Lizz Kannenberg

Brooklyn's Pete & J aren't trying to keep up with the trends that fly out of their home borough every other day, and that's mostly because they don't have to. Who needs keytars or Nintendo sounds when you've got pristine pop melodies and the kind of killer harmonies that... continue reading on Chicagoist

It's been a hot minute since Wilco touched down in Chicago, despite a heavy touring 2009 touring schedule behind their self-titled seventh studio album. When they finally did descend upon the UIC Pavilion Sunday and Monday nights, their hometown was out en masse to support. If the guys are tired... continue reading on Chicagoist

Sorry about the late notice indie rock'n'rollers, but we’d be remiss not to mention the killer double-shoegaze-no-foam latte at the Empty Bottle tonight. Brooklyn’s gracefully futuristic School of Seven Bells is one of the most talked about (and deserving) blog bands of the past couple years, and taking in... continue reading on Chicagoist

This week, as we prepare for Friday's announcement of the host city for the 2016 Summer Olympics, we'll feature a quick look at each city's proposed venues and bid. Today, we finish with Chicago's biggest opponent, Rio. Previously: Chicago, Tokyo, and Madrid. History This is Rio de Janiero’s first short-list... continue reading on Chicagoist

Rich Seng is a master of making music into more than melody. The 35-year-old Chicago producer is the brains behind the epic Rhyme Spitters MC battle series and a number of philanthropically minded compilation albums. With Seng, there’s always a higher purpose. Perhaps none as high as his latest... continue reading on Chicagoist