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Illinois has been a hotbed of musical talent, birthing some of the most iconic voices in the history of music. From the smooth jazz of Miles Davis to the soulful melodies of John Prine, the state boasts an impressive roster of singers who have left an indelible mark on the industry. Richard Marx's heartfelt ballads,
The Staple Singers, a legendary American gospel, soul, and R&B group, have left an indelible mark on the music landscape with their harmonious blend of faith, activism, and infectious grooves. Formed in 1948 by patriarch Roebuck "Pops" Staples and his children Cleotha, Pervis, Yvonne, and Mavis, the group rose to prominence during the 1960s and
'Stax: Soulsville U.S.A.' HBO documentary goes deep into the Memphis record company and artists like Otis Redding and Sam and Dave.
Box sets of jazz and R&B reissues by Sonny Rollins, Mavis Staples and more have made this spring a bumper harvest for musical discoveries.
Gov’t Mule, in the midst of its 13-stop, Thirty Years Strong tour of the West, and Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, on its opening winter/spring tour stop, both touched down on February 16 for a massive, and splendid, night of music at The Venue at Thunder Valley Casino Resort, just north of Sacramento.