Author: Matt Torres

Myke Towers and Quevedo reunite on new single, “Soleao”

“Soleao” is out on One World / Warner Music Just in time for the summer, Puerto Rican artist Myke Towers and Spanish artist Quevedo have reunited on a new single, “Soleao,” a vibrant reflection of the artists’ shared cultural heritage and personal evolution. Released May 30, the track follows their previous hit, “Playa del Inglés,” and expands…
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May 31, 2025
Sueños 2024: A Rainy Weekend That Still Lit Up the City [Photos]

Click to see our Sueños coverage here. Sueños Music Festival continues to grow into a pillar of Latin culture in the United States. The 2024 edition sold out in just five days, demonstrating the festival’s strong resonance with fans and underscoring the incredible lineup it promised, featuring Rauw Alejandro, Peso Pluma, and Maluma. Despite Sunday’s…
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May 30, 2025
Sueños 2023: The Performances That Moved La Cultura [Photos]

See our Sueños coverage here. In 2023, Sueños Festival continued to set the tone with an epic lineup led by Grupo Firme, Feid, Wisin y Yandel, and Nicky Jam. The second edition felt bigger, more dialed in, and packed with moments that confirmed its growing place as one of the most important Latin music festivals…
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May 30, 2025
Lola Young Shares New Single + Video “One Thing”

“One Thing” is out on A Day One / Island Records South London artist Lola Young returns with “One Thing,” a track that effortlessly mixes fluttery guitar melodies with a sultry, dub-inspired rhythm. Clever, playful, and provocative, the track finds Young exploring the nuances of intimacy, inviting listeners to look beyond surface-level interpretations. On its…
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May 29, 2025
Twenty One Pilots Takeover Tour Hits House of Blues Chicago

Scaled and Icy is out now on Fueled by Ramen On a night built around energy, Twenty One Pilots delivered a rare, unforgettable experience at House of Blues Chicago. The show marked the second stop on the duo’s residency-style 2021 Takeover Tour, supporting their sixth studio album, Scaled and Icy. Designed to scale from intimate venues to arena stages…
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May 11, 2025
The Decemberists @ The Salt Shed – 05/21/24: Photos

On a night that celebrated the past while looking ahead, alternative rock artists The Decemberists delivered an unforgettable performance at one of Chicago’s newest venues, The Salt Shed. For longtime fans, it was a reminder of the band’s storytelling magic; for newcomers, it offered a thrilling initiation into their universe of vibrant, off-kilter mythology. Touring ahead…
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November 1, 2024
MAUMAUMAU unveils hilarious “God Bless The Irony” music video

MAUMAUMAU has unveiled the music video for “God Bless The Irony,” directed by Daniel Cloud Campos (Rich Brian, Zedd & Hayley Williams, Jackson Wang, Paramore). The video humorously explores the ups and downs of dating apps and presents a playful yet insightful take on the awkwardness of modern romance. Through clever slapstick storytelling, MAUMAUMAU navigates…
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October 13, 2024
Review: Tate McRae – “It’s ok I’m ok”

“It’s ok I’m ok” is out on RCA Records Superstardom looks great on Tate McRae, and with the career-defining pressure the Canadian artist is placing on the pop world, there’s no denying it’s beyond well-deserved. In September, the Y2K Teen Pop revivalist did the unthinkable; she followed her global hit “Greedy” and sophomore album, THINK LATER, with…
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October 10, 2024
Oasis Plans 2025 Chicago Concert – See All North America Dates

Following their monumental return announcement, Oasis has unveiled the North American dates for their OASIS LIVE ’25 world tour, and Chicago fans, get ready—Oasis is coming to Soldier Field on August 28th, 2025! The global cultural phenomenon will hit major stadiums in Toronto, Chicago, East Rutherford, Los Angeles, and Mexico City next summer, with Cage…
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September 30, 2024
Kid Bloom Brings Psych Pop to Chicago’s Bottom Lounge [Photos]

Earlier this year, Kid Bloom set out on tour in support of his new EP, Inner Light (Phase 1), and his stop at Chicago’s Bottom Lounge was a clear standout. The LA-based artist, known for his seamless fusion of psych-pop and indie rock, brought a sense of effortless cool to the intimate venue, wrapping the crowd…
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September 17, 2024