Legend Haz It at Township-CIMM Fest opening night

Last night I had the opportunity to cover an after party for CIMM Fest’s opening night. I hand-selected the events that I’m reviewing, and after reading the blurb about Legend Haz It I knew I wanted to check them out. All of the members studied music in college-specifically jazz. They’ve come together to form a 7-piece hip-hop outfit with a lot of soul. The band … Continue reading Legend Haz It at Township-CIMM Fest opening night

I Am Not A Rock Star **** (Out Of *****)

Over the next few days I’ll be covering some events for the Chicago International Movies and Music Festival. This is one I couldn’t get to, so I’m reviewing it early. There is no end to my fascination with child prodigies. The natural talent, the ambition to succeed-things most people will never have-some realize when they’re toddlers. When I read the synopsis for I Am Not … Continue reading I Am Not A Rock Star **** (Out Of *****)

5th Annual CIMM Fest, April 18th-21st

Next Thursday the fifth annual Chicago International Movies and Music Festival will kick off what is sure to be another great film and music experience here in the windy city. Last year’s winner of the festival’s award for best short documentary is back to screen a series of short films about his father, acclaimed musician Van Dyke Parks. I was lucky enough to see Parks … Continue reading 5th Annual CIMM Fest, April 18th-21st