entertainment
Radiohead’s Thom Yorke, other musicians protest Spotify’s policies
Some performerss and independent record labels that say the popular digital streaming service is building its business model on their backs, paying them a pittance in royalties while luring customers with the promise of full access to their music.
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Nick Offerman pens his own guide to living well
You probably know him best as Libertarian manly man Ron Swanson on NBC’s “Parks and Recreation,” but actor Nick Offerman’s new book, a collection of unique life wisdom called “Paddle Your Own Canoe: One Man’s Fundamentals for Delicious Living,” hits bookshelves today.
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In ‘Broadsword,’ a metal band’s thoughts get heavy
HEDY WEISS: Marco Ramirez’ intriguing play, produced by the Gift Theatre, finds faded rockers reunited and contemplating success and failure.
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Lori’s List: ‘Super Fun Night,’ ‘Ironside’ go nowhere
“SUPER FUN NIGHT” (8:30 p.m., Wednesday, WLS-Channel 7): Rebel Wilson’s comedy about a trio of misfit shut-ins testing the social waters is neither super, nor fun. It’s more like Sad Downer Night watching the talented Wilson (“Bridesmaids,” “Pitch Perfect”) repeatedly exploit her own heft in …Read More
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Carpentersville ‘guitar guy’ an artist at his craft
CARPENTERSVILLE — There isn’t much that can’t be made into an electric guitar — from car mufflers to cigar boxes, according to local luthier Robby … Read More
Lori’s List: ‘Super Fun Night,’ ‘Ironside’ go nowhere
“SUPER FUN NIGHT” (8:30 p.m., Wednesday, WLS-Channel 7): Rebel Wilson’s comedy about a trio of misfit shut-ins testing the social waters is neither super, nor … Read More
Oh, what a feeling — Lionel Richie hits the road with his greatest hits tour
Lionel Richie is headlining U.S. concert arenas after an eight-year absence. It’s a very special tour for the 64-year-old singer-songwriter. Read More
In ‘Broadsword,’ a metal band’s thoughts get heavy
HEDY WEISS: Marco Ramirez’ intriguing play, produced by the Gift Theatre, finds faded rockers reunited and contemplating success and failure. Read More
‘Rush’: Chris Hemsworth in an instant auto racing classic
RICHARD ROEPER: Director Ron Howard gives an edgy “euro” feel to the exciting story of the ’70s Formula One rivals Niki Lauda and James Hunt. Read More
Sci-fi writer penned more than 40 novels
Frederik Pohl, a science fiction writer who wrote more than 40 novels, including “The Space Merchants” and “Gateway,” has died at age 93 at his Read More
