Anyone that doubted dubstep's direct roots in both hair metal and prog rock should watch this. more ›

An older generation tries to relate to their children in the only way they know how. more ›

We see the mainstream media is once again finally figuring out that dance culture is still pretty big even if 99.99% of its tracks never get any exposure through traditional channels. Here is an example of a decidedly non-traditional channel. more ›

Chicagoist Mix Series is an ongoing feature that profiles local DJs and features a mix compiled exclusively for Chicagoist. This is mix No. 6, brought to you by Chris Widman. more ›

When we toss around records that we've really loved in 2010 thus far, both Matthew Dear and Four Tet always seem to get mentioned, almost in the same breath. Both artists have such a sharp sense of melody and an inherent sense of rhythm that it is hard not to to latch on to their brand of electro-fused music. Lucky for us both are playing tomorrow night at The Metro . more ›

All-building events are somewhat of a rarity at Metro and Smart Bar, even moreso when it comes to showcasing something as relatively under-the-radar as dubstep. While its roots are quintessentially reggae, dubstep took on a new, much grimier form in the UK over the last decade and it's been gaining more and more popuarity in the US ever since. With the emergence of Flying Lotus, the signing of the UK's Rusko to Mad Decent, and Pitchfork's affinity for the oh-so-mysterious Burial, it's clear that dubstep is effectively beginning to reach a wider audience. Case in point: Subfix Massive at Metro/Smart Bar this Thursday night. more ›

Electronic music is a medium ripe for resurrecting the sounds of the past, and every year one or two sub-genres reappear with a new twist. This year is widely becoming known as the year dubstep finally stepped out of its own dark shadow and into a position of public popularity. more ›