At Double Door, Letters to Cleo Prove They’re More Than Some ’90s Band
If you’re trying to place Letters to Cleo, yes, they are that band who play the prom and soundtrack for 10 Things I Hate About You. And, Kay Hanley was […]
Sarah Brooks is a native Chicagoan with a penchant for words, music, art and this magnificent city of Chicago. Raised on The Beatles and learning the violin at age 9, Sarah’s passion for music began early in life. Her musical obsessions include Wilco, Otis Redding, Neko Case and Real Estate, but they truly change daily. She can be found at a concert, trying a new restaurant, or running along the lakefront path.
Joffrey’s Romeo & Juliet: Sad and Sweet With a Beautiful Flourish
We all the know the story; two star-crossed lovers separated by their families, major fights and deaths in the streets, all leading Romeo and Juliet to tragically bring their lives […]
Congratulations, Bob Dylan
It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t have some fond appreciation for Bob Dylan. His songs are like stories, his lyrics like poetry. Melodies infused with wisdom, with many keeping political […]
Daybreaker Diary: Wednesday Morning Fever
My eyes opened very slowly when my alarm went off at 4:45 a.m. on Wednesday morning. Awakening in a haze, I pondered, do I REALLY want to do this? My bag was […]
MisterWives in Conversation: Perfect Pop with Intention
If you would have told me I would get to interview a really notable pop band in a hotel suite, I probably would scoff at you. But I did get […]
Margaret Glaspy and Bad Bad Hats Stun at the Green Mill
I’d never been to the Green Mill before, which is odd considering I live in the neighborhood and it’s one of Chicago’s most, if not the most, notable jazz venues in the […]
Who We’re Ready to See at Riot Fest 2016
Chicago’s festival season is culminating in, ironically, one of the most raucous and high-energy events. Riot Fest 2016 offers a slew of talented acts, including a Misfits reunion, the last show ever […]
The Hideout 20-Year Reunion in Review
I meandered through an industrial area along the North Branch of the Chicago River, past factories and the latest small businesses, only to make that familiar turn on Wabansia Street, finding the enclave […]
Third Coast Mixtape No. 2: Editor’s Choice
The second installment of our TCR Mixtape series is ready to be listened to. I’ve curated this week’s playlist with some of my favorite songs spanning the past and present. […]
A Conversation with Andrew Bird: Crafting Music and Chicago Memories
It’s not every day you get to speak to one of your favorite musicians, and when that day comes, narrowing down your questions proves to be a bit daunting. Throughout my […]
Third Coast Mixtape No. 1: Our First Playlist, Featuring Recent Releases
If you’re looking to discover new music curated directly by the Third Coast Review team, we’ve got you covered. We’re launching a playlist series, which we will release a few […]
Schoolhouse Rock Live!: Where History and Grammar Rules Converge
Seeing that Schoolhouse Rock Live! was currently playing in Chicago, I instantly wanted in on this nostalgic musical journey. Though the show at the Apollo Theater in partnership with Emerald […]