THURSDAY White Reaper 12:45pm-1:30pm Grant Park Known for its raucous shows, this Louisville garage-rock outfit sounds slightly too slick on its latest album, the audaciously titled “The World’s Best American Band.” Let’s hope the early crowd brings out the band’s rougher edges.
Temples 2:30pm-3:30pm Grant Park The shimmering, shiny psychedelic rock of this English group (more reminiscent of contemporaries like Tame Impala than classics like Pink Floyd) should be refreshing on a summer afternoon in the park.
Liam Gallagher 4:30pm-5:30pm Grant Park The former Oasis lead singer sounds a lot like Oasis on his long-awaited solo debut single, “Wall of Glass.” Expect even more Oasis during his live show… but not his brother.
Spoon 7:45pm-8:45pm Lake Shore The band has added new electronic elements on its latest and ninth album, straying from its formula of punchy, minimalist and highly catchy rock. The change is fine, but let’s be honest—we want to hear the old stuff.
FRIDAY The Frights 12:15pm-1pm Tito’s Handmade Vodka They call their music “dirty doo-wop.” The San Diego band plays some crunchy guitar riffs, but the songs stray in interesting ways from the punk-pop formula, delivering plenty of melodic vocal hooks.
Ryan Adams 6pm-7pm Tito’s Handmade Vodka The prolific singer-songwriter with a knack for controversy seems to be striving for 1980s arena rock on his latest album, “Prisoner.” But who knows what the ever-mercurial Adams will offer during his live show?
Whitney 7:45pm-8:45pm Pepsi One of Chicago’s most successful indie bands right now, Whitney earned this evening time slot with its well-crafted songs, rooted in the classic sounds of 1960s and seventies California rock.
SATURDAY Jacob Banks 2:15pm-3pm Tito’s Handmade Vodka Banks, who was born in Nigeria and raised in England, sings smoldering soul music with touches of old-time gospel as well as more contemporary atmospherics.
Alvvays 3pm-4pm Bud Light Alvvays made its delightful debut three years ago with sunny indie-pop tunes anchored by Nova Scotia native Molly Rankin’s deadpan vocals. Expect some songs from the group’s forthcoming sophomore album.
The London Souls 5:40pm-6:20pm BMI Much like the Raconteurs, the Souls mine the classic rock catalog for influences. The melodies and harmonies push and pull, adding a cool sense of counterpoint to the New York band’s colorful songs.
Chance The Rapper 8:30pm-10pm Grant Park The hometown hero will preside over what’s likely to be Lolla’s biggest party, lifting the crowd with his innovative and spiritual hip-hop.
SUNDAY Car Seat Headrest 3pm-4pm Bud Light Like many other indie rock bands, this Seattle group may remind you of Pavement. But it adds a youthful sense of urgency as it updates the old sound.
The Shins 6:30pm-7:30pm Grant Park Now essentially a one-man project for singer James Mercer, but he’s still making ornate, multilayered songs that twist your brain, the musical equivalent of M.C. Escher illusions.
Arcade Fire 8:30pm-10pm Grant Park Returning for its third Lolla appearance. It’s never topped its 2004 debut, “Funeral,” but the Canadian ensemble has maintained an inventive spirit… and its live shows are pretty thrilling.
