Laz Alonso hasn’t slowed down one bit since heating up the big screen with his role as fraternity leader “Zeke” in 2007’s box office hit, “Stomp the Yard” (Sony Screen Gems). The Washington, D.C. born and raised actor has shifted the momentum of Hollywood success into but three major motion picture releases slated [...]

We first got to know this multi-talented, award winning entertainer as a backup singer for Monica, then as a member of Destiny’s Child. But this Rockford, IL native has far reaching solo talent and real insight into the entertainment industry. Read on… InChiCity: Love the title of your new [...]

Chicago got a little hotter this past month when famed singer/songwriter and the undisputed “Queen of Disco,” Donna Summer (born LaDonna Adrian Gaines) came into town. The crowd comprised of all races, genders, and sexual orientation was electric and eager to listen to legendary music store owner, Dedry Jones interview Ms. Summer for [...]

A quarter century ago, families gathered around their televisions for Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” Perhaps 25 years earlier, people young and old enjoyed Motown. Dedry Jones says, “Times were better then.” Visit Jones on a bad day and find him wearing chunky boots and a navy-fleece sweater with matching pants. The Music Experience, [...]

Although she’s a home-grown; full-blown Chicagoan, Liz Toussaint stands different from the rest. That’s definitely needed in the music world today; different is good. This city girl has a country soul and InChiCity.com has all the answers for the many questions her fans have wanted to know. InChiCity.com: Ms. Toussaint, such a [...]

Clearly the year is going by swiftly….Can you believe it’s already March!!! While the rest of the world is enjoying the beginning of spring and the great fashion that comes with it, Chicago is still dwelling in the monstrous winter. Everyone knows Chicago only has two seasons, winter and summer and fall if we’re [...]

Exposed to Jazz at a young age, I’ve always believed the trumpet to be one of the most prolific instruments.   Speaking from the mind of a poet, the trumpet’s ability to cover every range associated with any emotion the human mind can elicit is inspiring.  Such a heartfelt sound can only be eloquently presented [...]