Articles by Kirstine Walton

About Kirstine Walton

Kirstine moved from the UK to Chicago in 2011, and has fallen in love with the city and its music scene. She enjoys combining her two biggest passions – music and photography. If there is a band with a guitar playing, chances are she’ll be there…camera in hand. Kirstine went to her first live concert at 7 years old, and hasn’t looked back since!

Larkin Poe at the Arcada Theatre in St Charles, IL

July 1, 2026 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Larkin Poe brought the “Summertime Sunset,” some “Bluephoria,” and all the feel-good tunes to the Arcada Theatre for fans old and new.

Rita Wilson at City Winery in Chicago, IL

June 22, 2026 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Rita Wilson brought The Sound of a Woman tour to Chicago’s City Winery, kicking off the weekend with help from Max Bartos.

Joe Pug and John Moreland at Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago, IL

June 13, 2026 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

After the success of his inaugural Working Songwriter Forum last year, Joe Pug returned to the Old Town School of Folk Music for year two.

Riot Fest 2026 Lineup Announced

May 28, 2026 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

After a LOT of speculation, Riot Fest’s 2026 lineup is finally here, including performances by Iggy Pop, Bad Religion, Twenty One Pilots, and many more!

Davy Knowles at Reggies in Chicago, IL

May 20, 2026 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

There are a few things in life that are certain – death, taxes, and the fact that Davy Knowles is going to blow you away […]

ShoalsFest Announces Lineup for 2026

May 5, 2026 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Just days after announcing that Jason Isbell’s ShoalsFest is returning to McFarland Park in Florence, AL, the lineup is here.

Biffy Clyro at House of Blues in Chicago, IL

April 29, 2026 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

After postponing their North American tour due to visa errors, Biffy Clyro finally made it back Stateside, and it was totally worth the wait!

Kenny Wayne Shepherd at Hard Rock Live in Gary, IN

April 29, 2026 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Kenny Wayne Shepherd revisits his debut album as he brings his Ledbetter Heights: 30th Anniversary Tour to the Hard Rock Live in Gary.

John Moreland and Patterson Hood at Space in Evanston, IL

March 29, 2026 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

The Evanston crowd received a twofer when both John Moreland and Patterson Hood made a stop at Space on their co-headlining tour.

Joanne Shaw Taylor at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, IL

March 22, 2026 Kirstine Walton Comments Off

Joanne Shaw Taylor kicks off her 2026 Black & Gold Tour by returning to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.