Chelsea Dagger has been blasting from the speakers at the United Center since the 2008 season. After the song was released in 2006, the Chicago Blackhawks quickly added the song, and stuck…
Author: Peter Kreten
The Hop to be Hip
When most think of the Chicago hip-hop scene it’s not usually a good thing. “Chiraq, Drillinois” is what they call it right? Rappers like Chief Keef and Lil Reese make songs supporting…
The Guide to Riot Fest
This year’s biggest punk festival held in Chicago will be hosted on September 13 through 15. Located at Humboldt Park, this event will feature Fall Out Boy, Blink 182, Motorhead, Blondie, and…
The Guide to Taste of Chicago
Chicago will be holding one of its biggest tourist attractions, the Taste of Chicago, on July 10 through July 14. Located at Grant Park, this event will feature Estelle, Robin Thicke, Neon…
Profanity in Music: Should it be Censored?
Profanity is heard in many different songs across the world. But, many young people ask the question “Why should it be censored?” So, why should it? Many adults say it shouldn’t because…
A World Without The Beatles
The Ed Sullivan Show. February 9th, 1964. The day America met the Beatles and from that moment, was forever under their spell. But what if the Beatles never existed? What if Paul…
“Going Clear”: A Skeptical Guide of Scientology
Journalist and author Lawrence Wright has won a Pulitzer Prize once before (for his book on 9/11 The Looming Tower). His new book – Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood & the Prison of…
The Evolution of Daft Punk
Whether you believe in it or not, evolution is present and inevitable in all walks of life. It’s only natural that nothing remains consistent in life, for variety is the spice of…
Trouble Will Find Me
Depression is often the source of much celebration in our world. The moodiest films tend to draw the most praise from the critics and, consequently, the most nominations at the Oscars. Angst-filled…
Q87.7 PIQNIQ Ticket Giveaway
Want to see the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Cold War Kids, and AWOLNATION at Q87.7’s PIQNIQ? Well WXAV can help you out. Listen to these shows for your chance to win a pair…