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05/20/2026

You know when it's an adopted-hometown DAVY KNOWLES show, that we HAVE to be there!!

Full coverage of the show is up now on Loud Hailer, check it out on the link below.

And UK people - get ready! They're on their way over to see you!

There are a few things in life that are certain - death, taxes, and the fact that Davy Knowles is going to blow you away with an amazing show!

05/10/2026

If Alter Bridge are in town, you can guarantee I'll be there!!

Fantastic show as always at The Salt Shed last week!

05/03/2026

I never thought I'd get to photograph Bruce Springsteen, let alone twice! The energy could be felt from the moment The Boss took to the stage. Opening the set with "War" - the emotions could be felt throughout the United Center!

04/29/2026

When Biffy Clyro announced their North American tour was being postponed due to visa issues, I was panicking in case I couldn't make the new date. Thank goodness I could because I cannot miss them when they come to Chicago. It's been a 4 year wait (almost exactly to the date!). Let's hope it's not that long until the next time!

After postponing their North American tour due to visa errors, Biffy Clyro finally made it back Stateside, and it was totally worth the wait!

04/29/2026

It's been a while since I last saw Kenny Wayne Shepherd live, and he certainly didn't disappoint. Impressive guitar work! Keeping the blues alive...

Kenny Wayne Shepherd revisits his debut album as he brings his Ledbetter Heights: 30th Anniversary Tour to the Hard Rock Live in Gary.

03/29/2026

I'm still always impressed that whenever I see John Moreland live, the crowd is the most respectful and silent crowd EVER! I've never seen it on a scale like this for anyone else. Testament to how good he is!

Full coverage of his co-headlining show with Patterson Hood at Evanston SPACE is up now on Loud Hailer

The Evanston crowd received a twofer when both John Moreland and Patterson Hood made a stop at Space on their co-headlining tour.

03/22/2026

Joanne Shaw Taylor kicked off her 2026 Black & Gold Tour at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie this week. Full coverage is up on Loud Hailer. Just click the link below:

Joanne Shaw Taylor kicks off her 2026 Black & Gold Tour by returning to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.

03/09/2026

You know if Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit is in town, I have to get myself along to see them!

I was lucky enough to photograph them again on night one and then just go for fun on night two thanks to Jean!

Full coverage of night one is up now on Loud Hailer. Check it out here:

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit return to The Salt Shed for two nights, with Jason also contributing an afternoon pop-up show.

02/02/2026

It's always so much fun to kick off the year of shows with Buddy Guy in his own domain, Buddy Guy's Legends.

Full coverage from one of his final January residency shows for 2026 is up now. You can check it out here:

Buddy Guy heats up a chilly Chicago night as he brings another January residency to his Chicago blues club, Legends, for 16 unforgettable shows.

12/05/2025

My last show of 2025 was a great one! Avatar at The Riviera Theatre this week.

I've been very lucky to cover a lot of shows this year, and so many amazing ones. I'm excited to see what 2026 brings.

In the meanwhile, check out my coverage on Loud Hailer

Avatar thawed a chilly night in Chicago as they brought their own blend of theatrics and metal to The Riviera Theatre.