Looking back at the best albums from Midwest-based artists that have come out so far this year. It's your reward for surviving the first six months of 2026.
PHOTO GALLERY: Midwest Punkfest XIII in Bloomington, Illinois
Midwest Punkfest made its triumphant return to the music scene in Bloomington, Illinois after a multi-year hiatus.
End Of An Era: There Will Never Be Another Recycled Records
Stores like Recycled Records in Springfield, Illinois are hard to come by in the current era of vinyl collecting. The store will close for good on April 29.
New Store With Old Stuff: Exploring Bolingbrook’s Controlled Chaos
Controlled Chaos Vintage, Vinyl & Variety sets out to be more than just a record store in this Chicago suburb.
RSD Black Friday 2022: What You’re Most And Least Likely To Find
Record Store Day's annual day-after-Thanksgiving vinyl shopping experience returns Nov. 25 with 179 special releases.
Dedicated Fan Group, Guitarist Help Solve Mystery Following Show At Chicago’s Metro
This is why you should grab a guitar pick on the floor of a concert venue even you have no idea who threw it.
Chicago Area Store Makes Sure CD Collectors Always Get What They Want
Rolling Stones Records serves a main course of CDs with a side of vinyl. It's a rare find among record stores in the Midwest.
Pressing Matters: Where To Get Vinyl Pressed In The Midwest
From Chicago to Detroit to Nashville, this part of the country is responsible for some of your favorite albums.
The Wax Museum Is A Hidden Gem Among Bozeman Record Stores
It's cozy inside The Wax Museum, but in a way that feels like you're talking music with friends in your garage.
10 Most And Least Difficult Releases To Find During RSD Drop 2022
Everything you need to plan your shopping list for RSD Drop 2022.