If your ears need a rest, we hear you. Chicago hosted an astonishing number of concerts in 2025. There was no shortage of events that lured fans from the city, the Midwest and places further afield.

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Paul McCartney is bringing his acclaimed Got Back Tour to Chicago for a two-night finale at the United Center on Nov. 24 and Nov. 25, marking the end of his first extensive North American run since ...

As many readers know, I’m on a mission to see all my music heroes live before they depart the stage for good — and to urge you to do the same. This year, my message is: Hurry up, because the curtains ...

Do you know that game where people try to avoid hearing “Last Christmas” by Wham! for as long as possible into December? It’s telling that the game exists, revealing not just that the song is ...