Chicago Tribune2 days agoWhat will become of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ musical legacy? Experts weigh in following his indictmentChicago Tribune - Maria ShermanNEW YORK — Sean “Diddy” Combs is widely recognized as one of the most influential figures in hip-hop, but his indictment Tuesday on sex trafficking and racketeering charges further clouds his legacy. For some, it may change their relationship to his music. The indictment, detailing allegations …
Chicago Tribune3 days agoJane’s Addiction cancels its tour after onstage concert fracasChicago Tribune - Associated PressBOSTON — The alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction has scuttled its latest tour following an onstage scuffle between lead singer Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro. “The band have made the difficult decision to take some time away as a group. As such, they will be cancelling the remainder of …
Chicago Tribune4 days agoTito Jackson’s family says the Jackson 5 member has died at 70Chicago Tribune - Brian P.D. HannonTito Jackson, one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70. Tito was the third of nine Jackson children, which include global superstars Michael and sister Janet, part of a music-making family whose songs are still beloved today. “It’s with heavy hearts that …
Chicago Tribune4 days agoEnglewood festival notches a quarter-century of jazz on the South SideChicago Tribune - Hannah EdgarTalk to Englewood Jazz Festival founder and director Ernest Khabeer Dawkins for any span of time, and he’ll sound off on one of the city’s great cultural scandals: the dearth of jazz venues on the South Side. Sure, there are the many series and initiatives now linked to the University of Chicago — …
Chicago Tribune4 days agoRiot Fest 2024: Our picks for music acts by day, from Fall Out Boy to Rob ZombieChicago Tribune - Bob GendronSame as it ever was. After announcing in mid-June that Riot Fest was departing its longtime base in the city and setting up in southwest suburban Bridgeview, organizers issued a stunning reversal in mid-August. Declaring “We’re back” — even though they technically never left — they trumpeted Riot …
Chicago Tribune5 days agoWife of Jane’s Addiction frontman says tension and animosity led to onstage scuffleChicago Tribune - Associated PressBOSTON — A scuffle between members of the groundbreaking alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction came amid “tension and animosity” during their reunion tour, lead singer Perry Farrell’s wife said Saturday. The band is known for edgy, punk-inspired hits “Been Caught Stealing” and “Mountain Song” in …
