Headline
Headline
Back to Chicago, IL News

Heading To Lollapalooza? Dont Miss These Local Acts

Chicago, ILLocal News

Lollapalooza will return to Grant Park in Chicago from July 31 to August 3, featuring major headliners alongside a lineup of local acts. DJ Azzecca, known for her acclaimed track “Other Side,” exemplifies Chicago's house music scene, while 17-year-old Star Bandz represents the city's drill rap movement. The Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra will make history by performing a prime-time set, the first for a youth ensemble at the festival. Additionally, indie rock band The Symposium, formed in 2013, showcases Chicago’s indie music scene. Azzecca has gained international attention and supports inclusivity in the dance music community through events like Dirty Disco.

The festival's local representation highlights the significance of Chicago's music culture within the broader national landscape. Fans can enjoy performances from these artists at various stages throughout the festival. This event not only celebrates established artists but also elevates emerging local talent, fostering a sense of community and pride.

Related Articles

Chicago, ILLocal News

Wieners Circle Promised Free Hot Dogs If Bears Coach Ben Johnson Took Off His Shirt. He Did

The Wieners Circle in Lincoln Park offered free hot dogs after Bears Coach Ben Johnson took off his shirt during a post-game speech. Johnson, celebrating the Bears' 24-15 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, excitedly obliged, leading to a promised giveaway day on Tuesday. This follows a similar promotion in September when free hot dogs were given after quarterback Caleb Williams threw four touchdown passes.

Chicago, ILLocal News

Chicago's Overnight Winter Parking Ban With 200 Violation Fines Returns Monday

Chicago's overnight parking ban resumes Monday, coinciding with a major snowstorm expected to bring over 10 inches of snow. The ban, enforced on 107 miles of main streets daily from 3 a.m. to 7 p.m., includes hefty fines for violators. City officials emphasize that this consistent rule improves snow removal operations.

Chicago, ILLocal News

ICE Takes Kurdish Asylum Seeker The Day Before His Wife Became A US Citizen 'I Cannot Do This Alone'

Eva Gurtovaia celebrated her U.S. citizenship on Wednesday while her husband, Enes Abak, remained detained by immigration agents just a day earlier. Abak, a Kurdish asylum seeker from Turkey, faces challenges due to his pending political asylum application and fears for his safety if returned to his home country. Local supporters rallied to express their concerns over his detention and advocate for his release.