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10 Years of Mister Asylum - Highly Suspect at House of Blues
Article & Photos by Madison Cozzens Highly Suspect’s debut album, Mister Asylum, charted Number 7 on the Top Rock Albums when it came out in 2015. The album is a favorite among fans, and brought something new to the table when it broke onto the scene. With their very first release to the public, Highly Suspect got nominated for Best Rock Album and Best Rock Song at the Grammy’s that year. It’s no wonder the group wanted to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the album with a to
Madison Cozzens
Dec 13, 2025


Thundercat Brings Cosmic Funk and Pure Joy to Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom
Photo by Ernesto Raul Aguilar (IG: @blacksheepimagery ) Article & Photos Contributed by Ernesto Raul Aguilar Few artists blur the lines between virtuosity and eccentricity like Thundercat. On November 7th, 2025, the Los Angeles bassist, singer, and producer brought his signature blend of jazz, funk, and soul to Chicago’s historic Aragon Ballroom, delivering a performance that was both musically dazzling and emotionally charged. Touring in support of his catalog that’s redefin

Ernesto Raul Aguilar
Nov 10, 2025


The Black Keys and Gary Clark Jr. Rock Chicago at Huntington Bank Pavilion
When The Black Keys hit the stage, the energy shifted up another notch. They opened with “Thickfreakness,” “The Breaks,” and “I’ll Be Your Man,” immediately showcasing the tight, punchy blues-rock that has defined their sound for years.

Ernesto Raul Aguilar
Sep 5, 2025
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