On Sept. 22, 1985, rock and country music artists participated in “Farm Aid,” a concert staged in Champaign, Illinois, to help the nation’s farmers.
Today in History: Farm Aid concert held in Champaign, Illinois
Category: Music and Concerts
Diddy faces public scrutiny over alleged sex crimes as questions arise about future of his music
He was arrested in New York on Sept. 16 and accused in an indictment of using his “power and prestige” to induce female victims and male sex workers in “Freak Offs” along with allegations of abuse dating back to 2008.
All things Taylor Swift to viewed through an academic lens at North Central College’s ‘TayTalks’
What do Plato and J. Robert Oppenheimer have to do with Taylor Swift? North Central College faculty are going to tell you. Wednesday night, the Naperville college is hosting a series of “TayTalks.” That’s right, a whole evening of faculty presentations about the superstar herself. Call yourself a Swiftie? Buckle up. Speakers are set to celebrate and discuss Swift through the context of everything from physical therapy to physics.
New York Philharmonic musicians agree to 30% raise over 3-year contract
The New York Philharmonic and its musicians’ union settled on a collective bargaining agreement Thursday that includes a 30% raise over three years.
What will become of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ musical legacy? Experts weigh in following his indictment
Sean “Diddy” Combs is widely recognized as one of the most influential figures in hip-hop, but his indictment Tuesday on sex trafficking and racketeering charges further clouds his legacy. For some, it may change their relationship to his music.
Tito Jackson’s family says the Jackson 5 member has died at 70
Tito Jackson, one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70.
Englewood festival notches a quarter-century of jazz on the South Side
Before the Englewood Jazz Festival begins Thursday, its founder Ernest Dawkins takes a moment to remember big musical moments — and the lean years.
Wife of Jane’s Addiction frontman says tension and animosity led to onstage scuffle
A scuffle between members of the groundbreaking alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction came amid “tension and animosity” during their reunion tour, lead singer Perry Farrell’s wife said Saturday.
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra opening night to include a Midwest premiere
The Park Forest-based organization’s opening night features Three Great American Symphonies at Trinity Christian College.
Justin Timberlake pleads guilty to impaired driving in New York
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to impaired driving Friday, resolving the criminal case stemming from his June arrest in New York’s Hamptons.