Concert Reviews
Kenny Wayne Shepherd at Hard Rock Live in Gary, IN
Kenny Wayne Shepherd revisits his debut album as he brings his Ledbetter Heights: 30th Anniversary Tour to the Hard Rock Live in Gary.
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Concert Reviews
John Moreland and Patterson Hood at Space in Evanston, IL
The Evanston crowd received a twofer when both John Moreland and Patterson Hood made a stop at Space on their co-headlining tour.
Concert Reviews
Joanne Shaw Taylor at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, IL
Joanne Shaw Taylor kicks off her 2026 Black & Gold Tour by returning to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.
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Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit at The Salt Shed in Chicago, IL
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit return to The Salt Shed for two nights, with Jason also contributing an afternoon pop-up show.
Concert Reviews
Buddy Guy at Legends in Chicago, IL
Buddy Guy heats up a chilly Chicago night as he brings another January residency to his Chicago blues club, Legends, for 16 unforgettable shows.
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Top Ten Photos of 2025
Our team of photographers picks their top ten images from their last twelve months of show coverage for Loud Hailer Magazine.
Concert Reviews
Avatar at The Riviera Theatre in Chicago, IL
Avatar thawed a chilly night in Chicago as they brought their own blend of theatrics and metal to The Riviera Theatre.
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Mammoth WVH at House of Blues in Chicago, IL
A packed out House of Blues saw the welcome return of Mammoth WVH as they kick off the Thanksgiving festivities.
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John 5 and Richie Kotzen at the Arcada Theatre in St Charles, IL
The Arcada Theatre welcomes back guitarists John 5 and Richie Kotzen, this time as part of their co-headlining tour.
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Shovels and Rope at Garcia’s in Chicago, IL
Shovels & Rope give Chicago a twofer, with the first of a two-night engagement at Garcia’s in the West Loop area of the city.