Those who knew him over the decades shared public tributes to Quincy Jones on Monday.
Oprah Winfrey, Paul McCartney and more pay tribute to Quincy Jones
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Quincy Jones, music titan who was born in Chicago, dies at 91
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music titan whose vast legacy ranged from producing Michael Jackson’s historic “Thriller” album to writing prize-winning film and television scores and collaborating with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and hundreds of other recording artists, has died at 91.
Not just for the summer: ‘Brat’ is Collins Dictionary’s word of the year for 2024
Collins Dictionary has declared “brat” – the album title that became a summer-living ideal – its 2024 word of the year.
Are you ready for it? Northwest Indiana Swifties head to Indianapolis for the final Eras Tour weekend in the US.
Taylor Swift will bring her Eras Tour to Indianapolis this weekend performing three nights at the Lucas Oil Stadium. The city will likely see an economic boom.
Review: Stripped down ‘3.0’ tour at the Auditorium shows a Sting in top condition
If you’re looking for a musical example of the practical and creative benefits of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, Sting provided it Tuesday night at a packed Auditorium Theatre. Appearing at the historic venue on the second of a four-night run on his “Sting 3.0” tour, the 73-year-old icon played with a rousing blend of energy, finesse and muscularity that mirrored his athletic physique. Whether owing to his fit-and-trim condition, his stellar band or a relatively recent decision to return to his roots by stripping down his songs and group to core essentials, Sting made a primarily nostalgic set feel vibrant, […]
Review: Usher is all confidence and talent in his ‘Past Present Future’ tour at United Center
Don’t be surprised if there’s a run on cherries at your neighborhood grocery store once Usher’s multi-night stand at the United Center concludes Thursday. At the first of three shows on Monday, the R&B singer transformed the fruit into a sensual accessory. Walking amid the crowd on the lower level, he dispensed the red treats […]
Chicago Sinfonietta president Blake-Anthony Johnson will depart in 2025
He will be the new CEO of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation, following a transformative few seasons leading the Sinfonietta.
Phil Lesh, founding member of Grateful Dead and influential bassist, dies at 84
Grateful Dead founding member Phil Lesh has died at age 84.
Beyoncé, whose ‘Freedom’ is Harris’ campaign anthem, is expected at Democrat’s Texas rally on Friday
Beyoncé is expected to appear Friday in her hometown of Houston at a rally for Vice President Kamala Harris, according to three people familiar with the matter.
Sting talks about his ‘3.0’ tour, his hit songs and ‘Last Ship’ before Chicago shows
“Sting 3.0” will play four nights at the Auditorium Theatre over the course of a week. “Is this a third act? I don’t know. The three of us make a lot of noise, it’s been a lot of fun.”