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Firefall - Friends & Family 2
The Friends & Family release issued in 2023 by beloved mellow rockers Firefall was such a hit with fans that the group is back here with a dozen additional covers

Sites and Sounds: Dates Announced for Phish: Riviera Maya 2026 in Cancun, Mexico
Rock band Phish, beloved as one of the world's favorite jam bands, has announced the dates for the ninth iteration of their highly anticipated annual party in Mexico

RockPile: The Yagas, Peter Holsapple and More
We listen to new releases from the Yagas, Peter Holsapple, Iain Matthews and The Tasty Kings with Blondie Chaplin

Travel News, Trips and Tips: Hit the Beach in Sierra Leone!
The West African nation of Sierra Leone has a lengthy coastline on the Atlantic Ocean that's studded with beautiful beaches and luxurious resorts

Live: Pearl Jam Rock Nashville
Pearl Jam made their return to Nashville, Tennessee's Bridgestone Arena on May 6th with a slew of deep cuts and classic hit sing-a-longs

On The Record: Steely Dan- Stevie Wonder- Smokey Robinson
We take a listen to recent vinyl releases from Steely Dan, Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson.

Billy Idol - Dream Into It
Idol has put out a couple of EPs in recent years but this is his first full-length album of new music in more than a decade and fans will likely welcome it warmly.

Travel News, Trips and Tips: More Goodies for Spring Travel
Here's another batch of items that we think you'll love for your spring travel adventures (or any adventure any time!) We begin with something that'll keep you healthy on the road.

Sites and Sounds: Rory Gallagher Festival Will Rock Ireland
The Rory Gallagher International Festival, honoring the late blues rocking guitarist Rory Gallagher, will take place in Ballyshannon, Ireland May 29 through June 1

Music Blossoms in Bloomington, Indiana
You might say the music scene in Bloomington is in full bloom! Here's a look at just a few of the live entertainment options on tap for the Bloomington area.

Eluveitie - Anv
The deeper you get into the album the more Celtic sounds you'll hear and the overall result is one of the best prog metal albums to come along this year.

Live from Celebrity Theatre: Graham Nash
With a vast repertoire of songs from his solo career, time with the Hollies and collaborations with David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Neil Young, Graham Nash has been charming rock fans for more than 50-years

Live: Michael Monroe and Donnie Vie Rock Chicago
Rob Grabowski and Tom Wojcik caught Michael Monroe with special guest Donnie Vie In The Act during show at Arcada Theater in St. Charles, IL on April 6th. Check out Tom's review and Rob's photos!

Caught In The Act: Lynch Mob Live 2025
Rob Grabowski caught Lynch Mob and Paralandra In The Act during show at the Arcada Theater in St. Charles, IL on February 8th. Check out Rob's great photos!

Live: Myles Kennedy's Art of Letting Go U.S. Tour Launches In Joliet
On Friday night (January 17), The Forge in Joliet played host to an unforgettable evening as Myles Kennedy kicked off the US leg of his Art of Letting Go tour and he delivered a powerhouse performance

Live: Burton Cummings
One of the great voices of rock 'n' roll, Burton Cummings, began his US tour January 11, 2025 with a sold out concert in the showroom of Wild Horse Pass Casino in Chandler, Arizona

Live: Dave Koz & Friends
This year marks the 27th anniversary of the Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour and Dave has certainly learned over the decades just exactly how to present a holiday concert that'll elate his fans

Live: Iron Maiden Rocks Chicago On The Future Past World Tour
Iron Maiden performed on Thursday, Oct. 25, 2024, at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Ill and Tom Wojcik and Rob Grabowski tell and show us about the legendary band's return to Chicagoland!

Live: Riot Fest 2024
To quote Riot Fest, "Don't cry because it's over, cry because it happened. See you next year!"

Caught In The Act: Metallica, Pantera, Mammoth WVH Rock Chicago
Rob Grabowski and Tom Antonson caught Metallica, Pantera and Mammoth WVH In The Act during the Chicago stop of the M72 Tour at Soldiers Field on August 9th. Check out Rob's photos and Tom's review!

Caught In The Act: Sammy Hagar's Best Of All Worlds Tour Hits Chicago
When Sammy took the stage the entire amphitheater erupted and the crowd went wild! This tour is called the "The Best of All Worlds" and it definitely lived up to its name.

Caught In The Act: Def Leppard, Journey, Steve Miller Rock Wrigley Field
Rob Grabowski, Tom Antonson and Roman Sobus caught Def Leppard, Journey and Steve Miller In The Act during show at the Wrigley Field stop of The Stadium Tour on Monday, July 15, 2024 in Chicago

Caught In The Act: Pearl Jam Rock Wrigley Field
On August 29th, Pearl Jam's Dark Matter Tour took home field advantage for the first of two nights at Chicago's Wrigley Field.

Caught In The Act: KISS Farewell at the Allstate Arena
The iconic rock band KISS brought their "End of the Road" tour to the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois, on November 27, 2023