2014 to 2016 Cadenza, 2010 through 2013 Forte, Forte Koup and Sportage, the 2015 to 2018 K900, the 2011 to 2015 Optima, the 2011 to 2013 Optima Hybrid and Soul, the 2012 to 2017 Rio, the 2011 to 2014 Sorento, and the 2010 to 2011 Rondo.
Hyundai models covered by the recall include the 2011 to 2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, and Sonata Hybrid, the 2012 to 2015 Accent, Azera, and Veloster, the 2013 to 2015 Elantra Coupe and Santa Fe, the 2014 to 2015 Equus, the 2010 to 2012 Veracruz, the 2010 to 2013 Tucson, the 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and the 2013 Santa Fe Sport.
Dealers will replace the anti-lock brake fuse at no cost to owners. You can go to www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and key in your 17-digit vehicle identification number to see if your vehicle is affected.
More from WGN here. Photo by Matthew Henry from Burst.
