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January 2016 • Volume 42, Number 3 • www.illinoisentertainer.com
COVER STORY:
THE CULT
Frontman Ian Astbury is a seeker – of truth,
knowledge, beauty, and that which often seems
just out of reach on the far existential horizon. He’s
53 this year, and The Cult is celebrating the 30th
anniversary of their landmark Steve Brown-produced Love juggernaut, which cemented the symbiotic relationship between he and guitarist Billy
Duffy. Tom Lanham talks to Astbury about the
band's new album Hidden City.
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HELLO, MY NAME IS AL
Chicago industrial metal progenitors, Ministry, led by
the charismatic Alain Jourgensen, is a musical institution in
these parts. Jourgensen and crew will be performing at
Concord Music Hall on Thursday, Dec. 31st. Their first New
Year’s Eve show in 27 years. Ministry disbanded after the
death of Al’s friend and longstanding guitarist Mike Scaccia
in 2012. So NYE is a special one-off party in Al’s hometown.
IE's Kelley Simms spoke to Mr. Jourgensen about the show
and the band's '90s salad days, which weren't always as
enjoyable as they seemed.
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X AMBASSADORS
File
Writer Thomas Mann once coldly posited 'You can never go
home again,'but X Ambassadors bandleader Sam Harris would
respectfully disagree. The Ithaca, NY-bred group’s recent debut
VHS is a hit based on the alt-rock hit "Renegades." Tom Lanham
has their backstory.
Best of 2015 albums, shows and singles.
Double Feature
Oscar! Oscar! Take a look at me.
Sweet Home
He's still and always will be The Chief.
FROM THE PIT: FIRST THREE, NO FLASH;
THE BEST OF 2015 IN PHOTOS
Media
IE's Curt Baran captured some of our best photos of the year,
including the Replacements final shows at The Riv, and the
marathon known as Lollapalooza (featuring Paul McCartney,
Charlie XCX, and Elle King among others). And don't forget
Riot Fest 2015 in Douglas Park, we present our Year In Photos.
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WGN's weekend newsman has seen it all.
Spins
R. Kelly, Roy O., Europe and more.
Calendar
IE's monthly listings of the best shows at the best venues.
Caught In A Mosh
Chicago metal legends Trouble are baa-ack.
Classifieds
You dumped your boyfriend's bassist, now you're looking for another.
Gear
The best tape delay simulation pedal ever?
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Studiophile
Returns in February.
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