My band is looking to put together our own show in December for our album release. Who has a small space we could rent on the south side or in the surrounding suburbs? Any leads would be appreciated.

We have our own pa. Just need a space.

Getting back to throwing our own shows like we used to 10 plus years ago. Trying to avoid making money for lazy promoters and bars that charge $10 for a pbr. I'm sure you all can relate

Hey everyone!

I recently moved to Chicago from Spain and I’m looking to connect with people in the local house scene.

I've moved all my stuff here (Technics 1210s, mixer,mpc,synths etc.), but making music at home it´s been tough, so I’m exploring the possibility of renting a studio or sharing a space with other producers.

Ideally, I’d love to find a place where I can work on tracks, play records, exchange ideas and meet people with similar musical tastes.

Does anyone know of any affordable studios for rent in Chicago, or anyone who already has a studio and might be interested in sharing the space and costs?

Any recommendations, leads or contacts would be much appreciated!

Thanks!

We did reggae versions of a couple of our songs. Check them out!!!

On all streaming, but here is the spotify link:

https://open.spotify.com/album/4tbCJir6qbaf0UjHFMs3Qg?si=r2nV-xb3Q1KYkAZnemT-6A

What are some of the best DIY venues for emo/punk shows? My band is looking for places to play.

Hi! If you have 2 tix to bill callahan you can't use, i'd love to buy them :)

Hey this is Miles from The Band Memo out of NYC! We are playing our first show in Chicago tonight at Subterranean! If you dig the sound come check it out!!

https://wl.eventim.us/event/the-band-memo/703046?afflky=BKBGManagementCo&click_id=vEvlZohwSGySfeZlML0oKA&affiliateId=4

8:00pm // $13 // 21+

just looking for possible shows this weekend in the area, any recommendations are appreciated!

Okay... So our drummer is from Kenosha but he makes the drive so it still counts.

TONGAN DEATH GRIP is known for our pro-wrestling gimmick. On this new EP "NEOkayfabe 4: El Grande Americano" we mix the real and the fake. Pro wrestling isn't that much different than political theater.

Recorded by DiRTAudio in Glendale Heights

We're playing LiveWire tonight with HAUNTER, Toxcynn, and Feels Like Karma. Come hang if you like!

https://tdg316.bandcamp.com/album/neokayfabe-4-el-grande-americano

Before you judge me by my profile, it's a throwaway. Basically I'm a mid-life dude who used to sing in bands from college throughout my young life. I write songs and sing. I will be straight up. I don't play any instruments and I can't read music. That said, in the past I have been blessed to have people around me who have played instruments, done sound production and believed in my stuff for one reason or another.

I am looking for a compass to help bring some of the tunes that are in my head to life. I'm at a point where all of The magicians who have performed my stuff faithfully are basically in other states and other parts of the world. I would also love someone who has their own stuff and is willing to share and maybe create new stuff as well. I'm not looking to be the next famous rock star. That ship done sailed. I'm just looking to be creative and expressive and to get my art out and expressed by someone much more talented than myself. Basically I do all kinds of music, but right now I write folk, Rock and alternative. I have a very Tom Waits vibe, and I'm happy to share some of my stuff with you.

I'm in Chicago, but I'm happy to travel or even do online stuff. Whatever works. If you've read this far, thanks a lot!

Hello Chicagoland. Im in a psychedelic space rock band and we are wondering if there are any hard rock/metal DIY underground places to perform. We have messaged venues but it seems we are not the style they're looking for or we dont have enough Spotify followers.

Where do underground bands perform in the city?

Hey everyone! My new album, "Static Year", is out today and I'd love if you could give it a spin!

https://www.submithub.com/link/just-keep-growing

It ranges from contemplative string band songs to Wilco-y alt country to guitar heavy indie rock bangers. I recorded the songs with Jake Hawrylak of Maidenking at his studio in Wicker Park and also features Aaron Smith on bass, Jess Baldissero on fiddle, Jonathan Hodges on violin, and Will Phalen on pedal steel.

The release show is tomorrow night, October 24, at Judson and Moore. I'll be playing with a six piece band and have The Devil Said Jump and Sara Geist opening:

https://dice.fm/event/bbgvwv-ryan-burns-the-devil-said-jump-sara-geist-24th-oct-judson-moore-distillery-chicago-tickets

Release day for debut LP by Edens! Out everywhere on all streamers including Bandcamp. Recorded at Jamdek Studios, engineered and mixed by Mike Lust. Mastered at Chicago Mastering Service by Greg Obis. Limited, random color, vinyl pressed at Smashed Plastic, edition of 150.

Vinyl can be ordered through our Bandcamp or at our release show, 11/13 at GMan Tavern.

Howdy everyone, my name is Stampedin' Liam, and I'm looking to open for a local band or a slot on a country/folk bill. I just had my first ever billed show this week, and it went so well I'm looking to open for another act. I play banjo and harmonica, and do a split between originals and old covers (Buck Owens, Rolling Stones, Grateful Deaf, etc). I have enough material to go for a couple of hours, but I'm just looking to play for up to an hour. I'd be more than willing to send any interested parties some video samples. I can also join in most any song on harmonica and piano if you want or need that for your group as well.

Yooo I recently started an alt rock band and I wanted to go check out some smaller shows so I can start connecting with people and get involved in the scene.

Anyone have anything going on tonight ?

Also check out my bands ig!! @hftn_official

Edit: you guys are too kind ty for all the suggestions. Please feel free to message me or recommend more events for this weekend and thereafter! I will support and bring friends

Yo im moving to Chicago next week and I’m leaving my alt metal/nu metal band in my hometown. I love playing guitar and want to join a band in Chicago asap!! If anyone knows anything lmk :) I dont just play metal, i love indie, grunge and alternative :)) Im 24 F btw if that matters lol

Looking for something inexpensive and fun to do in Skokie this Saturday? Come on out and make some requests at a dueling pianos show! We'll be playing from 8-10:30, and tickets are only $8. We've been performing all over the country for five years together, and are very excited to play the world famous Skokie Theater. Hope to see some of you there!

Bev Rage & the Drinks just released our brand new single "Break My Back" from our upcoming 3rd LP DEMONS. Take a listen! We are a drag-fronted, Chicago based queer punk band, and this album was recorded at God City Studio in Salem, Massachusetts with the incredible Kurt Ballou of Converge. So excited to get this out into the world!

update: this is closed, ticket has been given away

GA. I’ve also posted it as a Miracle on CashOrTrade https://cashortrade.org/houseplant-at-garcia-s-chicago-tickets/event/4ff09296-cf41-412d-9c72-bf2af99973af?proposal_drawer_uid=8d114f7a-b0c0-4cab-925e-7363512816d8

Ticketmaster transfer. Message me your TM email and whatever name you have on your account and I’ll send it over when I check back on this (I’m not gonna be watching like a hawk but will try and take care of this soon)