Passion Over Profit: A glimpse into Chicago’s underground music scene
DIY shows create opportunities for independent artists and eager listeners to enjoy music from people's homes.
Music
Hungry Brain’s jazz improv series turns 25
Roscoe Village’s hidden Belmont jazz club has helped host emerging musicians and DePaul School of Music students break into Chicago’s jazz and improvised music scene.
2000s DeThrowbackz
I’m a certified lover of songs that still hit years later.
DePaul’s FEST marks its return in a new location
After back-to-back issues with FEST in previous years, the event returns with major changes.
Music School program prepares students for audio industry
Students present multimedia projects at annual Sound Recording Technology showcase.
Stage Diving in the STU: Zercher steals the show at Battle of the Bands
The DePaul Music Business Organization’s annual show brings in student talent to compete for studio time, campus clout and the opening slot at FEST.
“All They Wanted” was to see Panchiko live
Rediscovered through 4Chan, Panchiko attracts thousands of fans to their 2026 tour.
‘You Feel Like Home’: Jamie Fine on touring, identity and new horizons
The Canadian-born musician is stopping in Chicago this Wednesday, March 25, during her first-ever US tour.
DePaul’s Performing Arts Management creates student-run record label
Blue Demon Records is PAM’s new required practicum class.
‘The Life of a Showgirl’ review: It didn’t make my “Wish List”
Taylor Swift’s 12th album has less standout lyrics and is less relatable than ever.
Aux Cord Wars takes over Blue Demon Welcome
This unique blend of a performance and game show allowed new freshman and elder DePaul students alike to dance along to pop music with their cohorts.
