Rock Shows in Chicago

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

Join us for just $25! Secure your spot in advance, or grab your ticket at the door for $30 (if available; advance purchase highly recommended). Important Details: Doors open at 8 PM: To secure guaranteed seating, guests should arrive between 8 PM and 9 PM.

Friday, September 18, 2026 Global Swing presents Oxygen Featuring Satoshi Tomiie * Garrett David * Esoe $20-$25 Adv / $25 Door / $20 Student Door (before 12am with valid ID) / 21+ / Doors: 10PM

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!

MARIACHI EL BRONX Mariachi El Bronx is the acclaimed mariachi alter ego of the Los Angeles hardcore punk band The Bronx. Formed in 2006 and debuting in 2009, the eight-piece collective swaps punk distortion for traditional Mexican instrumentation, earning global festival slots, TV placements, and critical praise across multiple studio albums. Autumn Sky Passage by Jeff Scott Castle Band Website Facebook Instagram MAX DIAZ CHICANO COWPUNK FROM TEXAS. Band Website Spotify Facebook Instagram

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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.

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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.

Midnight Open Mic Comedy at the G spot hosted by Michael Johnson and Marc LeValle

Sidewalk Show on the front patio with Mike Wheeler Blues Duo 1pm-5pm MIKE WHEELER BLUES DUO One of the hardest working bands in Chicago. The Mike Wheeler Band consists of : Mike Wheeler- Guitar & Vocals, Larry Williams-Bass & Background Vocals, Cleo Cole -Drums , Brian James-Keyboards & Background Vocals. Band Website Spotify Facebook

GARY CAMARO Gary Camaro, frontman for the Chicago rock outfit The Wabash Cannonballs.The Poet Laureate Of Ashland Ave. Dipsomaniac Of The Highest Order. Proprietor Of Black Jackal Studio Autumn Sky Passage by Jeff Scott Castle TONY MAC

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.

LIVE ON FITZGERALDS PATIO: OMAR COLEMAN! FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to reserve a table. We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can't find a reservation, don't sweat it, c'mon over! ARTIST BLURB 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

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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.

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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

Jam out live with epic Pearl Jam, Oasis, and Goo Goo Dolls tribute vibes at Jamo's—don't miss this rock night! 🎸 A Night of '90s Alternative Rock at Jamo's Live! 🎸 Three incredible tribute bands. One unforgettable night. Get ready for an evening packed with the music that defined a generation as three of the Midwest's top tribute bands bring the biggest hits of the '90s to one stage!

Over the last decade, Chicago quartet REZN have carved out a unique place in the landscape of heavy music, chiseling away at the crude formations of the topography, mining the most concentrated metallic ore from the dirt, and shaping it all into something monumental, imposing, and divine. While REZN has always fused seismic riffs with effortless beauty and grandeur, their shifting strategies for wielding that polarity have involved varied compositional and stylistic decisions, most notably the light-and-dark contrast of companion albums Solace (2023) and Burden (2024). But with their newest full-length offering, Cycles in the Infinite Dream, REZN masterfully harness the oppressive weight of their full sonic armory to celestial melodies and sublime synesthesia-inducing atmospherics in a manner so seamless it feels otherworldly, as if occupying a liminal space between two realities.While REZN traffic in the unbridled realms of metal and untethered reaches of psychedelia, their latest release showcases a band working with discipline and intention, even when those intentions are rendered to be purposefully cryptic. As the album title implies, Cycles in the Infinite Dream explores the nexus of our waking and nocturnal worlds. We moved towards the dream and subconscious state as a lyrical concept and melodic theme, the band explains. The pseudo-waking state is a reflection of a second existencesomething that you can flee to or be imprisoned by. Much like the subconscious-guided work of David Lynch, Cycles in the Infinite Dream exists as parallax between the artist and the audience, creating an obscured and distorted space that is both familiar and alien, like a corridor into our past where we recognize our surroundings but somehow still feel lost within its warped geometry.REZN have long operatedand thrivedin the subterranean realm of music heads who crave the aural equivalent of altered states. And with Cycles in the Infinite Dream, they have created their most psychotropic work to date.- Written by Brian Cook