REPRINTED FROM: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-silver-room DONATE: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-silver-room Support the $1M Art Fund for The Silver Room – A Legacy of Culture, Community, and Creativity $45,047 raised of $1M goal · 525 donations (June 4, 2025)  $954,953 needed!!! For 28 years, The Silver Room has been more than just a store — it has been a cultural heartbeat for […]

Wow… just wow! I am absolutely overwhelmed—in the best way possible—by all the love, well wishes, texts, calls, posts, and messages I received for my 58th birthday on April 19. I’m still smiling from ear to ear! Each message reminded me of how blessed I am to have such an incredible circle of friends, family, […]

  Hello House Music Lovers and GO BANG! Family!   Can you believe it? Five years! Five years since we launched GO BANG! Magazine, right in the thick of the pandemic, on April 1st, 2020. Five whole years of vibrant colors, groundbreaking interviews, and the kind of raw, unfiltered energy that only Go Bang! Magazine […]

Musical Directions Presents: Window Shopping RemixesRelease Date: March 28, 2025Catalogue Number: MDIR005Artists: Robert Owens, DJ Matt Black Track Listing: Window Shopping (Club Mix)Window Shopping (Dub Edit)Window Shopping (Acid Tech Mix)Window Shopping (Instrumental Mix)Window Shopping (Jack’in Edit)Window Shopping (Original Mix)Window Shopping (Techno Mix)Window Shopping (Vocal Mix)Window Shopping (Acappella Mix)     Musical Directions, the iconic label […]

From Pierre Andre’ Evans and the entire team at Go Bang! Magazine, we extend our warmest wishes for a meaningful Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Today, we remember the powerful legacy of Dr. King, a visionary whose unwavering commitment to justice and equality continues to inspire generations. His dream of a world where individuals are […]

Happy New Year to all our incredible readers! As we flip the page on a brand new year, I, Pierre Andre’ Evans, publisher of Go Bang! Magazine, want to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support. Your passion for House music, DJs, art, fashion and dance ignites our own, and your readership fuels the […]

Dearest Readers, As the year draws to a close and the festive spirit fills the air, I, Pierre Andre Evans, Publisher of GO BANG! Magazine, want to extend our sincerest gratitude to each and every one of you. Your unwavering support throughout the year has been the driving force behind our continued success. Your readership, […]

  Chicago, IL— Black Ensemble Theater’s Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces the world premiere musical revue as part of the 2024 Season of Affirmation: Protection – Hitt Records, written and directed by Black Ensemble Theater’s Producing Managing Director Daryl D. Brooks. Hitt Records, replacing the previously announced A Gamble on Huff: The Story of […]

Podcast courtesy of Entrepreneurial Enclave   Donald Crossley is a name synonymous with the birth of house music. As one of the founders of the iconic Warehouse nightclub in Chicago, he played a pivotal role in shaping Chicago’s vibrant dance music scene and fostering the birth of House music and dance culture worldwide. Donald Crossley, […]

Used by permission: Entrepreneurial Enclave SUBSCRIBE The interview with DJ Wayne Williams, founder of the renowned Chosen Few Djs House Music Festival, the longest-running house music festival worldwide, was captivating, leading to its early release on this page. Our in-depth conversation explores house music extensively. This was our first joint effort. I hope you enjoy […]

Hey, Go Bang Fam! The crisp autumn air is blowing through the streets of Chicago, and with it comes the warm glow of Thanksgiving! It’s a time for family, for feasting (let’s be real, mostly feasting!), and for reflecting on all the things we’re grateful for. And at the top of that list, we have […]

YouTube video courtesy of: The Entrepreneurial Enclave SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theentrepreneurialenclave6392 Please check out this interview by Kevin Wortham for his YouTube podcast ENTREPRENEURIAL ENCLAVE.LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_R1gScFcPz4 I am honor to be interviewed, each and every time I am approached and a request is made. THANK YOU!!!! BIOPublisher, Journalist, Author, DJ, Dancer Pierre Andre’ Evans has taken the publishing, literary and […]

Photo courtesy of: https://www.facebook.com/jordonez1234 Tickets $27 – $100:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/body-house-dance-summit-2024-tickets-934277367757?aff=ebdsoporgprofile 4:00 PM – 8:45 PM August 29th: Workshops @ Steadfast Dance Center Date: Thursday, August 29th Time: 4PM – 8:45 PM Location: Steadfast Dance Center, 1860 S. Blue Island Ave, Chicago, IL Instructors & Class Schedule: 4:00PM Jay-J(Jus.be) , 5:11PM Trish (Devine Instant), 6:22PM Brand1 (Circle […]

Photos courtesy of Singles Films and Music Entertainment STREAMS EVERYWHERE ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2024 In the past 5 years, writer, director, and producer Billy Ray Valentine has entertained us with his visions. With streaming phenomenons such as “LIL CEASAR“, “ROSELAND“, “MAGIC“, “THE WALK OF RUFUS 1&2“, and “A MASQUERADE TRAPP“, Mr. Valentine now brings […]

Photo credit: Zmny Records   Ozie Nzeribe who portrayed Royale Hughes in seasons 1 and 2 of the Apple TV+ series ‘Swagger’ is set to star in the Tubi thriller mystery ‘Rock The Boat 2, a project by Footage Films with Chris Stokes as director and Marques Houston as producer. Nzeribe will play Durell, a […]

Photo credits:  Eric Logan / Videos credits: YouTube   Vito Tisdale, also known as “Big V” or “Vito Banga,” is a former member and front man of the multiplatinum hip-hop group Nappy Roots. Big V has been credited as the architect of several of the group’s biggest hits including “Po Folks” and “AwNaw”. Hip Hop […]

All photo credits:  John Coleman III   John Coleman III aka DJ LIL’ JOHN, is without question one of Chicago’s most well-respected DJs. From school gymnasiums to roller rinks, from nightclub residencies to nationally syndicated mix shows, millions of people have heard his “hands do the talking.” John’s passion has always been in radio. He […]

On November 24, 2019, I accepted an offer for my dream job with a radio station, as a freelance writer and social media manager. This was my first time fully pursuing my dream of being self-employed, so I took a leap of faith and accepted the position, as a side hustle to my main job. […]

Photo courtesy of  Seed Lynn   Established on the southside of Chicago in 2013, Tamarie T. & Thee Elektra Kumpany stand as torchbearers of a transformative musical odyssey, inviting audiences into the realm of Exotik Funk—an original, authentic sound curated by Tamarie T. himself. Within this sonic universe, a rich tapestry unfolds, intricately weaving together […]

Photo credit: Angieski   For 30 years, Robbi’s been treating Promotion as an art form! He puts his heart and soul into every aspect. His innovative and evolving marketing strategies, captivating social media posts, and engaging content truly captures the essence of events, which generates significant buzz among a target audience. Robbi The Promoter is […]

Photo courtesy of: GRAYAREA.CO In honor of Black History Month, let’s give props to the Black & Brown members of the gay community and one of their many contributions to the world… HOUSE!!! House music is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in the African American and Latino LGBTQ+ communities of Chicago and […]

Photos provided by Vincent Johnson   Contrary to the stigma and misnomer surrounding Cabrini-Green, the area he grew up in what was simply known as Frances Cabrini, located on the near northside of Chicago and originally referred to as Little Italy. Before the red and white projects were built, the Row Houses as they were […]

Photos courtesy of DJ Slugo   DJ Slugo has been performing since the early 1990’s as a founding member of Chicago’s infamous Dance Mania label, along with co-conspirators Paul Johnson and DJ Deeon. Slugo is world-renowned for his hits including, “Wouldn’t You Like to be a Hoe Too?“, “A Blunt“, “Godzilla Track“, “Where the Rats?“, […]

Photos provided by Holle Thee Maxwell & Connie Carroll: When you mention the name ”HOLLY MAXWELL”, you have mentioned a name that is respected all over the world. She IS “THEE entertainer’s entertainer” and IS better than she has ever been before! Musically, this lady has done it all, traveled everywhere and knows everybody that […]

Photos courtesy of Facebook DONATE As most of you know, our brother in House music, Jesse Saunders suffered a severe stroke in November of 2022. Since then, he has been hospitalized, then in rehab, non-vocal, getting fed through a tube, his walk staggers, and he had been trying to get back to some semblance of […]

(Chicago, IL) Opening tonight, “IRL” at Goodman Theatre, is Highway Patrol—Emmy Award-winning actor Dana Delany’s (China Beach, Desperate Housewives) true personal story crafted entirely from her digital archive of hundreds of tweets and direct messages on Twitter. Together with three-time Emmy Award nominee Dot-Marie Jones (Glee’s Coach Beiste) and emerging Chicago actor Thomas Murphy Molony […]

Salute to Black History Month in Chicago! ✊ February is Black History Month, and Chicago, its birthplace, offers a vibrant tapestry of events and experiences to celebrate the rich contributions of the Black community. Here are some ways you can join the celebration: Immerse yourself in history: Bronzeville: Take a self-guided walking tour of Bronzeville, […]

Photo courtesy of Facebook & Article reprinted from Mixmag Magazine  Black Coffee is currently receiving medical treatment after he was involved in a “severe travel accident on a flight” while travelling to a show in Argentina, supposedly from turbulence. Please join me in prayer for a full recovery for Black Coffee.         […]

As we come to the close of 2023, GO BANG! Magazine and myself, Pierre, would like to wish you and yours a HAPPY HOLIDAY season and a prosperous New Year. Please take care of yourself and your loved ones, and make a POSITIVE difference in someone’s life, each and every day. Live life to the […]

Shared from The Obama Foundation Santa… err… President Obama stopped by an elementary school on the South Side of Chicago on Tuesday to spread some holiday cheer, and one student couldn’t believe her eyes! Take a LOOK!!! We hope this brings a smile to your face and puts you in the holiday spirit. Forward this […]

Photos courtesy of Facebook     Ozie Nzeribe, also known as “ZMNY” is an 18-year-old international rapper with genres reaching Hip Hop, melodic and lyrical Rap, R&B, and Afro Beat. He’s an Actor, Model, Humanitarian, and well-rounded scholar who appears as a series regular role on “Swagger”, with Kevin Durant’s basketball drama series on Apple […]

Written and Directed by Jackie TaylorOpening: December 03, 2023Closing: January 14, 2023$101.50 – $101.50 including fees Tix: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35140/production/1156931?performanceId=11275344 It’s the 47th Anniversary of Jackie Taylor’s holiday classic hit “The Other Cinderella.” It’s been almost five decades and Cinderella is proving to be ageless. The story line remains the same – Cinderella is from the projects, […]

Dancers pictured: (female) Cortney LaFloy & (male) Pierre Andre’ Evans @ Chosen Few Picnic’s 25th Anniversary (2015) in Chicago, IL   Information reprinted from https://www.facebook.com/akaBA   Young and mature House music dancers needed for a WTTW-TV taping!!! We are doing a re-creation of the Warehouse club in the 70’s and 80’s. WHEN: Monday Dec 4, […]

Harry Kappen is a Dutch producer, musician and music therapist. His latest full album ‘Escape‘ (Spring 2022) contains songs about escaping reality, escaping violence, even life, escaping into love, dreams or art. It became a personal journey with personal lyrics. ‘Barefoot in the Dew‘ was the only single from this album. In the beginning of […]

GO BANG! Magazine wishes you and yours a HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! As we reflect on the year, there are countless reasons to be thankful for you, the #GoBangMagazineFamily.  YOU have been an undeniable source of inspiration, support, and community.   WE APPRECIALTE YOU!!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE SUPPORT!    Love, Pierre Andre’ Evans […]

Support | Shop | ExploreNeighborhood Champions Leading the Way! RSVP REQUIRED:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bronzevilles-small-business-saturday-largest-southside-holiday-kick-off-tickets-749149445157? The Absolutely Anything Essential gift shop along with over 20 vendors, service providers and small business owners invite you to support, shop and explore in Bronzeville. This 8th year Neighborhood Champion celebration will be held on Saturday November 25, 2023 from 10 am until […]

I attended their dinner for NYE 2021. Many of you saw me on the ABC7 NYE Television Special with hosts Val Warner and Ryan Chiaverini. I HAD A BALL!!!  I highly recommend you going to one of their shows!!!  – Pierre Andre’ Evans,    Owner / GO BANG! Magazine   A spectacle of unforgettable performances, […]

Chicago, IL – Stewart Music Emporium presents performer Gregory Stewart, 2023 Jeff Award nominee (Reasons: A Tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire) in a limited run of his tribute Just One of Those Things (And More): The Nat King Cole Story, December 8, 2023 – January 7, 2024, at Venus Cabaret Theater, 3745 N Southport […]

All photos courtesy of Facebook.com Advance ticket purchase encouraged.TICKETS TO THE EVENT CAN BE PURCHASED HERE Please join us on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 6pm – 10pm @THE HAVEN ENTERTAINMENT CENTER – 932 W. 43rd Street   OUR SUCCESS STORY Since 2016, Barbara Giles’ commitment to bring outreach and awareness in the fight against […]

Photos courtesy of Facebook.com CLICK HERE TO DONATE#25ToStayAlive One of our own…Chicago’s own…House’s own…Craig Loftis, pioneering DJ, music producer, club owner and one of Frankie Knuckles’ proteges, needs our help. His club, “The Lodge”, one of Chicago’s only southside clubs dedicated to House music, culture and the community, was recently closed by the City of […]

Photos courtesy of Jesse King Buga   Popularly known as JESSE KING BUGA, a Contemporary, Urban High-Life and Afro Jazz singer, was born in the 1970’s to the family of Pastor and Mrs. Omokagbor, originally from Okpella in Edo State. He grew up in Lagos and attended The Boys Academy (Lagos Island), Ikeja Grammar school […]

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ISAIAH JAMAL EVANS / CALI VISUALS EXCEPT WHERE NOTED OTHERWISE – @IsaiahJamalEvans @CaliVisuals     On Sunday, August 13, 2023, Chicago native and former Soul Train Dancer Brandy Sanders brought her fabulously fun “Disco Ball” to the town where the dance began, CHICAGO! It was held at the posh South Shore Cultural […]

Photos courtesy of Chef Michael Daniels Chef Michael Daniels, founder of MD Creative Blends, grew up eating exotic foods including pheasant, quail, red snapper, orange roughy, mahi mahi and even octopus. “As a child, I would rush home every day to see what my mother had cooked for supper. This caused me to realize that […]

With the support of House music fans, Preservation Chicago, the city of Chicago, and Mayor Brandon Johnson, the building that once was the location of The Warehouse received landmark status by the Chicago City Council. City Council’s Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards approved landmark status for the building during its Tuesday meeting. It […]

The International African American Museum (IAAM) explores the history, culture, and impact of the African American journey on Charleston, on the nation, and on the world, shining light and sharing stories of the diverse journeys, origin, and achievements of descendants of the African Diaspora. Located in Charleston, S.C., at the historically sacred site of Gadsden’s […]

Photo courtesy of Obama.org Reprinted from email:  http://www.Obama.org Recap video link   Hi Pierre, Earlier this week, I made a trip home to Chicago to hear firsthand from some of the inspiring young people and leaders who are a part of Obama Foundation programming. From meeting in a church I first visited as a young […]

All photos courtesy of Kalonda Kay Born and raised in St. Louis, MO surrounded by successful business owners within her family and a grandmother who shared her life in the entertainment world, Kalonda followed in her footsteps and began dance and music as early as five years old. She began dancing at Judy Best Talent […]

  All photos courtesy of Peter Koutun Photography THE WAIT IS OVER!!! Fashion World Grammy’s “2022 – 2023 Male Model of The Year” Candidate VOTE: ATOC Guthrie Bonnétt Voting starts NOW thru April 1st @ https://bit.ly/3Zw4kJz Scroll down to: Male Model of The Year category VOTE: Atoc Guthrie Bonnétt FOR MALE MODEL OF THE YEAR 2022-23 […]

WOW!! CHECK THIS OUT!!! SHARE SHARE SHARE PLEASE!!! I’m sooo excited to be a guest on the “Music & Medicine” podcast with the incredible Moshe Lewis MD. Thank you my brother! Great big shout out to the best Publicist in the world…mines Desirae L. Benson for connecting me. THANKS ARIES QUEEN! Take a listen and […]

Photo courtesy of DJ Rick Williams   Born in Chicago, raised in South Bend, IN, Anthony Tswang Gullens is a graduate from John Adams High School, Ivy Tech College and attendee of IUSB College for Business. He got started doing music while living in Chicago, IL from listening to his uncles’, mother, father, and grandparents’ […]