Our (fairly) regular roundup of Music & Arts related news from Chicago-based web media, featuring thoughts and insight from some of the city’s most dedicated writers.
- One For The Road: The 1990 Plainfield Tornado
On this date in 1990, a tornado tore through the Chicago suburbs, killing 29 people, injuring 353 people and causing $165 million in damage. [ more › ]
- African Festival of the Arts 2012
George Clinton, Nona Hendryx, the Chosen Few DJs, and more at the African Festival of the Arts
by Luca Cimarusti
Now in its 23rd year, The African Festival of the Arts has grown to become Chicago’s largest neighborhood festival. Held in Washington Park, it honors the African diaspora with four days of attractions from several continents—arts, crafts, dancing, food, music, and more.… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ] - From Peter Venkman To Phil Connors: The Roles Of Bill Murray Immortalized As Paper Dolls
This artist created a Bill Murray paper doll complete with outfits and accessories from the funnyman’s filmography. [ more › ]
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