March 2023

Portugal. The Man’s John Gourley joins Hanuman Welch on ALT CTRL Radio on Apple Music 1 to discuss their new album ‘Chris Black Changed My Life,’ New Single “Dummy,” growing up in Alaska and the band’s musical progression since their debut album.

Portugal. The Man’s John Gourley Talks to Apple Music About Their New Album ‘Chris Black Changed My life’…

It’s the best jazz guitar lover’s show in the world, celebrating all facets of the guitar in jazz. Frank Vignola’s virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world’s top musicians, including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Donald Fagen, Tommy Emmanuel, the Boston and New York Pops, and more. Every Wednesday at The Birdland Theater, Frank leads Frank Vignola’s Guitar Night.

ARC Music Festival, Chicago’s flagship house and techno festival, has announced the initial artist lineup for its 2023 edition taking place September 1-3 at Union Park. After expanding to three days for the first time last year, ARC heads into its third year firmly rooted as a fan-favorite in the global festival circuit, continuing to bring in internationally renowned talent to the birthplace of house music.

Acclaimed jazz pianist Marc Copland brings his trio to the Zinc for a splendid evening of jazz piano on Tuesday, March 21. He’s supported by bassist Drew Gress and drummer Billy Drummond.

Showtimes are at 7:00 PM and 8:30 pm. Tickets: $30 advance / $35 day of show. For more info, visit http://zincjazzcom.

Acclaimed jazz guitarist Charlie Ballantine brings his formidable trio to Zinc on Monday, March 20. He’s supported by Jesse Wittman on bass and Richard “Sleepy” Floyd on drums.

Showtimes are at 7:00 pm & 8:30 pm. Tickets: $25 in advance /$30 at the door. For more info, visit https://www.zincjazz.com.

Nashville Americana singer-songwriter and virtuosic guitarist Jax Hollow manages to refine the heavier, rock ‘n’ roll machismo of previous work with producer Michael Wagener (Metallica, Mötley Crü), distilling a more distinctive sound that yields progressive Southern rock and country twang, as well as expert songwriting on her sophomore album Only the Wild Ones (out May 5).