Article by Ciara Rose Belfiore, cover photo by Jaxon Whittington It’s a Sunday night after a jam-packed Lollapalooza weekend, and yet, there’s still a line around the block at Lincoln Hall. And who would draw such a crowd other than indie darlings Lowertown and julie? Festival aftershows offer concertgoers the unique opportunity to see their favorite artists in a more intimate setting. Often ... more
Interview and article by Audrey Strand On July 31st 2025, I sat down with folk artists Malena Cadiz and Anna Ash in the WLUW studio to chat about their music and broadcast some live songs for our listeners. Both artists are from LA, and were visiting Chicago for a show in Evanston at SPACE that night. Immediately upon meeting them, I felt put at ease by their soft voices and open hearts, chatting ... more
Article by Finley Harrison, cover photo by Kate LaMendola Nashville-based singer-songwriter Laney Jones’ single “Another Rolling Stone” is out today, July 11. Ahead of its release, WLUW music director Finley Harrison spoke with the artist about the song, her upcoming headlining tour, and more. Finley Harrison: First, I want to start by congratulating you on your upcoming headlining tour and the re ... more
Written by Sinead Bane ARREIS sat down with me in the WLUW studio on Wednesday June 18th, a prelude to her performance that night at Reggie’s in Chicago. On her current tour, she’s performing music from her two albums, Blindside and Vices. Though based in Nashville, ARREIS originally hails from the Chicago area; her Reggie’s performance served as a homecoming show. The pop/rock musician’s discogr ... more
Interview and article by Audrey Strand On May 19th, I sat down with the psych rock/blues-inspired band Daisychain at 88.7 WLUW to hear a few songs and chat about their upcoming events and releases. Made up of Nickole Regala on bass and vocals, Sophia Williams on guitar and vocals, and Frankie Sripada on lead guitar, Daisychain is Chicago-based and hot off the press with new music. Before I intervi ... more