Custom Placements: Culture Lead
DJ Heather Is in a Rhythm of Joy
We caught up with the Chicago house DJ ahead of her Lollapalooza set on how she stays inspired and motivated.
Now Accepting New Listeners
Clinical counselor by day, Jessica Risker swaps her therapy couch for a guitar and flute on her first album in seven years.
August Agenda
Top 10 reasons to fill up your calendar this month
The Age of Klaus Mäkelä
Not even 30, the Finnish conductor is already the buzziest name in classical music. Now he’s set to usher in a new era at the helm of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
The Celebrity Channeler
Deft impressions on social media have made Matt Friend a rising comedy star.
Making Some “Illinoise”
Sufjan Stevens’s sweeping ode to the Prairie State turns 20. Let’s explore the album’s enduring status as a cult classic.
A Walk in the Garden
A new MCA exhibition reconsiders generations of local queer art — and the activism that inspired it.
The Power That Pop Culture Has
Adrienne Gunn’s debut novel uses reality television — and humor — to consider how modern media has affected our approach to love, success, and friendship.