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North Coast Music Festival 2018 After Parties

Far Out Midwest StaffAugust 23, 2018

Each night after the main event, North Coast Music Festival will be keeping the party going in some of Chicago’s most popular clubs & concert venues including Concord Music Hall, the MID, Prysm, Bottom Lounge, & Studio Paris. Their late night... Read More...

Post Animal’s video for “Ralphie”

Far Out Midwest StaffAugust 17, 2018

Post Animal have made a name for themselves as one of Chicago’s most exciting up-and-coming bands. "Ralphie" is the lead single from their latest neo-psych rock album, When I Think Of You In A Castle. Band co-founder Joe Keery, known for his role ... Read More...

5 Chicago Acts from Lollapalooza 2018

Far Out Midwest Staff and Zachary RothAugust 17, 2018

Many Chicago based acts graced the stage at this year’s Lollapalooza in Grant Park. Here are five we thought we'd highlight: Post Animal: Psychedelic garage rock band Post Animal performed their older hits and some songs off of their new 2018 rele... Read More...

New Music: Jessica Risker “Zero Summer Mind”

Far Out Midwest StaffJuly 31, 2018

Chicago musician Jessica Risker has shared a video for the minimal folk track “Zero Summer Mind”. Risker will start her tour tomorrow for a two-week run of dates with label mate Caroline Says. “Zero Summer Mind” is featured on Jessica’s first album ... Read More...

Official 2018 Lollapalooza Aftershows Announced

Far Out Midwest StaffJune 22, 2018

Starting Tuesday, July 31st and extending through Sunday, August 5th, Lollapalooza’s official aftershow lineup includes performances by Franz Ferdinand, CHVRCHES, Petit Biscuit, Carly Rae Jeppson, and more! Check out the full schedule: Tuesday, Ju... Read More...

Live Review: Spring Awakening Music Festival 2018

Far Out Midwest StaffJune 12, 2018

This past weekend, thousands of festival-goers flocked to west side of Chicago at Addams/Medill Park for the 7th annual Spring Awakening Music Festival. The yearly EDM-infused spring/summer music festival brought a three-day celebration of bass-heavy... Read More...

Riot Fest First Wave Lineup

Far Out Midwest StaffMay 31, 2018

Riot Fest returns to Chicago on September 14-16 at Chicago’s Douglas Park and they just announced the first wave of their year’s lineup. Beck, Cat Power, Blink-182, Father John Misty, Blondie, Pussy Riot, Elvis Costello, HEALTH, GWAR, Speedy Ortiz, U... Read More...

Spring Awakening Music Festival’s 2018 Official After Parties Announced

Far Out Midwest StaffMay 25, 2018

From Chicago's most popular and intimate nightclubs including the MID, Prysm, Sound-Bar, and Electric Hotel, to concert venues like Concord Music Hall and The Vic Theatre, there are myriad shows throughout the weekend to keep the party going after th... Read More...

Lucille Furs – “Another Land” b/w “Leave It As You Found It”

Far Out Midwest StaffMay 10, 2018

Last month, Chicago-based Psychedelic/Baroque Pop band Lucille Furs released a new 7” single featuring “Another Land” b/w “Leave It As You Found It” on the Chicago label Treehouse Records. Stream it here and then buy it here. Lucille Furs online:... Read More...

Vans Chicago House Parties Lineup Announced

Far Out Midwest StaffMay 8, 2018

Brooklyn & Chicago Summer Music and Art Series Features Performances by Vic Mensa, Princess Nokia, Iceage, Unknown Mortal Orchestra and more! Vans has announced the return of their House Parties series to House of Vans Brooklyn and Chicago.... Read More...