Photo and Article by Birk Hill The indie rock band Real Estate is made up of New Jersey musicians Martin Courtney, Matthew Mondanile, Alex Bleeker, and Jackson Pollis. The wonderful artists work together to create groovy, chill, dreamy rock. They got together for the first time in 2008 and since then they have released six albums and many singles and EPs. By the time of their performance in town at Thalia Hall, the band had … Continue reading Real Estate Takes Over Thalia Hall
Show Reviews
Coverage of shows attended by our staff and DJs.
Reaching Heaven with Mannequin Pussy
Article and photos by Josie Stahler Any other Wednesday night would include a monotonous evening of routine, but last week at Thalia Hall was anything other than ordinary. Mannequin Pussy and their opener Soul Glo shook the walls and opened the pit for an unforgettable Wednesday evening in Chicago. Opening for Mannequin Pussy was Philadelphia based Soul Glo. Members Pierce Jordan, GG Guerra, and TJ Stevenson ran around the stage, creating this frenetic hardcore presence … Continue reading Reaching Heaven with Mannequin Pussy
Jeff Rosenstock’s Biggest Show: HELLMODE at The Salt Shed
Article and photos by Mia Thompson On the night of April 11 at The Salt Shed, Jeff Rosenstock was faced with the largest crowd he had ever headlined for, and they had been waiting for him. In September of 2023, D.I.Y. artist Jeff Rosenstock released his fifth studio album, Hellmode, and embarked on a raucous, cross-country tour. Split into two halves, the tour started with an East Coast and Midwestern run, featuring support from Gladie … Continue reading Jeff Rosenstock’s Biggest Show: HELLMODE at The Salt Shed
Vibemaxxing w/ Beach Fossils and Nation of Language
Article and Photos by Heidi Reissenweber At House of Blues this past Sunday, April 7th, fans trickled into the classically-designed venue to see Beach Fossils take the stage. It was their second time returning to North America with 2023 album Bunny, which secured the band their first Grammy, rightfully so. Frontman Dustin Payseur formed Beach Fossils in 2009 after moving to NYC to pursue his interests in music. He is now joined by Tommy Davidson … Continue reading Vibemaxxing w/ Beach Fossils and Nation of Language
Going Through It With Eliza McLamb At Schubas
Article and photos by Finley Harrison McLamb and her band are currently on tour for her new album Going Through It. Eliza Mclamb (left) and keyboardist Addy (right). On a windy April evening, a line of excited fans spanned the length of Belmont Avenue, waiting anxiously to enter Schubas Tavern. The idea of witnessing the talent of indie rock singer-songwriter Eliza Mclamb up close prompted fans to arrive long before the doors were opened. Chicago … Continue reading Going Through It With Eliza McLamb At Schubas