Indie/Alternative Shows in Chicago

With a warm vocal cut from the woods of the Pacific Northwest and an easy instinct for modern grooves, Tucker Wetmore has emerged as one of country?s most dynamic new stars. An ACM Award-winning singer-songwriter and headline performer who has already surpassed two billion career streams, the chart-topper has taken just a few years to leave a lasting mark. Raised in Kalama, Washington, the piano-playing student of country, rock, reggae and more wrote his first song after a college football injury, reaching Nashville in 2020. Kicking off his career with back-to-back Platinum ?Wine Into Whiskey? and 2x Platinum debut No. 1 ?Wind Up Missin? You,? Wetmore landed on Billboard?s all-genre Hot 100 in 2024 with both tracks, showcasing a serene, sawtoothed-country buzz. After two features on the Twisters soundtrack, his first Grand Ole Opry appearance and a sold-out headline tour debut, Wetmore released his debut album What Not To to wide acclaim in 2025.

TICKET EVENT INFORMATION: This event is 17+ All sales final, NO refunds or exchanges, events are rain or shine. Door times are subject to change without notice. Tickets purchased at box office will be inclusive of fees. Once you’ve purchased, you will receive an order confirmation email from See Tickets on behalf of ‘Beat Kitchen’ or 'Subterranean' with your eTicket(s) attached. We accept physical IDs or official digital IDs. Photos or screenshots of an ID are not accepted. *IMPORTANT: If you do not see your order confirmation in your inbox, make sure to check your junk/spam folder. If you still do not see your order confirmation or have any other technical ticketing-related issues with your order, click here to access the See Tickets help center. We take pride in creating a space where everyone feels welcome and safe, and we strive to provide accommodations for all guests to the best of our ability. While we commit to doing everything in our power to accommodate when given advanced notice, guests who require accessibility accommodations should contact us at info@subt.net or info@beatkitchen.com . Staff can provide assistance when possible. If you have tickets to an upcoming event and require special accommodations, or have questions, please contact info@subt.net or info@beatkitchen.com at least one week prior to the event.

This is an ALL AGES event. Outset is a standing room only venue, all tickets are General Admission unless otherwise stated. There is NO re-entry.

Doors open at 7PM. Performance begins at 8PM. This show is for AGES 17 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.* Upgrade Your Experience: https://www.sevenrooms.com/events/hobchicago/hobwebsite

Tickets starting at $22.50. This is an 17+ event. Presented by Chop Shop and Live Nation.

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21+ // 8pm doors

Am I Talking are Indie Rock from Chicago.

Freshman 15 is back for another Friday of fearless performances, creative challenges, and rising drag talent. Discover why Freshman 15 belongs among the best drag shows in Chicago.

CASTLE CASTLE was forged in San Francisco in 2009 and released their debut full-length, In Witch Order, on Germany’s Ván Records in 2011. The album brought light to the newly-formed band and earned them “Album Of The Year” honors from Metal Hammer Norway, as well as Roadburn Festival’s “Newcomer Of The Year.” Shortly thereafter, the band joined the Prosthetic Records roster in North America and released their critically-adored sophomore album Blacklands. The record left to a Canadian JUNO nomination for “Metal/Hard Music Album Of The Year.” CASTLE performed over two-hundred shows worldwide in support of the release alongside the likes of The Sword, Conan, Intronaut and Pentagram among many others as well as appearances at some of the underground’s largest fests including Roadburn and the London and Berlin Desertfests. Since the release of Under Siege in 2014, CASTLE, which consists of vocalist/bassist Liz Blackwell, guitarist/vocalist Mat Davis and drummer Al McCartney, has maintained a relentless touring schedule with multiple expeditions throughout the US, Europe and Canada including stops at the 2015 edition of Heavy Days In Doomtown Fest in Copenhagen, Denmark and the Acherontic Arts Fest in Oberhausen, Germany. CASTLE, who recently announced a three week run of tour dates around their appearance at the Maryland Doom Fest on June 24 will continue touring across the U.S. throughout July and August with the announcement of 32 additional dates. The month-long headlining trek, which follows the release of “Welcome to the Graveyard”, commences July 17 in Fullerton, CA. Expect Canadian and European dates in support of Welcome To The Graveyard to be announced in the coming months. Autumn Sky Passage by Jeff Scott Castle Band Website Facebook Instagram Twitter VANISHING KIDS “Serving up glittery goth vibes and heavy, acidic, dream-doom soaked in psychedelia.” From Emili Earhart/ Tone Madison. Autumn Sky Passage by Jeff Scott Castle Spotify Facebook Instagram ON THE SUN “For those that like to rock, On the Sun (OTS) salutes you! Plant your feet and put your fist in the air for some prime Chicago hard rock. Formed in 2018, OTS has forged many influences into one big power punch. They melt your face with a hot blast of modern riff rock mixed with old school ass kickin’ reminiscent of Stoner pioneers Kyuss and Black Sabbath. Autumn Sky Passage by Jeff Scott Castle Facebook

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Babe WAKE UP it's time to head back to school! Get your uniform on — up to interpretation — put the strap in the Jansport, put the poppers in the lunchbox, get ready to have your yearbook photo taken upon arrival because Principal Dyke did say there may be some yearbooks coming later this year? Spin the bottle IN A GAY WAY like you couldn't in middle school and PLEASE be careful to not get dress coded, that's actually so embarrassing. Please don't spit your gum in the drinking fountain or get a swirly (unless you're into that kind of thing? we don't judge). Don't dress in theme? There will be a tax at the door, you've been warned, bad girls go to detention and you know this. Hosted by Winter Diorr. Performances by Rachel Slurrz, Secret Queen, Annie Andrews, and Claire. DJ'd by DJ Ca$hEra and Starstruck. Read our code of conduct and/or house rules! Tickets are non-refundable. 21+ always. By attending you consent to being photographed and used on socials. Here's some pinterest inspo if you need help with your look 😉 https://pin.it/69EdfsoxH

The sun coming down does not mean the fun ends… join us for SUNDAY AFTER DARK! Every Sunday night after 10 pm, Hydrate welcomes a mix of throwbacks, hip hop, and today's hottest hits! $6 Bud Lights. No Cover. Featuring VJ George G!

The sun coming down does not mean the fun ends… join us for SUNDAY AFTER DARK! Every Sunday night after 10 pm, Hydrate welcomes a mix of throwbacks, hip hop, and today's hottest hits! $6 Bud Lights, No Cover. Featuring VJ George G!

The sun coming down does not mean the fun ends… join us for SUNDAY AFTER DARK! Every Sunday night after 10 pm, Hydrate welcomes a mix of throwbacks, hip hop, and today's hottest hits! $6 Bud Lights No Cover Featuring VJ George G!

Over the past decade, PUP have thrived on volatility. It's not really a joke when the Toronto punks release songs like "If This Tour Doesn't Kill You, I Will" or put out albums called The Unraveling of PUPTHEBAND. Though its four members are all best friends, creative dysfunction and interpersonal friction make their snarling and self-deprecating songs thrilling. To their shock and occasional dismay, it's why their albums are critically acclaimed and the crowds at their galvanizing live shows have only grown. It hasn't gone off the rails yet but it definitely could. The possibility it could all blow up at any second is the band's magic. Named as one of Spotify's 2024 New Noise Artists To Watch, Destroy Boys have no intention of slowing down. Punk rock might have been the force that brought Destroy Boys together, but it's far from the only touchstone for their music. From their first record through their fourth, they have continued to write and sing about what they know and drive fans to notice them. School drama and elitist cliques encountered in their teens have given way to the pain of relationships and the inherent feelings of misunderstanding and isolation that is all too common for young people navigating a hybrid of physical and digital worlds. The band has recently toured with some of the most legendary groups in pop-punk, from Blink-182 to Pierce The Veil.

Friday night has found its soundtrack. 🔥🎧 Saint returns to the Hydrate booth with a high-energy mix of house beats, big vocals, pop remixes, and dance-floor favorites built to keep the room moving until 4 AM.

21+. 7pm. Alex Dupree - solo ; guitar amp, vocal mic Maria Elena Silva - solo ; guitar amp, vocal mic. Alex Dupree is a musician based in Austin, Texas. He has released seven albums of original songs that root him firmly but idiosyncratically in the traditions of American folk and country music. His latest album is "Talking to the Dog", which features, alongside his own writing, a duet with Jolie Holland and new interpretations of classics from Scott Walker and Michael Hurley. Maria Elena Silva's music is unapologetic. Her writing shows her roots in rock n' roll, flamenco and the romantic, the fabric of the work giving palpable hints to her experimental aspirations that make borderline frantic use of the world-class instrumentalists at her disposal. One minute you're hanging on every syllable of Silva's vocals and the next minute you're flying into the clouds on one of the many outlandish guitar lines either played by herself or one of her notably talented guitar collaborators (Jeff Parker, Marc Ribot). Silva performs regularly in Chicago with various ensembles; her quintet features pianist Erez Dessel, bassist Tyler Wagner, saxophonist Garrett Frees and drummer Scott Dean Taylor.

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Bailen is a songwriting - forward, indie pop, folk - rock band that has captivated audiences with their musical dynamism and the three - part blood harmony of siblings Julia (guitar), Daniel (bass), and David (drums). The trio was raised by two freelance classical musicians in New York City who steeped them in Rock & Roll and Brahms. Their close familial bond is evident in their tight - knit musical arrangements and rich, emotive harmonies. The group has released two studio albums, Thrilled to Be Here (2019 ), produced by John Congelton , and Tired Hearts (2023 ), produced by Brad Cook . Both albums showcase their knack for crafting infectious melodies and introspective lyrics, earning them critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. Their debut album was hailed by Rolling Stone as an impressive debut , in which they were compared to CSN, Fleetwood Mac, TLC, and Haim . Their catalog has over 50 million streams , and their song I Was Wrong reached the top 2 0 on Billboards Adult Alternative Chart . Additionally, NPR voted their song Something Tells Me #5 on the Best Songs of 201 9. The band has made several TV appearances as featured artists, performing on the CBS Morning Show and The Today Show. Theyve also had the privilege of working with so many artists they admire , releasing collaborations with Amos Lee and Trousdale in 2024.In addition to their studio work, BAILEN is renowned for their engaging live perf ormances, which feature a blend of heartfelt ballads and high - energy anthems. With a history of touring with the likes of Hozier, Amos Lee, The Lone Bellow , and many more, their stage presence and chemistry have made them a standout act at various music fe stivals and venues across the country.Currently , BAILEN is preparing to release their third full - length album, which they engineered and produced themselves with collaborators Jake Sinclair (Panic! At The Disco), Riccardo Damian (Sampha), and Chris Tabro n (The Strokes). They are excited to release this record fully independent.

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Kevin Atwater is a Chicago born singer songwriter based in New York City. Kevin started posting his music online in early 2022 and quickly built a fanbase drawn to his uniquely honest and intimate songwriting. A video of him performing his single "star tripping" was posted to TikTok in July 2022 and went viral, accumulating over 2.1 million views. Kevin continued posting his demos in full, each receiving at minimum hundreds of thousands of views and gaining the attention and support of notable artists like MUNA, Lizzy McAlpine, and Noah Kahan. Kevin released his debut EP Downers Grove on April 26, 2023, which has since garnered over 15 million streams across platforms. His follow up single "why did you invite me to your wedding" gained significant demand from his audience on social media after several videos on TikTok reached over 3 million views collectively and has streamed over half a million times across platforms. During this time, he also spent time on the road supporting Jeremy Zucker, Leith Ross, and Searows on their tours. In 2025, Kevin released his debut album Achilles, which garnered more than 10 million streams across all DSPs, sold out his debut headline North American tour, and premiered a short film inspired by his viral song "why did you invite me to your wedding" in New York City. 2026 is poised to be a breakout year for Kevin as he works on his second full length project, Blush Red, coming July 10th

A rapidly growing electronic music producer and DJ with over 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Arlo is known for atmospheric future bass, UK garage, and dance music characterized by high-energy...

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