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by Charles Yamabe - March 3, 2019March 3, 2019

Article and Photos by: Charles Yamabe Chicago, IL -- English alt-rock band The Kooks graced the stage of the Riviera Theater on Thursday, February, 21st. The Chicago stop was the 5th stop on their 11 day U.S. winter tour. They are touring in support of their new album Let’s Go Sunshine which

Greta Van Fleet // Live @ Aragon Ballroom // 12.14.18

by Charles Yamabe - December 19, 2018March 13, 2019

Article and Photos by: Charles Yamabe Chicago, IL -- You can't utter the words Greta Van Fleet without someone chiming in and comparing them to the Rock and Roll greats. Well, that's not what this article is about and for that reason, I won't even mention the comparisons. In my own

Hangout Fest // Gulf Shores, AL // Preview 5.17-5.19.19

by Charles Yamabe - December 4, 2018December 4, 2018

Article by: Charles Yamabe The first time I attended Hangout Festival I deemed it as one of my favorites. Hangout is ideally located on the beach in sunny Gulf Shores Alabama. While the rest of the Northern U.S. is just starting to wake up from winter, the warmth and sunshine is

Gorgon City // Escape Tour // Review

by Charles Yamabe - November 25, 2018November 26, 2018

Article and Photos by: Charles Yamabe Chicago, IL --Two of the most sought after Producers/DJs, Matt Robson-Scott and Kye Gibbon, better known as Gorgon City just finished up their North American tour. The 15-date journey kicked off October 25th in Seattle and continued into November hitting major U.S. and Canadian markets

Petit Biscuit // Live @ The Vic Theater // 10.17.18

by Charles Yamabe - October 25, 2018October 25, 2018

Article and Photos by: Charles Yamabe Chicago, IL -- At just 18 years old Petit Biscuit, aka Mehdi Benjelloun, is in many ways very similar to other teenage boys of his age. What separates him from the pack is that not only is he member of the successful indie/pop duo Mount

KAABOO Del Mar // Del Mar, California // 9.14-9.16.18

by Charles Yamabe - September 24, 2018

Article and Photos by: Charles Yamabe Sand, sun, food, music, art, comedy, and perfect weather… Really, what more do you need in life? After finishing up three outstanding days in the middle of a horse racing track, all I can say is “Man, I’m exhausted… But what a blast!” KAABOO the

Billie Eilish // Live @ House of Blues // 8.1.18

by Charles Yamabe - August 7, 2018

Article and Photos by: Charles Yamabe Chicago, IL -- It's Wednesday night and even though Lollapalooza doesn't start until Thursday, the first round of official after parties is getting ready to kick off. Tonight's artist is the 16-year-old phenom Billie Eilish, who is getting ready to take the stage amid screams at

Festival Preview: KAABOO

by Charles Yamabe - July 20, 2018July 25, 2018

What makes KAABOO such a next level festival? KAABOO is a festival created by music lovers, for music lovers. An adult escape uniquely curated to appeal to all five of your senses, with world-class music, hilarious comedy, exquisite cuisines, craft libations, inspiring contemporary art, and personal indulgences. Not to mention it

Windy City Smokeout // Chicago, IL // 7.13-7.15

by Charles Yamabe - July 20, 2018July 20, 2018

Article and Photos by: Charles Yamabe Chicago, IL -- There is something distinctly different about Chicago's Windy City Smokeout festival. Considering that it takes place in a city that has over ten major music festivals is no easy task. As with most music festivals, it incorporates food, beer, and bands, and

Mamby on the Beach // Chicago, IL // 6.23-6.24.18

by Charles Yamabe - July 2, 2018

Article and Photos by: Charles Yamabe It comes as no surprise that Mamby, Chicago's most tropical music festival, has pulled off yet another successful production of its breathtaking beachside festival. Located at Oakwood Beach on Chicago's southside, Mamby combines Hip Hop, Electronic Dance Music, and Alt/Pop Rock. The pristine location leads