Music and Concerts – Page 57

Olivia Rodrigo performs at the United Center on Oct. 11, 2026. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Review: Olivia Rodrigo, in a sea of flowers, kicking her way towards what’s next

By Christopher Borrelli

October 12, 2026 at 10:38 a.m.

In Chicago at the United Center on her "Unraveled Tour," Olivia Rodrigo leans into the...

Baritone Thomas Hampson in a performance of William Walton’s "Belshazzar's Feast" with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, led by Klaus Mäkelä. (Todd Rosenberg)

Review: Mäkelä and CSO bring back a delicious ‘Feast’

By Hannah Edgar

October 9, 2026 at 1:15 p.m.

Fifty years have passed since the Chicago Symphony last played “Belshazzar’s Feast” by English composer...

All the artists stand together on stage after singing “Paradise” at the Chicago Theatre for Souvenirs: 80 Years of John Prine tribute show, Oct. 8, 2026. (Nate Swanson/for the baiduhai)

Review: A heartfelt tribute to John Prine let his music and legacy shine through

By Bob Gendron

October 9, 2026 at 1:07 p.m.

Musicians from Margo Price to Jeff Tweedy covered the late singer-songwriter's songs and channeled his...

Dolly Parton attends Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs In Symphony World Premiere at Schermerhorn Symphony Center on March 20, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

Dolly Parton is ‘OK’ and ‘ain’t dead yet’ amid health rumors

By Jami Ganz

October 8, 2025 at 3:07 p.m.

The younger sister of Dolly Parton is publicly asking fans for prayers as the country...

Brian McCarty, Greg Blake, Dan Eubanks and Greg Cahill of bluegrass band Special Consensus in Millennium Park in Chicago. (Karen Murphy)

Column: Special Consensus celebrates its half century of unlikely bluegrass glory

By Rick Kogan

October 8, 2025 at 5:00 a.m.

When Greg Cahill formed this band 50 years ago, there were few other bluegrass bands...

FILE – Taylor Swift performs at the Monumental stadium during her Eras Tour concert in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Nov. 9, 2023. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko, File)

No, Taylor Swift did not turn down the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show

By Maria Sherman

October 7, 2025 at 11:29 a.m.

Taylor Swift did not turn down the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show, says Swift.

This album cover image released by Republic Records shows “The Life of a Showgirl” by Taylor Swift. (Republic Records via AP)

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ breaks record, sells 2.7 million copies in U.S. on first day

By Maria Sherman

October 6, 2025 at 5:28 p.m.

Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” sold 2.7 million copies in...

The many musical talents of the students at Oak Park and River Forest High School will be showcased at the annual Huskie Music Fest on Oct. 14. (Oak Park and River Forest High School)

Huskie Music Fest showcases talented Oak Park and River Forest students

By Myrna Petlicki

October 6, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Huskie Music Fest will feature the school’s bands, orchestras and choirs in the Oak Park...

Rush lead singer Geddy Lee performs on July 20, 2002 at what was then the Tweeter Center in Tinley Park. (Erik Unger / baiduhai)

Rush announces tour that will bring it to Chicago in 2026

By Doug George

October 6, 2025 at 9:57 a.m.

The "Rush Fifty Something Tour" is coming to Chicago's United Center July 16 and 18,...

Jordan Davis performs during the 2024 CMA Music Festival at Nissan Stadium on June 6, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee. (Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

Country star Jordan Davis brings his ‘Ain’t Enough Road’ tour to Rosemont

By Adam Davidson

October 6, 2025 at 5:30 a.m.

Country singer-songwriter Jordan Davis discusses his latest album, "Learn the Hard Way," the global resurgence...

FILE – Taylor Swift performs at Wembley Stadium as part of her Eras Tour, June 21, 2024, in London. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP, File)

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Official Release Party of a Show Girl’ debuts at No. 1 with $33 million

By Jonathan Landrum Jr.

October 5, 2025 at 1:09 p.m.

Taylor Swift’s devoted fanbase once again proved unstoppable with her film “The Official Release Party...

The twin daughters of Sean 'Diddy' Combs arrive at federal court in New York, Oct. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ lawyers plan to appeal as convicted hip-hop star faces more years behind bars

By Bruce Schreiner

October 4, 2025 at 2:40 p.m.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was convicted in July of flying his girlfriends and sex workers around...

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra performs with conductor Daniela Candillari, Jennifer Gunn, piccolo; soprano Giulia Semenzato and Jennifer Johnson Cano, mezzo-soprano at Symphony Center in Chicago on Oct. 3, 2025. (Todd Rosenberg)

Review: CSO hosts a dynamic debut, and a big outing for its smallest instrument

By Hannah Edgar

October 4, 2025 at 1:06 p.m.

Even the Chicago Symphony’s rangiest programs are seldom as varied as the one conductor Daniela...