Park West

As a Black woman who is truly a fan, seeing Khamari perform live was an absolute dream. From the moment he stepped on stage, his soulful voice wrapped around the room and pulled everyone in. His songs took us on a journey through love, happiness, heartbreak, and healing, and every lyric felt genuine and personal. What made the experience even more special was his presence. He was calm, soothing, flirty, and effortlessly engaging. Whether he was showing off his guitar skills or flashing that beautiful smile, he had the entire crowd captivated. The energy in the room was incredible. Fans were singing along, bobbing their heads, swaying to the music, and couples stood with their arms wrapped around each other, completely lost in the moment. Khamari has a way of making you feel like he's singing directly to you, and that connection made the night unforgettable. The only disappointing part was that after the show, security quickly escorted him away. I was really hoping to get a quick photo and maybe a hug, but hopefully there will be a next time. Even without that moment, I left feeling happy, grateful, and even more of a fan than before. Overall, it was a 10/10 experience. The venue was beautiful and comfortable, with seating available for those who didn't want to stand the entire time. Between the music, the atmosphere, and Khamari's incredible performance, it was truly a night to remember.

The Church never disappoint, and this was yet another spectacular example of their long standing talent and musical magic. Whilst it was a rather steamy night with the weather (record heat wave) the Church’s performance ignited the Grog stage and held their fans steadfast with entertainment despite the humid air! Their song list did not falter, and many of their earlier songs were performed (such as The Unguarded Moment, Electric Lash, When you Were Mine, Tear It All Away, and so many more!) with a dreamy psychedelic precision. Steve Kilbey’s voice was phenomenal, as if decades had not passed us by so quickly, both Ian and Ashley were spot on with each of their amazing guitar talent, and Nicholas never falls short with his impressive talent on the drums! Had it not been for the strict city parking ordinances on the adjacent street where my mates and I parked, we would’ve definitely stood watch close to the tour buses and shared precious moments with the band, quite possibly capturing some memorable photos with them as well if not collecting autographs on their poster I bought at the merchandise stand and persuading Ian to autograph my PowderFinger cd!! 🤟🏻🎸 I’ve seen them perform six times, the first was in 2015 in Flagstaff AZ along with The Psychedelic Furs.

We attended the show last night in Chicago. From a technical POV it was amazing! Her sultry and soulful voice, the musicianship, the sound, the lights and of course THE COUCH!! It was all 💯💯💯 From a spiritual POV it was incredible! God writes love stories out of the disasters of our lives! The way Jamie humbly allows God to use her experiences to reach out to others that might be traveling or have traveled similar paths is wonderful!! Keep allowing Him to use you as a light shining into the darkness!!!

Amazing show she was very engaging with the audience and used the whole stage to her advantage giving everyone a good show not just the front of the stage! Everyone was really respectful and friendly as well would definitely see her again when she goes on tour again!

Kingfish played a superlative set, mixing in new materials with recognized favorites. The band was tight and complemented Kingfish’s effortless guitar mastery. The Blues are alive and well in this young man’s hands. I got to see him up close and personal as he did his trademark crowd walk. Opener Buffalo Nichols joined Kingfish on stage to deliver a true taste of Delta Blues as well. A great overall show from start to finish. His new material had a unique rock element but was compelling and fresh. Kingfish also had great rapport with his talented keyboard player, D-Vibes, who demonstrated equal ability and skill. Kingfish shines in an intimate setting where he feeds off the crowd’s enthusiasm. Don’t miss him if he comes to your city.

I met some of the most beautiful people in my life! I lost my blue balls! I met a super cute girl wearing a polkadot dress. We danced. I got spiritual. I also made some awesome friends that happen to live down the street. SO LICH FUN! …oh! And the music was amazing :) GO TEAM! WOOHOO!! All about the fun train!! Next stop PAPADOSIO!!

The artist was amazing. The experience was so much more than I expected. He's so so talented and considerate of his fans. He was always making sure everyone was comfortable and putting on an amazing show. The band who was doing the live music was also phenomenal. The issues I had lied in the AWFUL security. They didnt allow us to bring in loghtsicks or bags and made us set them OUTSIDE THE VENUE and told us that they werent responsible for them. They left them on the sidewalk where anyone could have grabbed them up. I also saw many people who made it inside with lightsticks and bags even though they werent allowed. Security just wasnt doing their job right in any way. They were also just extremely rude. Worst secur5 by far. Luckily, this did not affect my experience at all as I had an AMAZING time. The music was amazing, the artist was amazing, and I would do it all again(minus the annoying security).

Melvin is in command of the keys. Jeremy held a beat and held the line, in tandem with the barefooted J-P. Oteil, another shoeless bass guitar phenom brings much more personality and dynamism to the role in the band, but make no mistake, J-P is busy thumping along at the low end of the register. What?!?! I haven't mentioned John, yet. Right. His nimble fretwork, noodling, plucking and strumming, singing while leading the musical harmonies, exchanging riffs with Melvin, interesting soulful strains wove together nicely with Jeremy, Melvin and J-P. The music cascaded across a set of audience pleasers from the first steps onto the stage, 'til the final cord got unplugged. Playing through Jerry classics, like "Reuben & Cherise," the Dylan standards "Positively 4th Street" along with "Corrina, Corrina" enabled some searing jams, interchanges between musicians. The New Speedway Boogie version the band ripped through segued nicely, bringing audience participation to the shared experience, as the ladies and gentlemen bellowed out, singing along, voicing rhetorically about getting to the top of the mountain, and finding one's way among hills in some way shape or form, rather, One way or another. The sticks Jeremy was playing with shifted first to one mallet, banging away, soloing into a drum Jam with a continuation of a rigorous performance that required all the musicians on stage to orchestrate and share roles with barely a glance among them. And, what about Melvin, again... he was throwing down, givin' a riveting performance, puttin' on a show, like playing a calliope or a harpsichord in days of old. He shared his mastery in a number of ways, sliding up and down the 88's, rising to tune in on the right tones of his organ, the box he was sitting in front of, always with a foot on the expression pedal, with the mood set variously to bluesy, gospel, as well as thundering rock & roll, with so many genres intended, in between. It was a great show, that their sound engineer, Armando, brought to the venue with all due precision of a world class act. A very pleasant surprise was the regionally high profile warm-up act, who are elevating their performances with each outing, the Joe Marcinek Band (JMB). Mixing up bass players, bringing in a lead vocalist, sharing the stage with old friends who can almost read one another's minds, having worked at their relationships for over 20 years, was an underpinning of solid, straight ahead contemporary rock & roll. Release of their first album '1 River Street' (cheeky name with a number of plays on words in the title alone), that bears a listen, or at least two or three. JMB was able to rev up the crowd, set the ambiance for the main Act while showing adept skills on originals. Before their conclusion the JMB musicians as well drove vibrations right through the center of the crowd on the familiar Black Crowes hit "Hard to Handle," demonstrating a knowledge of what had come before, in order to know where they need to go next. If you get a chance to see either of these acts again, seize the opportunity, buy their music and merch, to one day soon to rock and roll, again.

Connor and Graham just really know how to put on a show! Their energy is absolutely unmatched and they both get the crowd really into whatever song they do even if people may not know the song! They are both just such amazing role models and wonderful, genuine people both on stage and off, much love to both of them and highly recommend seeing them!!:)

Although the Park West is about my least-favorite venue in Chicago - The Record Company put on another great show. The vocals were a little muffled early, but they righted the ship pretty quickly. The second half of their set really brought the house down!

One of the best concerts I've ever seen. Entire band was outstanding, they were on fire from the opening song until the end. Chris Vos is a great front man. Great guitar player and soooooooo much energy it's just insane. Alex and Marc were just as impressive. This is truly one of the great live acts out there.

I’m 70 years old and l’ve been to many different concerts,and she , my , friends blew me away. When the two of the performers played together it was smokin hot . The best one ever , can’t wait to see them perform again. 🙏💋👅👀👁️👍👍😎☘️🌈

Back in the day when Michael McDermott first hit the scene, people tried to label him as the “next Springsteen”. While the comparison is flattering, it’s also nice to be respected as an artist and songwriter in your own right. But for one night only, Michael and his band embrace embrace those old comparisons and deliver a full evening of mostly Springsteen covers with a little Tom Petty too. The result is a fun raucous night of joyful music. This band is tight, the covers are legit. I will be back next year! The opening act is Devin Scott Hodge, a local singer songwriter who also embraces the spirit by doing covers of Michael’s songs. He treats those songs with reverence and finds a way to make them his own. All in all, just an amazing evening!

Amazing set!!! Michelle sounded amazing!!! The band was tight and energetic! Been wanting to watch her perform for years and she delivered a hell of a show! I loved the new renditions of some of her hit songs! Would definitely go to another show!

Finding parking is usually a hassle at this venue, but otherwise a nice place. Jesse McCartney never dissapoints when we go to see him. It was my second time seeing him and my fiancée third time. When he comes back to Chicago we will for sure be there.

This band is one of the last true pure rock/metal bands imo. They nail the swagger, energy, crowd presence and can play the hell outta their instruments. Saw them twice in one week and each show had great energy from the band

My first Echosmith show and it definitely won’t be my last! I had the chance to attend with my daughter and we had a wonderful time! Loved the show and Sydney was amazing! As well as the rest of the band! The Weathers was also an amazing opening act! Can’t wait to see Echosmith again!!

Beth really redeemed herself after canceling the Chicago show twice. She sang with just her piano and guitar & left her heart on the floor.; two straight hours of great music & story telling. She is amazing!

It was amazing!!! I was not able to get the VIP I was close to getting it but sold out. But I at the ending it was an amazing experience to see this wonderful person on stage. I love you!! Please come back soon!! I wanna be able to hear you one more time!!💙

It was an amazing experience!! Hearing him live and performing was amazing!! I hope for Justin to come again to Chicago for a solo concert it would be amazing!! His new Album with his new Song would be amazing to hear him one more time!! Come back soon to Chicago!!