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Paul Simon

A man playing a black acoustic guitar sings into a microphone on stage under dim lighting. Another person is blurred in the background.

by Teddy Sandler | July 14, 2026

Paul Simon Hosts “A Quiet Celebration” at Ravinia Simon finales his tour at Ravinia's Hunter Pavilion, playing 2023 album "Seven Psalms" in full ahead of a second half that spans a career of classic songs.

A crowd gathers under an outdoor pavilion with a curved roof and glowing lights at night, surrounded by trees and dark blue sky.

by Todd Hieggelke | July 7, 2026

Music Top 5: July/August 2026

by Bill Kopp | January 25, 2017

Still Truckin’ Drive-By Truckers Are In It For the Long Haul

by Robert Rodi | June 15, 2016

Music Top 5 June 16-30, 2016

by Ernest Barteldes | October 18, 2010

Preview: Hugh Masekela/Symphony Center

by Ernest Barteldes | June 9, 2009

Preview: Ziggy Marley/Charter One Pavilion

by Caroline Picard | May 26, 2009

Lonesome Dove: Casiotoner Owen Ashworth sets his sights on children

by Andy Seifert | October 22, 2008

Preview: Yeasayer/Bottom Lounge

by Jan Hieggelke | April 3, 2008

Preview: Vampire Weekend

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