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BLUES UPDATES
Southern Avenue – Prairie Center, Schaumburg, October 18, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria Tiernii & Tikyra Southern Avenue at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg, IL, Saturday, October 18, 2025 Â Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria Every once in a while you come across a group that just "wows" you. This was the case for me when I recently experienced the group Southern Avenue. They blend blues, soul, rock and gospel into a beautiful package of inspiring lyrics and spirited music. Â This traveling family band from Mem
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Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame honors Chicago's Blues legacy and more for 2025's induction event at Rialto Theater, Joliet
Story & Photos by Jim Summaria L to R: Barbra Marks, Bettye Kelly, Evelyn Tan Cooper, Freddie Dixon The Illinois Rock and Roll Museum and...
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The Who & Joe Bonamassa – United Center, Chicago, Sept. 7, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria The Who & Joe Bonamassa at the United Center in Chicago September 7, 2025 Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria...
Sep 19
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Mud Morganfield Interview
“I had to have some blues of my own to sing about….you don’t just get up and go outside and say, ‘Look at me, I’m a bluesman!’ You’ve got...
Sep 13
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HOT SHOWS
HOT SHOWS - November 1 & 4, 2025: John Primer at FitzGerald's & Rosa's
FitzGerald's Rosa's Lounge photo: Jennifer Noble John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band: Rosa's Lounge , 3420 W. Armitage, Chicago November 1, 2025 Friday Shows: 9:30 p.m. & 11 p.m. Doors: 8 p.m. General Admission - $20- $25 Find ticket information  HERE FitzGerald's , 6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn November 4, 2025 - Bluesday Tuesday Show: 7 p.m. General Admission - $10 advance/ $15 door Stefan Hillesheim in the Sidebar at 8:30 pm Find ticket information  HERE ABOUT THE ARTIST
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Marty Gunther’s Red, Hot ’n Blues Music Reviews - October 2025
By Marty Gunther Red Hot ’n Blues Reviews for October 2025  Buddy Guy – Ain’t Done with the Blues RCA/Silvertone Records...
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LIVE SHOW REVIEW
Southern Avenue – Prairie Center, Schaumburg, October 18, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria Tiernii & Tikyra Southern Avenue at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg, IL, Saturday, October 18, 2025 Â Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria Every once in a while you come across a group that just "wows" you. This was the case for me when I recently experienced the group Southern Avenue. They blend blues, soul, rock and gospel into a beautiful package of inspiring lyrics and spirited music. Â This traveling family band from Mem
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BLUES UPDATES
Southern Avenue – Prairie Center, Schaumburg, October 18, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria Tiernii & Tikyra Southern Avenue at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg, IL, Saturday, October 18, 2025 Â Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria Every once in a while you come across a group that just "wows" you. This was the case for me when I recently experienced the group Southern Avenue. They blend blues, soul, rock and gospel into a beautiful package of inspiring lyrics and spirited music. Â This traveling family band from Mem
10 minutes ago
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Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame honors Chicago's Blues legacy and more for 2025's induction event at Rialto Theater, Joliet
Story & Photos by Jim Summaria L to R: Barbra Marks, Bettye Kelly, Evelyn Tan Cooper, Freddie Dixon The Illinois Rock and Roll Museum and...
Sep 19
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The Who & Joe Bonamassa – United Center, Chicago, Sept. 7, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria The Who & Joe Bonamassa at the United Center in Chicago September 7, 2025 Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria...
Sep 19
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Mud Morganfield Interview
“I had to have some blues of my own to sing about….you don’t just get up and go outside and say, ‘Look at me, I’m a bluesman!’ You’ve got...
Sep 13
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HOT SHOWS
HOT SHOWS - November 1 & 4, 2025: John Primer at FitzGerald's & Rosa's
FitzGerald's Rosa's Lounge photo: Jennifer Noble John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band: Rosa's Lounge , 3420 W. Armitage, Chicago November 1, 2025 Friday Shows: 9:30 p.m. & 11 p.m. Doors: 8 p.m. General Admission - $20- $25 Find ticket information  HERE FitzGerald's , 6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn November 4, 2025 - Bluesday Tuesday Show: 7 p.m. General Admission - $10 advance/ $15 door Stefan Hillesheim in the Sidebar at 8:30 pm Find ticket information  HERE ABOUT THE ARTIST
2 days ago2 min read
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FALL 2025 CONTEST
Enter to win this fabulous prize package from Buddy Guy! Chicago Blues Guide is celebrating Buddy Guy's 89th Birthday (born July 30,...
chicagoblueseditor
Sep 28
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CD REVIEWS
Marty Gunther’s Red, Hot ’n Blues Music Reviews - October 2025
By Marty Gunther Red Hot ’n Blues Reviews for October 2025  Buddy Guy – Ain’t Done with the Blues RCA/Silvertone Records...
Oct 1
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FEATURED ARTICLES
LIVE SHOW REVIEW
Southern Avenue – Prairie Center, Schaumburg, October 18, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria Tiernii & Tikyra Southern Avenue at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg, IL, Saturday, October 18, 2025 Â Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria Every once in a while you come across a group that just "wows" you. This was the case for me when I recently experienced the group Southern Avenue. They blend blues, soul, rock and gospel into a beautiful package of inspiring lyrics and spirited music. Â This traveling family band from Mem
chicagoblueseditor
10 minutes ago
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BLUES UPDATES
Southern Avenue – Prairie Center, Schaumburg, October 18, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria Tiernii & Tikyra Southern Avenue at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg, IL, Saturday, October 18, 2025 Â Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria Every once in a while you come across a group that just "wows" you. This was the case for me when I recently experienced the group Southern Avenue. They blend blues, soul, rock and gospel into a beautiful package of inspiring lyrics and spirited music. Â This traveling family band from Mem
10 minutes ago
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Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame honors Chicago's Blues legacy and more for 2025's induction event at Rialto Theater, Joliet
Story & Photos by Jim Summaria L to R: Barbra Marks, Bettye Kelly, Evelyn Tan Cooper, Freddie Dixon The Illinois Rock and Roll Museum and...
Sep 19
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The Who & Joe Bonamassa – United Center, Chicago, Sept. 7, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria The Who & Joe Bonamassa at the United Center in Chicago September 7, 2025 Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria...
Sep 19
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Mud Morganfield Interview
“I had to have some blues of my own to sing about….you don’t just get up and go outside and say, ‘Look at me, I’m a bluesman!’ You’ve got...
Sep 13
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HOT SHOWS
HOT SHOWS - November 1 & 4, 2025: John Primer at FitzGerald's & Rosa's
FitzGerald's Rosa's Lounge photo: Jennifer Noble John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band: Rosa's Lounge , 3420 W. Armitage, Chicago November 1, 2025 Friday Shows: 9:30 p.m. & 11 p.m. Doors: 8 p.m. General Admission - $20- $25 Find ticket information  HERE FitzGerald's , 6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn November 4, 2025 - Bluesday Tuesday Show: 7 p.m. General Admission - $10 advance/ $15 door Stefan Hillesheim in the Sidebar at 8:30 pm Find ticket information  HERE ABOUT THE ARTIST
2 days ago2 min read
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FALL 2025 CONTEST
Enter to win this fabulous prize package from Buddy Guy! Chicago Blues Guide is celebrating Buddy Guy's 89th Birthday (born July 30,...
chicagoblueseditor
Sep 28
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CD REVIEWS
Marty Gunther’s Red, Hot ’n Blues Music Reviews - October 2025
By Marty Gunther Red Hot ’n Blues Reviews for October 2025  Buddy Guy – Ain’t Done with the Blues RCA/Silvertone Records...
Oct 1
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FEATURED ARTICLES
LIVE SHOW REVIEW
Southern Avenue – Prairie Center, Schaumburg, October 18, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria Tiernii & Tikyra Southern Avenue at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg, IL, Saturday, October 18, 2025 Â Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria Every once in a while you come across a group that just "wows" you. This was the case for me when I recently experienced the group Southern Avenue. They blend blues, soul, rock and gospel into a beautiful package of inspiring lyrics and spirited music. Â This traveling family band from Mem
chicagoblueseditor
10 minutes ago
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BLUES UPDATES
Southern Avenue – Prairie Center, Schaumburg, October 18, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria Tiernii & Tikyra Southern Avenue at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg, IL, Saturday, October 18, 2025 Â Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria Every once in a while you come across a group that just "wows" you. This was the case for me when I recently experienced the group Southern Avenue. They blend blues, soul, rock and gospel into a beautiful package of inspiring lyrics and spirited music. Â This traveling family band from Mem
10 minutes ago
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Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame honors Chicago's Blues legacy and more for 2025's induction event at Rialto Theater, Joliet
Story & Photos by Jim Summaria L to R: Barbra Marks, Bettye Kelly, Evelyn Tan Cooper, Freddie Dixon The Illinois Rock and Roll Museum and...
Sep 19
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The Who & Joe Bonamassa – United Center, Chicago, Sept. 7, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria The Who & Joe Bonamassa at the United Center in Chicago September 7, 2025 Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria...
Sep 19
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Mud Morganfield Interview
“I had to have some blues of my own to sing about….you don’t just get up and go outside and say, ‘Look at me, I’m a bluesman!’ You’ve got...
Sep 13
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HOT SHOWS
HOT SHOWS - November 1 & 4, 2025: John Primer at FitzGerald's & Rosa's
FitzGerald's Rosa's Lounge photo: Jennifer Noble John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band: Rosa's Lounge , 3420 W. Armitage, Chicago November 1, 2025 Friday Shows: 9:30 p.m. & 11 p.m. Doors: 8 p.m. General Admission - $20- $25 Find ticket information  HERE FitzGerald's , 6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn November 4, 2025 - Bluesday Tuesday Show: 7 p.m. General Admission - $10 advance/ $15 door Stefan Hillesheim in the Sidebar at 8:30 pm Find ticket information  HERE ABOUT THE ARTIST
2 days ago2 min read
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FALL 2025 CONTEST
Enter to win this fabulous prize package from Buddy Guy! Chicago Blues Guide is celebrating Buddy Guy's 89th Birthday (born July 30,...
chicagoblueseditor
Sep 28
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CD REVIEWS
Marty Gunther’s Red, Hot ’n Blues Music Reviews - October 2025
By Marty Gunther Red Hot ’n Blues Reviews for October 2025  Buddy Guy – Ain’t Done with the Blues RCA/Silvertone Records...
Oct 1
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FEATURED ARTICLES
LIVE SHOW REVIEW
Southern Avenue – Prairie Center, Schaumburg, October 18, 2025
Review & Photos: Jim Summaria Tiernii & Tikyra Southern Avenue at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg, IL, Saturday, October 18, 2025 Â Review & Photos: By Jim Summaria Every once in a while you come across a group that just "wows" you. This was the case for me when I recently experienced the group Southern Avenue. They blend blues, soul, rock and gospel into a beautiful package of inspiring lyrics and spirited music. Â This traveling family band from Mem
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10 minutes ago
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