Althea Legaspi

Nothing against Prefuse 73, but what's the point of actually watching a producer-deejay perform live, even one as talented as Prefuse (real name Scott Herren)? Herren made the Empty Bottle...

It would be difficult to name a singer who admires other singers more than Chicagoan Ron Hawking. The veteran vocalist has devoted a large chunk of his career to paying...

Lined by outdoor cafes and boutiques, Lincoln Square is an eclectic excursion offering entertainment for a range of tastes and budgets. The main thoroughfare -- Lincoln Avenue between Lawrence and...

For a day filled with international flavor, Chicago history and affordable bars, you can't beat Albany Park. Nestled between Irving Park Road and Bryn Mawr Avenue, the Chicago River and...

When Camera Obscura's Tracyanne Campbell penned the lyrics to the single "Let's Get Out of This Country," it was long before the coldest night Chicago has had in a couple...

British hip-hop often gets lost in translation as it crosses to our side of the pond. Artists such as Dizzee Rascal, Ms. Dynamite and M.I.A. have all made significant splashes...

New Yorkers love to boast about their city's brawny hip-hop industry. Nashvilleans don't waste any time reminding you that they're at the wheel of the country music machine. And Austin,...