Run the Jewels Pitchfork Review: A Surprise Appearance and a Lasting Impression By Erin Osmon Atlanta's Killer Mike and Brooklyn's El-P performed as Run the Jewels, the duo behind the year's best rap album yet. Read more
Here's Why You Still Need a Wall Clock By Alice Oglethorpe Even with digital timepieces all around us, a clock on the wall—particularly one by local artisan Jee Bundy—is a lovely thing. Read more
The Handsome Family Q&A: This Is a Nice Night for a Pedal Steel By Kevin Mckeough The husband-and-wife country duo talk about their return to Chicago for tonight's free show in Millennium Park. Read more
A Little Wine for Fall? By Elizabeth Fenner Skip a predictable black leather jacket. Try this slick number from Yigal Azrouël. Read more
M.I.A. Pitchfork Review: The Lady Loses It By Erin Osmon The bass was loud, the scene was festive, and people were dancing. But M.I.A. herself was out of sync and irritated. Read more
Why Medea Works in Pilsen: Q&A with Luis Alfaro By Catey Sullivan A talk with the Mojada playwright before it premieres at Victory Gardens Theatre tonight. Read more
Lil B Pitchfork Review: A Strange Show That Just Worked By Tomi Obaro The rapper was charming enough to pull off his wacky solo performance of live hip-hop theatre. Read more
Sky Ferreira Pitchfork Interview: The Lowdown on Her Long-Awaited Debut LP By Erin Osmon The burgeoning music sensation on her Pitchfork set, her next moves, and what to expect from her debut full-length. Read more
R. Kelly, Megalomaniac, Shows 10 Ways To Close Out Pitchfork in Style By Elly Fishman A handy list of ways to make sure your rapt audience knows who they came to adore. Diamond mic? Check! Read more
Tree Pitchfork Review: A Big Introduction for a Rising Chicago Rapper By Tomi Obaro The 29-year-old emcee kicked off a day of stellar hip hop performances. Read more
