Plus: ESS codirector Olivia Junell on a sound she could listen to forever, Reader music editor Philip Montoro on a fusion of apocalyptic synths and ancient rhythms, and more
Plus: Interdisciplinary artist and musician Mikel Patrick Avery on his favorite non-singing singer, Reader critic Peter Margasak on meticulously meditative prepared guitar, and more
Eight Reader writers range all over the musical map, from Milk Music's revivalist take on early-90s "alternative" to Jace Clayton's irreverent tribute to minimalist composer Julius Eastman.
By Peter Margasak, Miles Raymer, Kevin Warwick, Leor Galil, Monica Kendrick, Tal Rosenberg, Philip Montoro, and Luca Cimarusti
Remarkable Spanish vocalist Buika makes her Chicago debut at Symphony Center on Friday night, paying tribute to Mexican ranchera singer Chavela Vargas.