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Metal Shows in Chicago

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

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Subterranean·Wicker Park

Party Cannon

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.

Metal
Nov 2
7:00 PM
Cobra Lounge·Ukrainian Village

Careful Gaze

Cobra Lounge presents... Careful Gaze w/ special guests TBA $15 ADV // $17 DOS - All Ticket prices inclusive of taxes and fees. What you see is what you pay, no surprises later. 📬Stay in touch, subscribe to our newsletter here➡️ \*\*https://cobralounge.com/email-newsletter/** ⬅️ Riot Fest says sign up for their email list, or their boss will yell at them: https://riotfest.org/newsletter

RockMetal
Nov 3
7:00 PM
Subterranean·Wicker Park

INAYAH

TICKET EVENT INFORMATION: 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.

RockMetal
Nov 3
8:00 PM
Jazz Showcase·South Loop

Raíces Latin Jazz Quintet

Raíces (Roots) pays homage to the originators of Latin Jazz and performs original music in the same style. The release of their debut, self-titled album was well received and earned this exciting quintet a featured spot at the 2023 Chicago Latin Jazz Festival. Raíces was modeled on the famous Cal Tjader Quintet of the 1950's & 60's by the late Chicago percussionist Rubén Alvarez and is now led by vibraphonist Joe Sonnefeldt. They played to a standing room only crowd at Chicago's Jazz Showcase in July, 2026 to mark Cal Tjader's Centennial. Raíces includes Stuart Seale on piano, Cuban-born bassist Eric Ferrer, Chicago stalwart Bobby Delgado on timbales, and Jorge Leal on congas. Raíces' concerts are always rousing as they put their modern, Chicago-influenced stamp on the Latin Jazz classics of artists like Tjader, Mongo Santamaria, Tito Puente, Paquito D'Rivera and others. Their original compositions blend seamlessly with the standards they perform.

MetalClassicalLatin
Nov 4
8:00 PM
Reggie's·South Loop

Ho99o9 + N8NOFACE

Ho99o9 HO99O9 (Pronounced HORROR) is an experimental thrashcore rap, crossover punk band from New Jersey, formed in 2012. The band consists of vocalists theOGM & Eaddy. The music has been described as combining hip hop, punk rock and noise. HO99O9 was formed in New Jersey by theOGM (Jean) & Yetti999 (Eaddy). The two first performed as Ho99o9 in November of 2012 where the energy was intense & infectious resulting in the music rapidly spreading throughout the underground world in the Northeast. Since then they’ve played with bands including Japanther, Cerebral Ballzy, NinjaSonik & many more . Ho99o9’s often politically incorrect & disturbing lyrics which often cover subjects of blasphemy, necrophilia, drug use & truth to the 999 revelation have accrued them a cult of like minded followers. Ho99o9 is currently finishing up their first full length record. Band Website Facebook Instagram Twitter N8NOFACE Everyone likes to romanticize the working class. It’s easy to fool yourself into thinking you understand a perspective because you saw it in a netflix doc or read something from a best selling “culture” critic. But what if you’re on the other side of that story, focused on survival, watching the world pay attention to all the wrong things, waking up each day fighting to get to the next. What if the sci-fi dystopian future happening this very minute, is your reality, and all you have is a guitar, cheap synthesizer, old computer and a tangled rusty voice? That’s the constant starting-line embraced by N8NOFACE. Originally from Tucson, N8NOFACE made his way to LA to double down on the visual, audio and live expression naturally running through his veins. While his influences range from Suicidal Tendencies to Stones Throw compilations of minimal wave music, his sound can be uniquely classified as the past, present and future heartbeat of the real LA. A dirty melding of 80s/90s nostalgic synthpunk combined with the amalgamation of chaos heard in grimy soundcloud rap tapes. N8NOFACE screams for those left behind, presenting the hard truth of police brutality, mental health, and the untold stories of the voiceless. His 1-2 minute minimalist distorted dark synth movements challenge every listener to accept what the real world sounds like, and dares the complacent to be shocked out of their musical safety net of never-ending sameness. Band Website Spotify Instagram SLAY SQUAD Instagram

MetalRockHip Hop
Nov 4
8:00 PM
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California Clipper·Humboldt Park

HOTH

HOTH, 20 + Years of Hot on the Heels This month LIVE TBD Host Beau Wanzer Guest DJ TBD FREE Electronic, Minimal, Leftfield, and more.

FreeMetalElectronic
Nov 4
9:00 PM
Bottom Lounge·West Loop

Static Dress - Injury Episode USA Tour

Static Dress - Injury Episode USA TourIn 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 two days before your event, be sure to let us know.

RockMetal
Nov 5
6:30 PM
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Color Club·Wicker Park

Mark Solotroff Album Release

**Mark Solotroff’s** music and artwork explore urban landscapes, navigation through city environments, and human connection in an age of digital fragmentation. Alongside diverse collaborations with acts like Wrekmeister Harmonies, The Body, Indian, Consumer Electronics, and Brutal Truth, Solotroff is celebrating the release of *A Diagnosis of Distance*, a bass-heavy solo analog synth record which serves as an unsettling, immersive soundtrack for navigating emotional territories and metropolitan terrain. **Mortido** is the morose death ambient project from Chicago artist Omar Gonzalez (Civil Siege, Machismo, No Dreams, Rectal Hygienics, etc.). Recorded between 2022 and 2023, Mortido’s self-titled debut album synthesizes dark ambient isolation and heavy industrial soundscapes into immersive, cinematic textures. **Exhumed Corpse** is bleak/dark industrial sound constructed from minimal bass synths, audio test lab equipment, and tapes. Uncomfortably slow and low bass frequencies wave in and out of the audible spectrum alongside distant rhythmic metal clangs, bangs, and steam hisses. Rumors of power amps and subwoofers catching fire are true. For fans of NOTHING. **Black Triangle Badge** draws from audio sources both mutated and direct. His sonic palette is as unpredictable and eclectic as the nighttime city streets themselves, crafting soundtracks of unease that reflect a world increasingly plagued by fascism, ignorance, and toxic hate.

ElectronicRockMetal
Nov 5
8:00 PM

Basement

Doors open at 6PM. Performance begins at 7PM. 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

RockPopLatin
Nov 6
6:00 PM
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Cobra Lounge·Ukrainian Village

SiriusXM Octane Presents: Ninth Key / Away

Riot Fest presents... Ninth Key w/ special guests Away $26 ADV // $33 DOS - All Ticket prices inclusive of taxes and fees. What you see is what you pay, no surprises later. 📬Stay in touch, subscribe to our newsletter here➡️ \*\*https://cobralounge.com/email-newsletter/** ⬅️ Riot Fest says sign up for their email list, or their boss will yell at them: https://riotfest.org/newsletter

RockElectronicMetal
Nov 6
7:00 PM
Subterranean·Wicker Park

Vile Mind

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.

RockMetal
Nov 6
7:00 PM
Reggie's·South Loop

Ancient Entities

ANCIENT ENTITIES Ancient Entities is a band consisting of members Alex Rausa, Jake Falk, luke Veranth, and Brian Gulliford. Our lyrical content focuses on ancient civilizations, folklore, and mythology from all around the world. The band’s style consists of powerful technical death metal riffing mixed with catchy and titanous rhythm sections, proving for a massive sound. Autumn Sky Passage by Jeff Scott Castle Band Website Spotify Facebook Instagram INTERNAL DECAY Putrid Death Metal from Chicago, IL Spotify Facebook Instagram CARRION FEEDER 219 BRUTAL DEATH: Reanimated in 2025 between industrial decay and cornfield sprawl, Carrion Feeder spews vile lyrics and punishing riffs that will satiate your craving for flesh. Spotify Facebook Instagram OF BLOOD Of Blood is a cosmic death metal band from Chicago, Illinois. The group officially launched in November 2025, though its formation unfolded gradually over the course of that year. The band began when drummer Artsiom and guitarist Sergi connected and started writing together. Vocalist Dylan discovered them online and joined soon after. Kevin came aboard to complete the current four-piece lineup on second guitar. The name “Of Blood” stems from the belief that all living beings on this planet share a fundamental connection. As the band puts it: we are all of blood. The name also carries an undeniable brutality that fits the music. Band Website Spotify Instagram

Metal
Nov 6
8:00 PM
Rosa’s Lounge·West Town

A Patch of Blues — Next‑Gen Chicago Blues & Soul

Join us for just $20! Secure your seat in advance, or grab your ticket at the door for $25 (if available; advance purchase highly recommended). $15 General Admission is a relaxed, free-flowing late-night blues set where artists stretch out, special guests musicians often sit in. Entry begins at 10:30-11 PM. Shared-table and bar seating are available as space permits. Doors open at 8 PM: To secure guaranteed seating, guests should arrive between 8 PM and 9 PM. Guests arriving after 9 PM will be guaranteed entry, but seating will be based on availability. Seating locations are determined based on special needs, party size, specific requests, and are subject to Rosa's Lounge's discretion and availability. Rosa's Lounge ensures that you and your friends are seated together if you purchase tickets under the same name. If people of your group are purchasing tickets separately, please include the group name in the Customer Notes section in the Order Summary form. Late Arrivals: Please note that we cannot hold seats for late arrivals or no-shows. After 9 PM, Rosa's Lounge may seat other guests in any available seats. We are 21 & over: For those parents who wish to bring their own under 21 years of age: Must be contacted by a parent for pre-authorization and other instructions before you purchase tickets. Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to enter. Illinois law prohibits anyone under 21 from consuming alcohol, even when accompanied by a parent. All sales are final. No refunds.

MetalJazz / BluesElectronic
Nov 6
9:30 PM
Metro·Wrigleyville

Die Spitz

Saturday, November 7 Die Spitz * Faetooth $31 / All Ages / Doors: 6:30pm / Show: 7:30pm When the Venn diagram of passion, friendship, identity, and artistry collide, it can feel as if fighting words are spitting from your veins. And as postmodern society crumbles, Die Spitz giddily bounce between a dozen different ways to push back. If the world of rock music were an ice cream shop, the Austin quartet have sampled each flavor, flipped the freezer over, and started dancing with the employees they helped unionize. On their debut album, Something to Consume , Ava Schrobilgen, Chloe De St. Aubin, Eleanor Livingston, and Kate Halter fight against the inescapable consumption that surrounds life. “There’s a political side to it, but addiction and love can also be all-consuming,” Livingston says. And as the foursome trade off instruments, swapping songwriting and vocal duties, and generating powerful songwriting in concussive bursts, Die Spitz have created their own little pocket of the world where we can all stand on the edge together.

Sold OutRockMetal
Nov 7
7:30 PM
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Empty Bottle·Ukrainian Village

Agriculture / Genital Shame / Pure Hex

Doors: 8PM / Show: 9PM / 21+ Agriculture is a Los Angeles--based band channeling ecstatic black metal into something spiritual, grounded, and definitely present. Emerging from the city's noise scene, the band coalesced into its current form with Dan Meyer, Leah Levinson, Richard Chowenhill, and Kern Haug. Their music fuses the searing intensity of black metal with Zen Buddhist thought, queer history, and devotional songwriting. The result is a sound that resists algorithmic flattening and demands full attention. Their process is rooted in community and persistence: songs are written, dismantled, and rebuilt together. The Spiritual Sound, their new full-length, builds on the radiant extremity of their previous releases and pushes further: music not for escapism, but for confrontation and catharsis. This is not a vibe. It's a demand.

Metal
Nov 7
9:00 PM
Carol’s Pub·Rogers Park

Diamondback

21+ / www.carolspub.comDiamondback has been a popular staple of the Chicago Country Music scene for quite some time. We bring our female fronted, multi-instrumentalist, tight harmonied party to clubs, private gatherings and festivals throughout the Midwest. We serve up a patented mix of Classic/Prime Country, Americana, Country Rock and New Country thats guaranteed to have folks singing along and joining the party from the first song. Our extensive song list promises something for everyone. Diamondback remains committed to bringing Classic Honky Tonk music to the urban masses!

MetalRockFolk / Roots
Nov 7
9:30 PM
Bottom Lounge·West Loop

Sueco, with Jeris Johnson

Artist Presale: Thursday, July 16 at 10AM - Thursday, July 16 at 11:59PM General On Sale: Friday, July 17 at 10AM VIP Tier 1 Includes: A GA ticket to the show Meet & Greet with Sueco Individual Photo with Sueco Sueco will sign one personal item and one photo VIP Lanyard Tour Poster Exclusive Merch Item VIP Tier 2 Includes A GA ticket to the show Meet & Greet with Sueco Individual Photo with Sueco Sueco will sign one personal item and one photo VIP Lanyard Tour Poster Exclusive Merch Item One Tour Shirt One Hoodie Approx. 15min hang with Sueco after the show

RockHip HopPop
Nov 8
7:00 PM
Empty Bottle·Ukrainian Village

*SOLD OUT* Agriculture / Genital Shame / Pure Hex

Doors: 8PM / Show: 9PM / 21+ Agriculture is a Los Angeles--based band channeling ecstatic black metal into something spiritual, grounded, and definitely present. Emerging from the city's noise scene, the band coalesced into its current form with Dan Meyer, Leah Levinson, Richard Chowenhill, and Kern Haug. Their music fuses the searing intensity of black metal with Zen Buddhist thought, queer history, and devotional songwriting. The result is a sound that resists algorithmic flattening and demands full attention. Their process is rooted in community and persistence: songs are written, dismantled, and rebuilt together. The Spiritual Sound, their new full-length, builds on the radiant extremity of their previous releases and pushes further: music not for escapism, but for confrontation and catharsis. This is not a vibe. It's a demand.

Metal
Nov 8
9:00 PM
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