A flurry of psychedelic dancers, a light system rigged to stimulate your senses and a packed house at The Kinetic Playground in Chicago is what happens when you get "Shpongled" by Simon Posford of Shpongle. Known for being at the forefront ...view article

Blount Harvey takes the foundation of traditional hip-hop and weaves its way into modern day neo-soul, creating an infused blend of classic R&B, funk and fresh jazz rhythms. With up to ten members in range, the seven-piece collective performs live aweing audiences with their undeniable sound ...view article

Josh Ritter and the Royal City Band played the Granada Theater in Dallas last Monday night.  It was only the third time they'd ever performed in Dallas, but surely it won't be the last.  They've been here twice in the last six months, and from my conversation with bass player, Zack Hickman, after ...view article

As proud diehard Americana/alternative-country music lovers, my friends and I anxiously awaited the arrival of the much-anticipated film Crazy Heart. After all, every social subgroup seemed to eventually get their token movies; skaters, break-dancers, cheerleaders, cab drivers, line-order ...view article

Bursting beats from the Congress theater in late June was the dynamic duo populating the band Thievery Corporatio. Livening up the Logan Square district of Chicago, a flare of universal elements was brought to the stage with this group whose live performances bring astounding theatrics. A passion ...view article

An evening filled with fantastic rhythm, beats inducing dance and phenomenal stage performance is one that doesn't go unappreciated. Ending the short month of February at the Kinetic playground, several bands livened up the joint with music flowing into the early morning. A collaboration of bass, ...view article