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Soul

A man wearing sunglasses and a brown shirt plays an electric guitar on stage in front of a brick wall, with a microphone stand nearby.

by David Witter | July 21, 2026

Chicago Musicians Unite to Perform for Immigrant and Refugee Rights “Songs of Protest, Sounds of Freedom” was organized by Space co-owner Dave Specter, who was driven to action by ICE's recent presence in Chicago communities.

A woman in a white sleeveless top and black skirt stands in a dimly lit crowd, gesturing with her hand, while people around her smile and talk, some holding drinks.

by Irene Monokandilos | April 16, 2026

Joy Crookes Blooms with “Juniper” at Park West The British singer-songwriter will bring her signature blend of soul, jazz and pop to the city later this month.

Three women in flowing, light-colored clothing stand on rocky ground under a blue sky. One woman stands with arms outstretched, head tilted back, as two others gently hold her at the waist and shoulders.

by Anne K. Ream and R. Clifton Spargo | April 7, 2026

Florence + the Machine Makes Musical Sense of Our Moment Welch has long explored the female experience through her own journey, airing passions, private fears, unapologetic ambition, and a lifelong battle with anxiety in songs so sweeping, grandiose and operatic that they take on the quality of myth.

Orchestra playing below Christmas wreaths in orchestra hall.

by Todd Hieggelke | November 25, 2025

Music Top 5: December 2025

by Craig Bechtel | January 16, 2025

Heat Rising: A Preview of “Southern Soul Celebration: Blues for the Soul”

by Anne K. Ream and R. Clifton Spargo | June 4, 2024

Beyond Borders: It’s Khruangbin’s World Now, We’re Just Vibing In It

by Craig Bechtel | February 20, 2024

“Be Who You Are”: A Preview of Jon Batiste at The Riviera

Three singers prepare for a performance backstage.

by Dave Hoekstra | February 8, 2024

Like a Fourth Voice: An Interview with The Shindellas’ Stacy Johnson

by John Moss | December 22, 2023

The Bands Play On: In Search of Musical Nirvana at the Old Town School

by Dave Hoekstra | October 6, 2023

Soul Music Supernova: The Unforgettable But Almost Forgotten Saga of Maxx Traxx

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