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Rock Shows in Chicago

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

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Streetlight Manifesto: The Presence of the Past Tour

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

RockWorldFolk / Roots
Oct 25
7:00 PM
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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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Garcia's Chicago·West Loop

Cris Jacobs

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.

Folk / RootsJazz / BluesRock
Oct 25
7:00 PM
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Bottom Lounge·West Loop

Icon For Hire: Scripted 15 Year Anniversary Tour

Artist GA Presale: Wednesday, April 29th @ 10:00 AM - Thursday, April 30th 10:00PM Bottom Lounge GA Presale: Wednesday, April 29th @ 10:00 AM - Thursday, April 30th 10:00 PM General On Sale: Friday, May 1st @ 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 three days before your event, be sure to let us know.

RockMetal
Oct 25
7:00 PM
SPACE·Evanston

Jackopierce w. JB Vannatta (acoustic)

Jack ONeill and Cary Pierce, the Jacko and Pierce, make up the seminal duo Jackopierce. Theyve been making music for 35 years that has amassed a loyal following of millions of fans around the world with their super high-energy live shows and what the Dallas Morning News calls spotless harmonies.Jackopierce began in 1988 as theater students at the legendary Meadows School of the Arts at SMU in Dallas. The duo steadily made a name for themselves, and within 5 years, they were signed to major label ABringing on the Weather with uber-producer, T Bone Burnett. They have toured three continents, nine countries, and 46 states. They have shared the stage with John Mayer, Dave Matthews, Matchbox20, Counting Crows, Wallflowers, Sheryl Crow, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Vertical Horizon, Lyle Lovett - to name a few. After a five-year breakup, the guys reunited in 2002 to test the waters. They were warm - and the guys have been back together ever since.Jackopierce is busier than ever before, releasing new music monthly and touring all across the country. Jack Even after 35 years I feel like were just getting started, said Cary. I love this guy like a brother, says Jack.

FreeRockPop
Oct 25
7:30 PM
Martyrs'·North Center

An Intimate Evening with Pamela Des Barres, Author "I'm With The Band"

GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET. VIP TICKETS AVAILABLE.An Intimate Evening with Pamela Des Barres- author of bestselling memoir, "I'm With The Band".Step behind the velvet rope into the pulse-racing kingdom of rock 'n' roll with the world's most famous groupie. Led Zepplin, the Rolling Stones, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Frank Zapps, The Who......not just rock icons but who Pamela danced on stage, slid into limos and shared secrets with. Rock's finest muse reveals the private side of music and culture that changed the world. Funny, tender, dreamy and delicious stories told live on stage.

Rock
Oct 25
7:30 PM

She Wants Revenge

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

Rock
Oct 26
7:00 PM
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Tedeschi Trucks Band: Future Soul 2026 Tour

PLEASE NOTE: Pricing is all-in and includes fees (before taxes if applicable). By purchasing tickets to this event, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event. Government mandates, venue protocols, and event requirements are subject to change. For more information, please search your event on www.chicagotheatre.com. This event may have immersive elements, which may include flashing or strobe lights, intense lighting, visual effects, loud noises, smoke and/or fog. Such elements may aggravate certain medical or physical conditions, and guests should take this into consideration if they have a history of discomfort or physical symptoms when experiencing these elements.

RockJazz / BluesFolk / Roots
Oct 26
7:30 PM
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SiM - HOOMAN WORLD TOUR

Doors open at 630PM. Performance begins at 730PM. 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

RockMetalElectronic
Oct 27
6:30 PM
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Tedeschi Trucks Band: Future Soul 2026 Tour

PLEASE NOTE: Pricing is all-in and includes fees (before taxes if applicable). By purchasing tickets to this event, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event. Government mandates, venue protocols, and event requirements are subject to change. For more information, please search your event on www.chicagotheatre.com. This event may have immersive elements, which may include flashing or strobe lights, intense lighting, visual effects, loud noises, smoke and/or fog. Such elements may aggravate certain medical or physical conditions, and guests should take this into consideration if they have a history of discomfort or physical symptoms when experiencing these elements.

RockJazz / BluesPop
Oct 27
7:30 PM
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Thalia Hall·Pilsen

*SOLD OUT* This Is Lorelei with @

The last few years have been transformative for Nate Amos. Between delivering breakout records both as a solo artist under his This Is Lorelei moniker and with his band Water From Your Eyes, sold out shows across multiple continents, to seeing some of todays most influential artists cover his songs, the ascending songwriter has found his stride. 2024s Box for Buddy, Box for Star was Amos first attempt at an intentionally written full-length solo album, tackling newfound sobriety through a roving tongue-in-cheek take on musical personas, all strained through Amos genre-agnostic lens. It was a critical and word-of-mouth success, spawning a deluxe version with covers and collaborations including MJ Lenderman, Hayley Williams, Jeff Tweedy, Cameron Winter and many more. For many years, Amos This Is Lorelei project was known only to a close knit group of creatives in Chicago, where he relocated in his early 20s and produced hundreds of albums and EPs, tracing the outlines for both of his prolific projects before relocating to New York. In the time since, hes flourished as a wildly creative polymath who is equally adept at slinging heart worn hooks and eyeball-exploding art-pop.

FreePopElectronic
Oct 27
8:00 PM
Garcia's Chicago·West Loop

The Empty Pockets

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.

RockPopJazz / Blues
Oct 27
8:00 PM
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SPACE·Evanston

A Tribute to Toto w. Andrew Patinkin & Stephon “Mooch" Brown

Stephon "Mooch" Brown Artist, Producer, Drummer, Percussionist. Born in Chicago, West side raised from an influential Family of music and sports! Both parents, siblings, and generations before and after are heavily musically inclined. Mooch was raised around many gifts, personalities, talents, love, and music! That's often identified in his playing and creativity! From church, to studios, to festivals, larger audiences, and now performing in sold out venues around the Chicago area with his Band, known as Mooch & The Family Band; Mooch has had quite the opportunity of exposure in many different places to share his gift with the world. He only wishes to leave an impact and legacy behind his name and work he's done through his Children, Music, Art, and the way he made people feel through his sound whenever playing or performing. "Some people almost never forget how you made them feel. Be Intentional!"- Stephon Mooch Brown Andrew Patinkin Andrew Patinkin is a guitarist and bandleader born and raised in Chicago. Andrew was drawn to the guitar at an early age and began his journey on the instrument at 10. Steeped in the Blues, Rock and Roll, and old-school Soul music, he has forged a career as a player with his own unique sound and sensibility. Andrew has made his mark playing R&B, Blues, Gospel, Rock, and even Country across Chicago and the greater Midwest region. He is a lifelong student of the guitar and the craft of being a musician.

FreeRock
Oct 28
7:30 PM
Thalia Hall·Pilsen

Phillip Phillips - Let’s Go Far Tour with Katie Lynne Sharbaugh

Phillip Phillips Meet & Greet Experience One GA Standing ticket Early entry into the venue Exclusive meet and greet along with personal photograph Access to a pre-show songwriters story time including an acoustic performance Limited Edition corduroy hat Exclusive signed setlist Official meet & greet laminate Priority merchandise shopping On-site VIP host Limited availabilityThank you for purchasing a Phillip Phillips VIP package. Buyers will receive an email approximately three days prior to the show date with VIP details, sent to the address submitted at time of purchase. One More Time VIP, the artist, tour, promoter, ticketing company, venue or any other affiliated parties are not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information provided by the consumer. All packages and package contents are non-transferable; no refunds or exchanges; all sales are final. Package elements are subject to change. VIP merchandise items will be distributed at the show. If you have any questions regarding your VIP package elements, please contact info@onemoretimevip.com Best known for his five-times platinum hit Home, Phillip Phillips has always been interested in making music that allows people to reflect on their life. Growing up in Leesburg, Georgia, Phillip first picked up guitar at age 14 and soon mastered riffs mostly by playing along to his familys karaoke machine. He took up singing and songwriting as a teenager which led to him forming an acoustic band with his older sister and brother-in-law.With encouragement from his family and friends, he took a break from working in his familys pawn shop and auditioned for American Idol in summer 2011. After impressing the nation with his stellar vocal control and stage presence, Phillips emerged as the shows season 11 winner. Premiering the same day he claimed his victory, Home marked the most successful coronation song of any Idol winner and the highest-ever debut on Billboards Digital Songschart.Soon after his American Idol success, Phillips started working on his first full length album The World From The Side Of The Moon. Released in 2012, this album debuted at #4 on the Billboard 200 and quickly went platinum. Shortly after his success with his debut album, Phillips released Behind The Light, his 2nd full length project, and took it on tour in 2016. Known for his high energy shows, Phillips has toured with superstar artists such as Matt Nathanson, John Mayer, the Goo Goo Dolls and even shared the stage with Bruce Springsteen at the Rock in Rio Festival.

FreeFolk / RootsPop
Oct 28
8:00 PM

ESTEMAN & DANIELA SPALLA - AMORIO USA TOUR

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

PopLatinRock
Oct 29
6:00 PM
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Salt Shed·Bucktown

The Dresden Dolls

Formed in Boston in 2000 after a chance meeting at a Halloween party, Amanda Palmer and Brian Viglione quickly established The Dresden Dolls as a singular force in the underground music and art scene. Their fusion of theatricality, punk energy, and cabaret sensibility helped define the ?punk cabaret? genre. In 2003, the band won the prestigious WBCN Rock & Roll Rumble and released their self-titled debut album, featuring enduring songs such as ?Coin-Operated Boy? and ?Girl Anachronism,? the latter later featured on the HBO series Weeds. A support slot with Nine Inch Nails in 2005 helped propel their international profile.

Rock
Oct 29
8:00 PM
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Thalia Hall·Pilsen

The Tallest Man On Earth with Gwenifer Raymond

Matsson has made some of the best and most-compelling folk songs of the 21st century. Paste The Tallest Man on Earth has released some of the best modern folk music of this century. He writes elegant, homespun ballads that draw you in toward the proverbial campfire. - GQ Swedish singer-songwriter The Tallest Man On Earth aka Kristian Matsson is announcing a 2026 US fall tour today and the song Colors, his first new music in nearly three years. Recorded by Matsson in his home studio, the song whirls and swirls with his violin, guitar playing and signature croon. Yearning for the verdant inspiration of summer, head below to listen and watch the songs new video featuring handheld camera footage from Kristian and his crew on a recent run of European shows. Watch/Listen to Colors: https://thetallestmanonearth.ffm.to/colors The Tallest Man On Earth has captivated audiences using every inch of his long guitar cord to roam the stage: darting around, crouching, stretching, hip-twitching, perching briefly and jittering away (The New York Times). His tour this fall begins October 15 in North Carolina and snakes through the East and West coasts, ending in Phoenix on November 15. Head below to check out all upcoming tour dates. Critics often draw comparisons between The Tallest Man on Earth and Bob Dylan, citing similarities in both songwriting and vocal style. Matsson himself has acknowledged Dylans influence, revealing that he started listening to him at the age of fifteen. Fascinated by Dylans covers, he delved into their origins, which gradually introduced him to early American folk artists like Pete Seeger and Woody Guthrie. However, Matsson is quick to distance himself from being part of any specific tradition, stating, I dont want to be part of a tradition. I just want to do what feels natural to me. This is how I play, and this is how I write songs. His 2023 album Henry St. marks the first time Matsson recorded an album in a band setting. As described by Matsson, its the most me album yet, because it covers so many of the different noises in my head. Having been away from it taught me that making music and performing is what Im doing for the rest of my life, and Im so grateful for it. It has given me new confidence and playfulness. This is what I do. Its unconditional.

RockFolk / RootsPop
Oct 29
8:00 PM
Carol’s Pub·Rogers Park

Iris Marlowe

21+ / www.carolspub.comIris Marlowe is a gothic country musician straight from the sultry pits of hell. Her latest album Dead By Dawn is a collective of spaghetti western tunes inspired by 80s horror movies that will chill you to the bone. Iris creates music for the eccentrics and folks that are looking for something a little different in the country and folk music landscape. This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.GA Tickets do not include seating. Reserved Table purchase includes entrance to the show and a reserved table for the designated number of people.Please arrive 30 minutes prior to showtime to claim your table. If your party has not arrived by that time, your table may be subject to be given away to another group and we will do our best to facilitate your group upon your arrival, however a table is no longer guaranteed.

RockFolk / Roots
Oct 29
8:00 PM
Outset·West Loop

Weston Estate

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.

PopRock
Oct 30
6:30 PM
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