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Grammy winning band fun. to headline Taste of Chicago
CHICAGO - The Grammy-winning band fun. will headline the opening night of the Taste of Chicago.
The band from New Jersey won two Grammys at this year's awards, including song of the year and best new artist. Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events announced the group would open the annual festival in Grant Park. Fun. will play July 10 with the indie rock band Delta Spirit. Their hit "We Are Young" dominated the charts last year.
This year's Taste of Chicago runs from July 10 to 14.
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