If you’ve followed Art & Sol for a while, you probably already know that this platform has always been about more than just creative output. It’s about culture. It’s about identity. It’s about telling our stories—especially the ones that don’t get told enough. That’s why I’m beyond excited to share that on May 25th, I’m […]

THE BIG WEEKEND ANNOUNCES  HEADCOUNT + PROPELLER FLY AWAY CONTEST + MEET AND GREET WITH UMPHREY’S MCGEE INAUGURAL FESTIVAL TAKES OVER CHICAGO OCT 4-6 FIVE VENUES, THREE NIGHTS – ONE BIG WEEKEND  THE BIG WEEKEND will take place over three nights across five music venues in Chicago from Oct 4 – 6. Following the model of a city takeover, the inaugural festival will feature performances […]

MSI After Hours: Get Animated a 21+ event The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI) is hosting an animation-themed party on Friday, September 21. MSI After Hours: Get Animated celebrates the intersection of art and science, giving guests access to MSI’s latest exhibit, The Science Behind Pixar. Guests can also attend an exclusive conversation […]

Music Tastes Good has announced the mega-addition of Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and performer Janelle Monáe as main support on the lineup for day 2, on Sunday, September 30. Known for her groundbreaking sound and daring style, Monáe joins previously announced acts New Order, James Blake, Broken Social Scene, The Black Angels, Joey Bada$$, Santigold, Princess Nokia, Lizzo, Parquet […]

PETIT BISCUIT ADDS NEW DATES TO NORTH AMERICAN FALL HEADLINE TOUR Photo by Jonathan Bertin Fresh from sets at Lollapalooza and HARD Summer, Petit Biscuit adds new dates to his largest North American tour yet today, including Chicago’s The Vic and San Diego’s Observatory North Park, plus two nights each at Santa Ana’s Observatory and Los Angeles’ Fonda Theater. Tickets are on sale to the general public Friday, August […]

In honor of the 75th anniversary of the Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light exhibit, the Museum of Science and Industry celebrate their milestone in a big way that extends beyond the exhibit and the MSI grounds. MSI worked with the Chicago Cultural Alliance to help identify eight Chicago cultural institutions to host […]

Sundays are meant for strolls around the city and touristy things.  Summer isn’t yet over and that is certainly true for the National Museum of Mexican Art who will be playing host to Clinard Dance.  They promise to bring a contemporary representation of flamenco dance while honoring the roots of this famed dance style. Join […]

The bustle that was Bonnaroo 2017 did not overwhelm the sweet sounds of LA artist Ethan Gruska.  It was the final day of the festival and we were able to chat with Ethan before his performance.  His debut album “Slowmotionary,” he explained as “how economical I can make it” with pure piano and just his […]