This year, local non-profits have been working harder than ever to help their communities in the face of previously unthinkable challenges. Funding shortfalls intersect with greater needs, making volu…
Ambient tones and ghostly “oohs” greet listeners before hypnotizing them to “Move” to downtempo rhythms and gripping guitars on Maggie Miles' lush debut album, Am I Drowning or Am I Just Learning How …
To celebrate her 40th birthday, Calise Hawkins took the stage at the Brooklyn House of Comedy to record her debut full-length comedy album, Calise Hawkins is 40 AF, which is coming out on Aug. 14 via …
In perfect solitude where the water meets the edge of Chicago's lakefront, singer-songwriter Xoe Wise strums her acoustic guitar while singing of a relationship's fate which has been “written on the w…
Independent music venues across the country have turned their SOS signal up to 11 asking fans and patrons to call, write and email members of Congress to encourage the passage of legislation that will…
“It's not your kid today, but it could be tomorrow.” This message encouraging empathy is at the heart of the mission of It Could Be Your Kid, the non-profit organization founded by Stephanie D. Pea…
A few months ago, Chicago-based comedian/storyteller Elizabeth Gomez had an insane schedule. Between working two jobs, freelancing as a writer and performing shows across the city, her calendar was co…
Are you finding it impossible to peel your eyes away from the television screen searching for updates on the pandemic? Do you keep refreshing your feeds in need of news? Would you appreciate a momenta…
Before COVID-19 shut down venues, clubs and basically the entire live performance scene, Ashley Leisten – a Texas-born former ballet dancer turned comedian now performing sketch shows and stand-up in …
Chicago's thriving comedy scene is known the world over. From innovative stand-up comedians to hilarious improv artists to beyond talented sketch troupes—not to mention writers, directors, producers, …
