TO SEE The best gigs this fall SEPTEMBER Russian Circles
Local instrumental metal trio Russian Circles returns to Metro behind Guidance—a collection of heavy anthems and atmospheric segues drenched in propulsive rhythms and sludgy riffs. Metro, 3730 N Clark St (773-549-4140,
metrochicago.com). Sept 9 at 9pm; $20–$22.
William Tyler Nashville guitarist Tyler gets
lumped in with American Primitive fingerpickers, but his latest album, Modern Country, is an adventurous genre-blending affair, filled with sprawling instrumentals that incorporate krautrock rhythms and psychedelic arrangements. Constellation, 3111 N Western Ave (
constellation-chicago.com). Sept 14 at
Glen Hansard +
Colm Mac Con Iomaire A one-time street performer who
starred in the hit indie movie Once, former Frames frontman Hansard specializes in raw, emotive folk-rock. Playing solo, he gravitates toward some of his most soul-bearing songs, including tunes from his 2015 release, Didn’t He Ramble. Vic Theatre, 3145 N Sheffield Ave (773- 472-0449,
jamusa.com/the-vic). Sept 20, 21
Craving even more hip-hop? After
debuting in 2014, Aahh! Fest (curated by Common) returns to
Union Park as a two-day event. On Sept 24, a community showcase gives young local talent a chance to shine before a star-studded lineup (sorry, folks—Kanye won’t be appearing this year) takes the stage on Sept 25. Union Park, 1501 W Randolph St (aahhfest .com). Sept 24 at noon, Sept 25 at 3pm; $75.
Chance the Rapper’s
Magnificent Coloring Day The hometown hip-hop hero throws a one-day music festival at U.S. Cellular Field (home of his beloved White Sox) accompanied by EDM heavyweight Skrillex, R&B singer John Legend, Odd Future leader Tyler the Creator and other guests. U.S. Cellular Field, 333 W 35th St (
chanceraps.com). Sept 24 at 1pm; $35-$150.
Every fall, Hyde Park comes alive
with wailing saxophones and brushed drums as jazz performers fill the neighborhood’s venues for this two-day festival. Highlights this year include legendary pianist Randy Weston and a collaboration between acclaimed saxophonist Miguel Zenón and the Spektral Quartet. Various venues (
hydeparkjazzfestival.org). Sept 24, 25 at 1pm; suggested donation $5.
Bill Callahan Ever since he shed his Smog
alias, Callahan has released some of his most strikingly beautiful albums to date, including 2014’s Have Fun with God. Armed with a warm baritone and wry sense of humor, the songwriter weaves folk ballads that sound like sage advice from a world- weary traveler.
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Constellation, 3111 N Western Ave (
constellation-chicago.com). Sept 25, 26
Sigur Rós After years of increasingly
grandiose albums and concerts, the ethereal Icelandic post- rock trio strips down to the essentials on this tour, testing new, unreleased music and reinterpretations of old songs without the aid of a backing band. The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St (312- 462-6300,
thechicagotheatre.com). Sept 30
OCTOBER
Brian Wilson The cofounding Beach Boy
celebrates the 50th anniversary of the seminal Pet Sounds album by performing it in its entirety, with substantial assistance from a band that faithfully re-creates the record’s classic melodies and taut vocal harmonies. The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St (312- 462-6300,
thechicagotheatre.com). Oct 1
Angel Olsen Acrobatic-voiced singer-
songwriter Olsen plays energetic rock songs and slow-burning ballads from her fiery new LP, My Woman, grappling with self-identity and unrequited romance. Thalia Hall, 1807 S Allport (312-526- 3851,
thaliahallchicago.com). Sept 27,, $20–$210.
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DJ Shadow Best known for his meticulously
sampled 1996 debut, Endtroducing, turntablist and producer Josh Davis shows off tracks from his new album, The Mountain Will Fall, which blends instrumental pastiches with contributions from hip-hop supergroup Run the Jewels and German composer Nils Frahm. Metro, 3730 N Clark St (773-549-4140,
metrochicago.com). Oct 7 at 8pm; $30.
Kanye West West’s perpetually “unfinished”
record The Life of Pablo may not be an instant classic, but the Chicago native should be able to redeem it in an arena. Whether he opts for Alejandro Jodorowsky– inspired theatricality or a glorified advertisement for his latest clothing line, expect a show that demonstrates how much Kanye loves Kanye. United Center, 1901 W Madison St (
ticketmaster.com). Oct 7 at 8pm; $29.50– $139.50. · Allstate Arena, 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont, IL (
ticketmaster.com). Oct 8
Cymbals Eat Guitars
Stripping away some of the psychedelic sheen that dominated its first two records, Cymbals Eat Guitars channels Bruce Springsteen on the band’s latest LP, Pretty Years—a fitting soundtrack for late-summer backyard barbecues. Empty Bottle, 1035 N Western Ave (773- 276-3600,
emptybottle.com). Oct 11 at 9pm; $12.
+ Josh Rouse A godfather of power pop, Lowe’s catalog of witty, heartfelt songs (perhaps you’ve heard “Cruel to Be Kind”) has experienced a recent resurgence, thanks to prominent admirers like comedian Marc Maron and
Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy. Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N Lincoln Ave (
oldtownschool.org). Oct 15 at 8pm, Oct 16 at 7pm; $40.
September–November 2016 Time Out Chicago
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