Chicago live music

Electronic Shows in Chicago

Live electronic events across Chicago-area venues on RUE. Listings come from venue calendars — open a show for tickets and details.

Upcoming events

Bottom Lounge·West Loop

PRAYERS No Tengo Calma Tour 2026 featuring DEVORA and CHRIZ AMAYA

Elevate your concert experience with a Pre-Show VIP Meet & Greet Package! Concert Admission Included: Full entry to the main event. Exclusive Meet & Greet: Meet the artist face-to-face before the show. Photo Opportunity: Capture the memory with a personal photo. Autographed Exclusive Merch: Take home a signed, limited-edition VIP keepsake. Available only to VIP ticket holders. 1-Hour Early Venue Entry: Beat the crowds 60 minutes before general doors open. Premiere Viewing Access: Secure the absolute best spot in the house early. First Access to Merch: Shop the tour table early and avoid the crowds. In an effort to mitigate scalping, Bottom Lounge does not certify any secondary ticket sales via third parties and is not responsible for fraudulent ticket sales on third party websites. Please be mindful of scammers. Tickets for this event will be sent on a delay (extra time is required to process and confirm all orders), but you'll always receive your tickets in time for your event. If you have not received your tickets one day before your event, be sure to let TicketWeb know.

RockElectronicPop
Oct 17
7:30 PM
Empty Bottle·Ukrainian Village

Horse Jumper of Love / Flooding / Memory Card

Doors: 8PM / Show: 9PM / 21+ Horse Jumper of Love thrive on patient and uncompromising songs. Thanks to frontman Dimitri Giannopoulos evocative lyrics and arrangements that suddenly turn from delicate to blistering, their music is full of intensity. While the Boston trio, which also includes bassist John Margaris and drummer James Doran, has stretched the fringes of indie, their latest is their most immediate yet. Out August 16 via Run For Cover Records, Disaster Trick tackles self-destructiveness with healing and heart.Where Horse Jumper of Loves last release 2023s Heartbreak Rules excelled with quiet, bare-bones songwriting, Disaster Trick cranks up the volume while keeping the no-frills intimacy of the bands catalog. Recorded at Asheville, North Carolinas Drop of Sun Studios with producer Alex Farrar (Wednesday, Indigo De Souza), the recordings soar with searing guitars and an unshakeable rhythm section. I tried the quiet thing on the last album and I realized theres definitely two parts of me: I like really heavy music, and I like really gentle music, says Giannopoulos. The two albums I listened to the most while we were in the studio were Leonard Cohens Songs From a Room and Hums Downward is Heavenward. This contrast between quiet and loud exists throughout Disaster Trick but its animated by stark emotion and straightforward, timeless songwriting.

RockElectronic
Oct 17
9:00 PM
Joe's Live Rosemont·Lincoln Park

Club Romo Presents George Lamond, TKA, and The Jets!

This is an outside promoter show, for any questions visit www.GinoRockinRomo.com. It's another Club Romo Daytime at Joe's Live on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Performing live on stage: George Lamond, TKA, and the Jets! Along with the Dominating 6: Gino "Rockin" Romo, Pablo "Punkout" Gonzalez, Gabriel "Get Down" Garcia, Rick Guerrero, Luis Segura and El Caveman. Guest DJs: Jesse El Grandote, DJ Voodoo, and DJ Diablo. Doors open at 1 pm. Ends at 7 pm. 21 and over. Free Parking. For tables and suites, visit www.GinoRockinRomo.com.

Hip HopElectronicWorld
Oct 18
1:00 PM
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Salt Shed·Bucktown

MOVEMENTS - HAPPIER NOW USA TOUR

Movements are proud to announce their fourth full-length album for Fearless Records, Happier Now, with Will Yip (Turnstile, Title Fight, Circa Survive) once again serving as producer. The result is an album that's as expansive as it is emotional and takes Movements? signature sound to a heightened level that further establishes the band as scene statesmen. ?I think at first we weren?t really sure what the record was going to be,? vocalist Patrick Miranda admits. ?We all had a general idea: We wanted it to bring in the early elements of our sound and blend it with the newer material like [2023?s] RUCKUS! and mesh both of those sounds.? Two of the songs that came from that initial session were the album?s first two singles: The instantly infectious anthem ?Dissolve Me? and moody meditation ?Back In My Ways,? which collectively acted as sonic north stars to guide the band through the recording process.

RockPopMetal
Oct 18
6:00 PM
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Cole's Bar·Logan Square

Eliy Orcko / BBGuns

Eliy Orcko is a jazz rap artist blending lo-fi and jazz-hop, inspired by Southern Florida's serene landscapes. His music, rich with introspective lyrics on life, love, and the human condition, offers a nostalgic, introspective journey. Known for his laid-back flow and melodic delivery, Eliy captivates with his unique sound. His live shows, featuring live instruments and visuals, enchant audiences, earning him a loyal underground following. As Eliy continues exploring the boundaries of his genres, his commitment to tranquility, introspection, and artistic integrity promises to leave a lasting mark on lo-fi and jazz-hop. BBGuns is an independent, genre-bending hip-hop and indie rock duo actually based out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, rather than Chicago. Comprising emcees JP Pitt (Lazy JP) and Barz Blackman, they are known for their punk-like live energy and blending underground rap with alternative rock elements.

Hip HopRockPop
Oct 18
8:00 PM
Jazz Showcase·South Loop

Petra's Recession Seven

Petra's Recession Seven: Petra van Nuis - vocals Art Davis - trumpet Eric Schneider - reeds Russ Phillips - trombone Andy Brown - guitar Dan DeLorenzo - bass Bob Rummage - drums At the start of the Great Recession in September 2008, Petra's Recession Seven, an authentic Chicago-style jazz band was born at Chicago's legendary Green Mill. The seven piece ensemble is led by Petra van Nuis, a vocalist praised by the Chicago Tribune for her "interpretive savvy...light-and-silvery vocals and, better still, saucy manner of delivery that emphasizes the art of the double entendre." Petra's Recession Seven features a front line of all-star internationally known Chicago veteran horn players. Trombonist Russ Phillips grew up "in the wings" listening to his dad, Russ Phillips Sr. play trombone in Louis Armstrong's All-Stars. Russ Jr. decided to follow in his dad's footsteps, and in addition to Chicago performances is a popular fixture on mainstream jazz festivals and cruises. Reedist Eric Schneider began his early career as a member of the bands of Count Basie and Earl Fatha Hines. Since then, Eric has played with many legends including Benny Goodman, Tony Bennett, Dizzy Gillespie and Ella Fitzgerald and continues to be one of the busiest working musicians in Chicago. Trumpeter Art Davis is charter member of the Chicago Jazz Orchestra and a highly respected jazz educator. Early in his career, Art toured with Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra and Rosemary Clooney and continues to be the top call trumpeter for musicians touring through Chicago. The swinging rhythm section of bassist Dan Delorenzo and drummer Bob Rummage is led by guitarist Andy Brown, recognized in Downbeat Magazine's annual critics poll as a "rising star." In their hometown of Chicago, Petra's Recession Seven is a big hit at the Jazz Showcase, the Green Mill, Andy's Jazz Club, Winter's Jazz Club and Fitzgerald's. Festival performances include the Chicago Jazz Festival, the Cedar Basin Jazz Festival, the Juvae Jazz Festival and the American Music Festival. Regionally, the Recession Seven has played jazz societies including the Madison Jazz Society, the Starr-Gennett Foundation, the Illiana Jazz Club, the "Masters of Swing" series at Cincinnati's Xavier University, the Lafayette Jazz Club and the Indianapolis Jazz Club. The American Rag, in a review of the band's 2011 on location recording "Live In Chicago" praises "a killer of a band that grabs your attention and doesn't give it back until they are finished playing." www.petrasings.com

Jazz / BluesElectronicRock
Oct 20
8:00 PM
Salt Shed·Bucktown

Sylvan Esso presented by Jack Daniel's

Sylvan Esso began as a chance meeting, followed by a couple of risky cross-country relocations that coalesced into ten songs. It became very clear early on that these songs were the product of sheer alchemy; Amelia?s effortlessly acrobatic melodic reflections complimented Nick?s dynamic compositions in ways that were as unlikely as they were undeniable. When it started it was whisper quiet, a slight frame, something almost domestic but gleaming with excitement. Then it made contact with the air. Sylvan Esso has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 per ticket goes to supporting organizations working for equity, access, and dignity for all. www.plus1.org

ElectronicRockWorld
Oct 22
8:00 PM
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Thalia Hall·Pilsen

swedm® (Varg²™ & jamesjamesjames) 'In the Round'

swedm® is a multi-disciplinary collaborative concept, fronted by EDM preservationists Varg2tm and jamesjamesjames, forged in late 2024 while working on Skrillex's Fuck U Skrillex You Think Ur Andy Warhol but Ur Not!! <3. swedm® prides themselves on keeping the European dance music legacy alive by creating a respectful, refreshing, futuristic take on the golden eras of club classics. swedm® aims to be the bridge between heritage EDM and future-facing underground culture. Today, dance music culture has become fragmented, algorithmic, and disposable. swedm® wants to bring fantasy and vitality back onto the dancefloor.

Electronic
Oct 22
8:00 PM

Rebecca Black - Exhibitionism on Tour

Doors open at 7PM. Performance begins at 8PM. This show is for ALL AGES. House of Blues Chicago is a standing room only venue, all tickets are General Admission unless otherwise stated. *All support acts are subject to change without notice.* Upgrade Your Experience: https://www.sevenrooms.com/events/hobchicago/hobwebsite

PopRockElectronic
Oct 23
7:00 PM
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Salt Shed·Bucktown

Sammy Rae & The Friends with special guest Melt

For as much as Sammy Rae & The Friends may be a band, this collective of dreamers and artists considers themselves a family first. That all-for-one and one-for-all camaraderie ignites their unforgettable and can?t-miss live shows, which serve as a catharsis for both the musicians and their fervent audience. Fronted by singer/songwriter Sammy Rae and honed through years of touring, the group is capable of flourishing in any spotlight thanks to its signature blend of palpable chemistry, deft virtuosity, and vocal fireworks.

R&b / SoulElectronicRock
Oct 23
8:00 PM
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¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U: Autumn 2026 Tour

Doors @ 8PM, Performance @ 9PM This is an AGES 18 AND OVER event. Valid Photo ID is required for age restricted shows. Forms of valid ID are current and non-expired Driver's License, State ID or Passport. Aragon Ballroom is a standing room only venue, all tickets are General Admission unless otherwise stated. There is NO re-entry. Individuals under 17 are allowed to attend if accompanied by their parent or legal guardian https://www.aragonballroomchicago.com/

WorldElectronic
Oct 23
9:00 PM
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Outset·West Loop

Grabbitz

This is an AGES 18 AND OVER event. Valid Photo ID is required for age restricted shows. Forms of valid ID are current and non-expired Driver's License, State ID or Passport. Outset is a standing room only venue, all tickets are General Admission unless otherwise stated. There is NO re-entry. There is an overall 6 ticket limit for this event.

ElectronicWorld
Oct 23
10:00 PM
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Jamo's Live·Chicago

Saturday Early Show Funkd Up at Jamo's Live

Kick off your weekend vibes with killer funk beats live at Jamo's—Saturday Early Show Funkd Up is where it's at! Get ready to kick off your weekend with some serious funk vibes! Join us as we bring back the classic funk and disco hits with a full-on throwback dance-floor experience with a modern edge for the Saturday Early Show Funkd Up at Jamo's Live. Great music, good people, and a night full of energy—perfect way to shake off the week and dance into the weekend. Don't miss out on the fun and funky beats. See you there!

R&b / Soul
Oct 24
6:00 PM
Salt Shed·Bucktown

Fruit Bats with Matthew Logan Vasquez

The midwest, particularly the part of the midwest Eric D. Johnson hails from, is a largely flat expanse. Zipping through it on the highway, you?ll see cities and towns rise up in the distance, but blink and you?ll miss other man-made rejoinders to horizontal living dotting the landscape, hill after hill, built from the refuse of the past: landfills. Some of these hills make for great sledding spots, parks, and trails. Others turn organic waste into compost. The Landfill, Fruit Bats? June 12, 2026 album from Merge Records, is something else entirely: a mountain dominating the landscape of Johnson?s heart.

RockFolk / RootsPop
Oct 24
8:00 PM
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CircuitMOM & Uncle Present Haunted Hollywood ft Erik Vilar and Ed Wood

Doors open at 9PM. Performance begins at 9PM. This show is for AGES 21 AND OLDER. Valid Photo ID is required for age restricted shows. Forms of valid ID are current and non-expired Driver's License, State ID, or Passport. House of Blues Chicago is a standing room only venue, all tickets are General Admission unless otherwise stated. *All support acts are subject to change without notice.*

ElectronicWorldPop
Oct 24
9:00 PM
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Spybar·River North

Effy

Sophie "Effy" Cooper, a producer, DJ, radio host, and label founder from the North West of England, has already released mulitple EPs, a string of acclaimed club singles exploring styles between breaks, electro and UK bass -- her rapid rise as a producer o...

Electronic
Oct 24
10:00 PM
Spybar·River North

Effy

Sophie "Effy" Cooper, a producer, DJ, radio host, and label founder from the North West of England, has already released mulitple EPs, a string of acclaimed club singles exploring styles between breaks, electro and UK bass -- her rapid rise as a producer o...

Electronic
Oct 24
10:00 PM
Salt Shed·Bucktown

Sleeping With Sirens: An Ending In Itself Tour

Before the gold and platinum certifications, sold-out theaters, and a cultural resurgence that brought a new generation of true believers to their music through TikTok and arena tours, Sleeping With Sirens was a leap of faith grounded in intuition and a unique voice that?s impossible to mistake. Kellin Quinn didn't enter the post-hardcore scene sounding like the typical frontman. His powerful, passionate, urgent, and unique voice cut through the noise around them, both literal and figurative. The band connected with those who felt similarly out of step; listeners seeking solace in songs that echoed their deepest insecurities, resentments, anxieties, tensions, and fears. SWS felt like medicine. The thrillingly energized new album, An Ending in Itself, proves that the bond between the band and its passionate audience remains its defining strength. Produced by Will Yip (Turnstile, Panic! At The Disco, Circa Survive), the band?s eighth LP represents both a homecoming and a reckoning.

RockPopMetal
Oct 25
7:00 PM
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