With “traditional” blues as their foundation, some artists and educators working to introduce the music to the next ...

The blues world was changed forever on a sunny day around 1960 when a little boy walked into a five-and-dime in Los Angeles. ...

Chicago Blues Revival Executive Director Diamond M. Dixon hopes Chicago will take a page from other cities like Nashville and ...

Legendary Chicago blues bar Rosa's Lounge in Logan Square is launching its very own record label. Rosa's Lounge has been in business for more than 40 years, and hope their new record label will help ...

As we move torridly into the 80's with the newer, younger voices in rock exploring the roots of their music and simplifying their presentations, Jimmy Johnson serves as a vibrant link to the past. His ...

The 33-year-old blues musician first came to the city as a fan attending the Chicago Blues Festival. He’s now a staple of the local blues scene.

To celebrate his 89th birthday on Wednesday, legendary musician Buddy Guy released a new album of Chicago blues — appropriately titled, "Ain't Done with the Blues." The album features an assortment of ...

From can’t-miss staples like the Chicago Blues Festival and the Taste of Chicago to citywide farmers markets and outdoor ...

The announcement set the schedule for Chicago’s 2026 lineup of festivals and events, continuing through celebrations for the holiday season.

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. When Michael Charles was asked what the odds were that he would perform on the same date at the same ...

Veteran Chicago blues guitarist Toronzo Cannon got married this summer and moved to Minnesota about four months ago. “I’m like a cat in a new house,” he said with a laugh. Although he may have ...

CHICAGO - Calling all festival lovers! This weekend in Chicago is for you. From mouthwatering barbecue at Ribfest Chicago to lively dancing at the Lincoln Square Greek Festival, there’s no shortage of ...