For the first time since 2011, Rolling Stone has compiled a list of the 250 Greatest Guitarists. The list features standouts from alternative, blues, metal, and more. The top 10 was comprised of:
Jimi Hendrix
Chuck Berry
Jimmy Page
Eddie Van Halen
Jeff Beck
Sister Rosetta Tharpe
Nile Rodgers
B.B. King
Joni Mitchell
Duane Allman
Other notable entries include Tom Morello at 18, John Frusciante at 25, Jack White at 32, and Kurt Cobain at 88.
Legendary hardcore frontman Walter Schreifels [Gorilla Biscuits, Quicksand, Rival Schools] joined Case the Producer for a chat about staying hip, his influence on hardcore music, and so much more.
After spending the first half of the year on the road with blink-182 and Turnstile, opening act Beauty School Dropout is back with their second full-length album. The band heads to SubT on November 15.
You can watch to Case the Producer’s chat with the band at Lollapalooza here.
boygenius: the rest
A victory lap for the white-hot trio, boygenius have spent the year selling out arenas and amphitheaters all over the country. As they cap off a historically great year, they leave us with the rest, a brisk EP featuring leftovers from the album sessions. We hope we get to see them again soon.
†††: Goodnight, God Bless, I Love U, Delete.
Chino Moreno of the Deftones and Shaun Lopez of Far are back with a new record, the first in nine years for Crosses. They joined Brian & Kenzie for an in-depth discussion on their record, which can be found on the Q101 Morning Crew podcast.
The Menzingers: Some Of It Was True
One of Philadelphia’s greatest exports, The Menzingers, are back with their seventh studio album. Akin to The Gaslight Anthem, The Menzingers pack songs full of feelings from a bygone era. They come to The Salt Shed on November 25.
New-school post-grunge standouts Superheaven are on a reunion tour celebrating 10 years of their standout record, Jar. Since the band took a hiatus towards the end of the decade, they have since gone viral on TikTok, shooting their track “Youngest Daughter” onto viral track charts. They celebrate their newfound success at the Bottom Lounge on Friday night.
Lucinda Williams at The Riv (Friday)
Alt-country legend Lucinda Williams brings a career’s worth of songs to The Riv on Friday night for an intimate evening of exquisite tunes. You can get a ticket here.
Band of Horses at The Salt Shed (Friday)
In a similar vein to the aforementioned Lucinda Williams, Band of Horses, the iconic, twangy alt-rock legends return to Chicago for the first time since their show with the Black Keys last summer. Tickets are almost gone but you can still get one here.
Phish at the United Center (Friday-Sunday)
Phish are somehow playing three nights at the United Center. If this is your thing, more power to you.
Join Q101 at Massacre Haunted House on FRIDAY THE 13TH!
Prepare to immerse yourself in sheer terror as Q101 invites you to experience the horrors of Massacre Haunted House on Friday the 13th, from 7 pm to 9 pm!
Get ready for an evening filled with spine-tingling scares at this extraordinary haunted location. But the thrills don’t end there – we have an array of incredible prizes up for grabs, including the chance to score a pair of tickets to see Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness in concert. Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this unforgettable night, where fear meets excitement on the spookiest day of the year. Join us for this exclusive experience. Click here for tickets.
Streetlight Manifesto at The Riv (Saturday)
Ska-punks Streetlight Manifesto are bringing their zany ways to The Riv for a headlining show on Saturday night. Grab a ticket before they go.
Open House Chicago (Saturday-Sunday)
Open House Chicago returns to the city, opening up more than 170 architectural wonders across the city for free tours. Check out new additions like the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre and Riviera Theatre, or visit returning favorites such as Wintrust’s Grand Banking Hall.
Chicago Pizza Summit (Sunday)
There’s no need to debate about which city has the best pizza in the world because nine out of ten Chicagoans agree that ALL pizza is delicious. The Chicago Pizza Summit celebrates thin crust, deep dish and everything in-between with an all-you-can-eat event at Royal Palms Shuffleboard, where attendees can dig into pies from Professor Pizza, Gino’s East, Bacci, Dimo’s, Connie’s and other slice purveyors. The festivities will also include a special keynote speaker, a pizza tattoo parlor and a pizza pop-up art showcase. There will be two sessions, and admission comes with five drink tokens and a commemorative plate.
Bloody Mary Fest (Sunday)
The most ubiquitous breakfast cocktail gets its very own festival at Theater on the Lake, where attendees can sample drinks, brunch bites, games and live music as some of the city’s top bartenders try to concoct the most creative Bloody Mary interpretation. You’ll find Bloodys overflowing with toppings, an artisan market to shop at and optional yoga and fitness ticket add-ons.
GUMMY BEARS! The cameras at Tipton Gas Bar in Lake Cowichan on Vancouver Island captured footage as the black bear wandered into the store, took a pack of gummy bears off a rack and left.
“Loaded: The Greatest Hits 1994-2023” track listing:
01. Everything Zen 02. Little Things 03. Comedown 04. Glycerine 05. Machinehead 06. Swallowed 07. Greedy Fly 08. Mouth (The Stingray Mix) 09. The Chemicals Between Us 10. Letting The Cables Sleep 11. The People That We Love 12. Inflatable 13. The Only Way Out 14. The Sound of Winter 15. This Is War 16. Bullet Holes 17. Flowers On A Grave 18. The Kingdom 19. More Than Machines 20. Nowhere To Go But Everywhere 21. Come Together
A member of the Chicago Cubs security staff went to the hospital Tuesday after coming into contact with a substance in a piece of mail. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon near Wrigley Field. The employee was taken to Illinois Masonic Hospital by ambulance after coming into contact with what police called a “skin irritant.”
A hazmat team arrived at the scene alongside a bomb unit. The Chicago Fire Department, the Postal Inspection Service and the FBI also responded to the scene.
The Texas Rangers are on fire right now. They blew past the Tampa Bay Rays in two games and are now one win away from sweeping the Baltimore Orioles in the American League Divisional Series. The team has suffered major injuries this year and has dealt with a subpar bullpen, but they’re rapidly approaching the American League pennant. Why are they so successful despite what should be obvious setbacks?
Creed.
Pitcher Andrew Heaney began blasting the iconic rock band in the locker room during the second half of the season as a way to inspire the team. Rangers play-by-play announcer Jared Sandler explained, “Andrew Heaney just shared that as the team was going through the rollercoaster of the second half, they started having fun and playing Creed before games. He said that if Creed was played at GLF [Globe Life Field] on Tuesday or Wednesday and fans started belting out the song, it would fire them up!”
Over the weekend at Austin City Limits in Texas, the Foo Fighters played a rousing, two-hour set to close out Friday night’s festivities. Before they closed out their set with “Everlong”, they were joined by country superstar Shania Twain, who helped the band play their penultimate song. “Best of You”.
Twain, in a later tweet, noted that her and her son love “rocking out” to Foo Fighters.
My first band was a rock band, my first big producer was one of the worlds renowned rock producers, me and my son like to rock out 😂 Totally worth the adrenaline fuelled run from my stage to yours Dave Grohl – you are a true friend and talent ❤️ @aclfestivalpic.twitter.com/czHJH7VMhC
Case the Producer chatted with Josh Caterer from Chicago’s own Smoking Popes during the Riot Fest 2023 rain delay. The two spoke about what it was like to hear the Popes on Q101 for the first time, what it’s like touring with Morrissey, and so much more!
blink-182 is back with a brand new single off their upcoming album One More Time…The music video features the band paying homage to punk rock trailblazers, the Ramones. The new record comes out on October 20.
BoyWithUke: Lucid Dreams
The much-hyped BoyWithUke is back with his fourth album in three years. Lucid Dreams is yet another excellent release from the visionary who spent good time on the road last year with AJR. We can’t wait to see him back in Chicago soon.
Citizen: Calling the Dogs
Citizen, for nearly a decade now, have been top dogs in the underground scene. Combining pop punk hooks with dancy, upbeat grooves, the band has put their best foot forward with the release of their sixth studio album, Calling the Dogs. They’ll be back in Chicago on November 26 at Concord Music Hall. Tickets can be found here.
The Gaslight Anthem: Autumn
Twisted XMAS Night 4 artists The Gaslight Anthem are back with a stunning new single off of their upcoming record, History Books, which is slated to drop at the end of the month. The newest single, “Autumn”, sounds like a song best heard in a communal environment. Tickets for their night of Twisted XMAS can be purchased here.
Lovejoy: Normal People Things
Speaking of Twisted XMAS, Lovejoy has new music! “Normal People Things” is yet another exciting entry in the already-stellar Lovejoy catalogue. We can’t wait to hear this live at the Aragon in December. Get your tickets to Lovejoy before they sell out here!
Noah Kahan ft. Kacey Musgraves: She Calls Me Back
Noah Kahan is back with a brand new single featuring country music standout Kacey Musgraves. Kahan continues his white-hot streak of singles with this new release.
Paramore: This Is Why: Re
A year after the release of This Is Why, Paramore and friends are back with a remixed version of last year’s superb album. The last track of the album almost features “Sanity”, a previously unreleased demo from the This Is Why recording sessions.
Travis Barker-backed frontman Kennyhoopla brings his Raised By Wolves tour to the Metro on Friday night for what should be a thrilling night of energetic, catchy tunes. Get there early for locals Footballhead. Tickets can be purchased here.
Beth Stelling at The Den Theater (Friday)
Originally discovered by Jimmy Kimmel, Beth Stelling has become one of the most entertaining comedians on the planet. She’s spent the better half of the last decade dominating the late-night talk show circuit. You can watch her special If You Didn’t Want Me Then on Netflix.
Join Brian at Golf Galaxy (Saturday)
Join Brian and Q101 as we celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Vernon Hills Golf Galaxy at Townline Commons on Saturday, October 7th from 11am to 1pm. Be among the first 100 adults in line each morning at their grand opening to have a shot at winning a free mystery gift card, with a chance to be the lucky recipient of a $500 gift card! Plus, don’t miss out on the excitement of Closest to the PIN and Putting contests, and exclusive Grand Opening Deals!
Margaret Glaspy at Sleeping Village (Saturday)
Combining a classic blues sound with indie rock, Margaret Glaspy has become one of the most entertaining frontwomen in all of music. Fresh off the heels of her new album, Echo the Diamond, Glaspy returns to Chicago for an intimate show at Sleeping Village. Grab a ticket on their website.
The Beaches at Chop Shop (Saturday)
Viral sensations The Beaches return to the Chop Shop for their first trip back to Chicago since Lollpalooza earlier this year. When they played Lolla just a few months ago, they were one of the first bands of the entire weekend to play. Millions of new fans later, they now will play a sold-out, headlining gig this weekend.
Chicago Beer Fest (Saturday)
Visit the Field Museum for a one-of-a-kind beer festival featuring 65 breweries showcasing their favorite seasonal brews and select museum exhibits. You can get a ticket here.
Extra Life Chicago Gaming Convention (Saturday)
Lurie Children’s Hospital will host this fundraising convention that brings together the local gaming community for a good cause. Attendees will be able to play arcade, video and tabletop games, compete in tournaments, shop vendors and artists, hear from game developers, attend an app building workshop and more. All proceeds will benefit the hospital and the patients and families it serves. Learn more here.
Junie B. Jones, The Musical at The Greenhouse Theater Center (Opens Saturday)
Adapted from Barbara Parks’ perennially popular early-reader book series, this classic follows the uproarious escapades of the plucky first-grader who many of us grew up with. You can grab a ticket to the opening performances here.
Chicago Marathon (Sunday)
For those that seem to be running away from something, the 26.2 mile journey kicks off on Sunday morning. You can keep up with the street closures here.
Militarie Gun & Scowl at Sub T (Sunday)
Two of the most exciting up-and-coming bands in the world head to Subterranean on Sunday night for what should be an epic, sold-out show. This will likely be the last time you get to see these two bands in a room this small. Big things are coming for both groups. Say hi to Case the Producer if you see him there.
The Band CAMINO at the Aragon (Sunday)
Dubbed “your mom’s favorite band”, this powerhouse rolls into the Aragon on Sunday night. This is the first trip to Chicago since playing The Riv in early 2022. You can still get a ticket to this show here.
The Wonder Years at The Riv (Sunday)
Gods of pop-punk, The Wonder Years, storm The Riv on Sunday night for what should be a thrilling night of music. If you have a yearning for Warped Tour, this show can fill that void. Get there early for Sweet Pill and Anxious, two excellent bands. Tickets can be purchased here.
Ahead of playing Q101’s Twisted XMAS on December 7, Sincere Engineer is establishing themselves as arguably the hottest Chicago-based band. Last night marked a major milestone for the band, who heard their song “California King” live on Q101. Singer Deanna Belos’ reaction was heartwarming.
lol i’m shaking!! @Q101Chicago just played california king 😭💕
