Indie/Alternative Shows in Chicago

Culture Wars is an Austin-bred, Los Angeles-based alternative powerhouse bridging the gap between '90s guitar grit and the cinematic polish of modern pop. Driven by "song-first" authenticity, the band rejects the hyper-digitized landscape of modern rock in favor of real instruments and collective chemistry. Their highly anticipated debut album, Don't Speak (arriving April 10th), delivers a high-octane, genre-blending sound that fuses surf-rock pulses and '80s synth textures into arena-ready anthems. With nine tracks from the album already amassing millions of streams, their one million monthly listeners are primed for the full project's release.

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.

Lila Forde isn't trying to sound like anyone else. She's too busy becoming herself. With a voice steeped in jazz, soul, folk, and old-school American songcraft, the Seattle-born, Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter has always carried a deep sense of self t...

21+ 8pm DOORS

It's time for another Spybar Thursday Social - a night for our community focused on music, art, fashion, cocktails and conversation. Hosted by Kevin Alvarez and House of Jandra. Open Decks (25 min slots chosen at random, Recordbox USB only, Dedicated Slo...

Thursday, September 24 Dolly Creamer * Glass Beagle $12 Adv. / $15 Day of / 21 & over / Doors: 8pm / Show: 8:30pm

LIVE ON FITZGERALDS PATIO:JEFF TWEEDY at FITZGERALDS Outdoors (Solo / Acoustic)w/ special guest Henry True$89 General Admission Jeff Tweedy, founding member and frontman of Wilco, is one of contemporary musics most respected songwriters and performers. In addition to 13 Wilco albums, he has released four solo albums and authored three New York Times bestsellers. In the wake of his 2026 critical success, Twilight Override (dBpm Records), this solo tour offers fans a rare chance to experience songs from Tweedys expansive catalog in a more intimate settingspanning both his solo work and Wilco favorites.FITZGERALDS OUTDOORS is the name we give large outdoor concerts with a festival style setup: a large stage with a state of the art sound system, lights, and pavilion to protect from any inclement weather will make for an incredible outdoor show at our historic old nightlcub! Grab dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE***PARKING***There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. ***AGE RESTRICTIONS***ALL AGES

SOFI TUKKER is partnering with PLUS1 so that $1 from every ticket sold goes to local animal shelters supporting the health and well being of animals throughout North America.

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.

Artist GA Presale: Tuesday, May 12 @ 11:00 AM - Thursday, May 14 @ 10:00 PM Spofity GA Presale: Thursday, May 14 @ 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM General On Sale: Friday, May 15 @ 10:00 AM 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.

PAULA COLE SOUNDCHECK VIP EXPERIENCE - THIS FIRE: 30 Includes: One (1) General Admission Seated ticket Invitation to pre-show soundcheck experience with Paula Cole*, including:Intimate performance from the piano (2-3 songs)Q&A sessionOfficial THIS FIRE: 30 ZineCommemorative VIP laminate & lanyardEarly entry into the venueMerchandise shopping before doors open to the publicLimited availability*No formal meet & greet or photo with Paula included. Guests are welcome to take photos from the audience.Terms and conditions for the VIP package can be found here. Paula Cole returns to the stage with THIS FIRE: 30a special anniversary tour celebrating three decades of This Fire. A Grammy-winning singer-songwriter known for her fearless writing and genre-blending sound, Cole broke boundaries with songs that were both deeply personal and universally resonant.On THIS FIRE: 30, Paula will perform This Fire in its entiretyrevisiting the era-defining music that sparked a generation and bringing new life, nuance, and power to the songs fans have carried with them for decades. Expect an intimate, emotionally charged performance that honors the original spirit of the album while showcasing the artistry and perspective shes continued to evolve.Spanning 50+ markets across the US, the UK, and Europe, THIS FIRE: 30 marks a major touring moment for Paula Coleone of her most far-reaching runs in yearscelebrating a classic album and the enduring connection it created with listeners around the world.

TICKET EVENT INFORMATION: This event is ALL AGES 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.

Independent local night out.

Steve Kessler AKA Saturday June has been a fixture of the Chicago music scene for several decades.His early career featured working with such luminaries as the legendary Hound Dog Taylor and Steve Goodman. Steve and sis namesake band Saturday June have since gone on to share bills with the Beach Boys, Smithereens, Outlaws,English Beat and many others. Opened at Ravinia for Johnny Rivers and Jimmy Webb. He has 3 all original albums on Apple Music and Spotify.

Independent local night out.

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: Friday Night in SIDEBAR w/ NEPTUNE'S CORE Neptune's Core is an alternative indie rock band made up of two sets of sisters. The four created the bad-ass group out of Chicago's thriving indie-rock scene. Jim DeRogits summed it up best on Sound Opinions: "Their age belies the sophistication of the songwriting and instrumentation ... classic alternative era with delicate fragile quiet moments exploding into loud dynamics." As talented multi-instrumentalists and passionate music fans, they seek to bring their music to life with a love of indie and punk music while having a background in jazz and classical music. And that's not to mention their heartfelt lyrics and the catharsis when they belt them out. Jill Hopkins (Metro Chicago and Host of Opus Podcast) says, , "rdquo" -> Every few years in Chicago as the new wave of rock band makes themselves known, a few rise to the top through a mix of talent, timing, uniqueness, and natural charm. And I have not seen many bands do that as well or as quickly as the women of Neptune's Core." Neptune's Core brings forth new sounds and new emotions with their latest EP, Called Upon (Side Hustle Records). FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to RSVP for guaranteed entry. Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE ***PARKING*** There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. ***AGE RESTRICTIONS*** 21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

Persian Cowboy makes dreamy country twang indie rock for the secretly sad kids around town who put on a brave face. But please don't get it twisted, they're doing great they swear Rat Johnson is a band and definitely not a street rat. Waterpennies is a rock band from Chicago, IL.

The competition gets fiercer as Freshman 15 brings a fresh night of challenges and show-stopping drag to Hydrate. Discover why Freshman 15 belongs among the best drag shows in Chicago.

21+. 9pm. The Western Elstons Scott Ligon, guitar and vocals; Casey McDonough, bass and vocals; Joel Paterson, guitar; Alex Hall, drums

PAT EGAN & THE HEAVY HEARTS Hailing from Chicago’s south suburbs, Pat Egan & The Heavy Hearts are a rock & roll band formed in 2015 to bring you indie music that echoes with hooks, passion, and nostalgia. Pat Egan & The Heavy Hearts aim to create music highlighting love, loss, and loneliness through the characters and stories within their songs. Coming off the release of their first record “Love & Disruption”, Pat Egan & The Heavy Hearts take a look inward and begin growing and writing together more so than ever before. “I think I was just afraid of letting people into my world when I’m writing.” Says Pat Egan of his creative process. For Love & Disruption, he would bring most of the song to the band and the Heavy Hearts would write parts to the established song. This time around, Egan would come together with guitarist Adam Chorak and bassist Pat Leonard to work out ideas. Autumn Sky Passage by Jeff Scott Castle Band Website Spotify Facebook Instagram Twitter NATURE CLUB Nature Club is a Chicago-based garage indie folk band consisting of Mary Helen Hennessy on guitar and lead vocals, Caroline Gilley on electric guitar and back-up vocals, Evan Morales on the keys, Leo Hennessy on bass guitar, and Beck Anderson on drums. Featuring original songwriting by Mary Helen Hennessy, it’s sound has the rich, emotional, and introspective aspects of an alternative folk band while also being complete with the noise, angst, and simplicity of a garage band. Overall, passion and poetry are the centerfocus. Spotify Instagram

Event features a General Admission Dance Pit in front of the stage! All sales are final, no refunds/exchanges permitted, but tickets may be transferred through your TM Account. Garcia's is fully ADA compliant featuring wheelchair lifts and ramps between the various levels of the venue, assisted listening devices upon request, and allows official service animals. Premium Table seating is located closest to the stage offering the most intimate music experience for guests and includes table service. Reserved Table seating is located on our main floor, behind the Premium section, and also includes table service. Both Premium and Reserved table seating is cabaret style which means you may be sitting with other fans. Private Booths are available and depending on the booth seats 1 to 4, 5, or 6 guests. General Admission/Standing Room is located around the sides of the room on an elevated level for quality viewing and easy bar access.

Friday, September 25th, 2026 MARRØN Kimbä ** Operator - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2045 N Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL 60647 Doors 10pm – 21+ w/valid ID ***Tickets available at the door throughout the night***

DJ Martin returns to Hydrate with a dance-floor-ready mix of Top 40, throwback R&B, pop favorites, and the tracks that get the entire room singing along.

Full Windy Pop Weekender details: windypopweekender.com TICKET EVENT INFORMATION: This is a single-day ticket for Saturday, September 26th. Click HERE to purchase a 2-Day Pass for both days of the event. This event is UPSTAIRS 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, there is no elevator or ramp available to our upstairs ballroom. Guests who require accessibility accommodations should contact us at info@subt.net . 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 at least one week prior to the event. More information can be found here on our FAQ page.