Flea (Musician)

Inspired by Twin Peaks, Matt Skellenger explores duality on his latest album

The music fan's guide to voting

The defining narrative of American politics since the turn of the millennium seems to be that 'We the people' are screwed no matter who gets elected. Elect a Republican: We engage in pre-emptive war, the national deficit skyrockets, and we sacrifice education and infrastructure investment. Elect a D ... More >>

Lollapalooza suspended, resumed after dangerous weather conditions

BY ERIK THOMPSON The 2012 installment of Lollapalooza has thus far brought the requisite extremes, in terms of performances and potent weather. A two-hour delay cut through the middle of Saturday's entertainment at Chicago's Grant Park, and a good many people were wishing they had just the record h ... More >>

Sounds of Blackness: Fishbone releases documentary in honor of Black History Month

Fishbone, the self-described "disparate, all-black oddball crew," has released a documentary in honor of Black History Month. Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone is a brutally honest portrayal of one of the wildest and most influential black alternative bands in our culture. Fishbone began as ... More >>

Red Hot Chili Peppers Blood Sugar Sex Magik can almost buy booze

Saturday marks the twentieth anniversary of the monumental Red Hot Chili Peppers album, Blood Sugar Sex Magik. In 1991, the world was in a war-charged state of transition. Combat troops were preparing to be sent to the Gulf; the Soviets were in fear of the big chill and their food supply; Los Angele ... More >>

Westword Music Showcase 2006

Be there or be square!

Letters to the Editor

From the week of February 9, 2006

Banyan

Friday, February 3, Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom, 1-866-464-2626.

People Pleaser

Perry Farrell wants to turn your frown upside down.

Red Hot Chili Peppers

By the Way (Warner Bros.)

A Family Tree

Though rooted in some legendary punk and rock bands, Banyan's free-form style extends far into the future.

Blackwater Runs Deep

The guiding vision behind Robert Bradley's Blackwater Surprise.

After Further Review

Putting the season's major releases to the test.

To Buy or Not to Buy

Reviews of 23 recent superstar recordings--just in time for your holiday purchasing pleasure.

THRILLS

MIX AND MATCH

HOW TO PICK THE PERFECT SUMMER CONCERT FOR YOU.

WANTED: BASSIST AND DRUMMER...

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