Upcoming Events

Catch regional favorites and acts from all over the country for FREE every Friday and Saturday night at our Hard Rock Cafe and Council Oak Bar Stages. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis so no ticket is required! Be sure to plan accordingly so you can sip on an elevated cocktail from Council Oak Bar or snack on classic eats from Hard Rock Cafe while you enjoy the show!

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Laura Rain & The Caesars

Friday, April 26 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

Detroit’s Laura Rain and the Caesars transform funky soul and r&b into their own unique vision. Inspired by the spirit of classic recordings of a bygone era, Laura Rain creates her own environment of expression with a powerful and soulful voice.

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Nerdvana

Friday, April 26 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Nerdvana delivers a memorable performance that will keep an audience on their feet for hours while they experience the best hits of the 90's.

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DJ Dave C

Saturday, April 27 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Dj Dave C was born and raised in Bucktown/Humboldt Park area in Chicago. He started his love affair with music and the underground culture in the early 80's as a young break dancer. In 1985, he meet one of his best friends and fellow DJ Gabriel "Rock the house".

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DJ Dave C

Saturday, June 1 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Dj Dave C was born and raised in Bucktown/Humboldt Park area in Chicago. He started his love affair with music and the underground culture in the early 80's as a young break dancer. In 1985, he meet one of his best friends and fellow DJ Gabriel "Rock the house".

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System of Dying Angels

Saturday, April 27 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Bringing System of a Down to the Tri-State area, SODA: System of Dying Angels is authentic in replicating the music and performance of SOAD. Close your eyes and let the vocals of Donald Mock (Serj Tankian) and Jeff Cottle (Daron Malakian) transport you to a true SOAD show. With the instrumentation nearly competing with the beloved albums, System (SOAD/SODA) will be the first to admit that "accidents happen". From their breakout SUGAR! through Toxicity and being Hypnotized and Mezmorized, SODA will Steal your energy during the show and play hits from throughout the discography.

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Freak On A Leash

Saturday, April 27 | 10:30PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Over the past 10 years, Freak On A Leash have worked hard at creating a name for themselves in the Chicagoland tribute scene while replicating the golden days of Korn.

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The Aftermath

Friday, May 3 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

The Aftermath is an Indiana born and raised on rock and roll band that takes it to the next level. With their vocal harmonies and musical expertise they cover some of the most challenging music out there. The Aftermath set list will include songs from classic rock bands such as Rush, Deep Purple, Heart, and The Doobie Brothers, as well as newer music from artists like Maroon 5, Garbage, and Miley Cyrus and everything in between.

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Nate Venturelli

Friday, May 3 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Country Singer Songwriter Nate Venturelli is from Northwest Indiana. Nate’s new single "Union Man'' a song written about the story of his grandfather's life growing up to becoming a Union Steelworker has gotten recognition from Union’s around the country, rave reviews, support from fans, and Country Radio.

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Dj Slash

Saturday, May 4

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Dj Slash began his career as a turntable Dj back in 1983, spinning house, dance music, early hip-hop, and various other genres on 12-inch vinyl.

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Dj Slash

Saturday, June 29

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Dj Slash began his career as a turntable Dj back in 1983, spinning house, dance music, early hip-hop, and various other genres on 12-inch vinyl.

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Visions of Santana

Saturday, May 4 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

VISIONS is a 6-piece Carlos Santana Tribute band that plays the music of Carlos Santana from his songs at Woodstock, Grammy winning Supernatural Album, and the Santana 4 Reunion Album. The band formed in 2010 as Visions of Santana from a collection of music-loving guys who all just could not get enough Carlos Santana, Malo, and other classic favorites.

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Omar Coleman

Friday, May 10 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

It’s the core philosophy of astute curiosity that’s established Omar Coleman as a rising star with iron-clad longevity in the national blues scene. Hailing from the West Side of Chicago, Coleman grew up entrenched in soul music and black music that defined the era in the mid-90s.

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The After Party

Friday, May 10 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

"After Party brings a high energy performance with music spanning from the modern top 40 hits of today all the way back to the best classics of the past. A packed dance floor, an engaged audience, and unstoppable energy is what After Party delivers to help make your night one to remember forever."

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DJ Karl Almaria

Saturday, May 11 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Decades of DJ experience, a multi-genre comfort zone, creative mixing style, and on-point track selection have taken him to DJ gigs all around Chicago, 19 USA states, and as far away as the Philippines & Mexico. On occasion, he performs as a duo with his brother Geto Mark AKA Mark Almaria as The Flying Almaria Brothers.

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DJ Karl Almaria

Saturday, June 15 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Decades of DJ experience, a multi-genre comfort zone, creative mixing style, and on-point track selection have taken him to DJ gigs all around Chicago, 19 USA states, and as far away as the Philippines & Mexico. On occasion, he performs as a duo with his brother Geto Mark AKA Mark Almaria as The Flying Almaria Brothers.

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Eve 6

Saturday, May 11 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

eve6 isn’t a very good band. they got lucky and had like a hit and a half like twenty years ago and sold some records but who cares. they’ve had all the terminally predictable ups and downs of every other band thats been chewed up and spit out by the machine. their new shit is good but no one will listen or care. eve6 doesn’t really like music and thinks more often than not its just a distraction for the dull of mind. eve6 thinks music industry people are the worst people in the world and this includes label people, lawyers, publicists, managers, radio program directors, music supervisors etc. thanks for taking the time away from your fake slack job to read this.

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Mississippi Heat

Friday, May 17 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

MISSISSIPPI HEAT’s name is a reflection of Pierre Lacocque’s reverence for Mississippi’s blues culture and music. The band’s conviction is that there is no deeper music than Delta-inspired blues to express what lies in everyone’s soul.

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Mr. Blotto

Friday, May 17 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Live Performance

Mr. Blotto is Chicago’s Original Jam Band. In their 30th year as a non-stop touring band with over a dozen albums and nearly 4000 concerts under their belt, Mr. Blotto is at this point, a force of nature to be experienced.

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DJ Lori

Saturday, May 18 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Live Performance

As the Midwest's multi-award-winning lady DJ, DJ LORi brings a fresh remixed upbeat vibe mixture of your favorite classics of Mashups, House, Hiphop, R&B and Rock to her turntables. Having DJed for celebrities like NBA's Michael Jordan, Kelly Clarkson, Maroon 5 and many more, sending out waves of earful fun to the dancefloor is her known-signature style.

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Seldom Told

Saturday, May 18 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Seldom Told is a hard rock band from Northwest Indiana. Featuring the powerful vocals of Mira Faris, shredding lead guitar from Austin Faris, melodic thunder from bassist Derek Kalicky, and heavy riffs from rhythm guitarist Chase Hayes.

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John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band

Friday, May 24 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

John Primer has undisputedly helped build the sound and style of Chicago blues as we know it today. The echos of tradition bellowing from the birthplaces he played such as: Maxwell Street, Theresa's, Checkerboard and Rosa's Lounges, pulse from every chord in his fingers today. John Primer is a Chicago Blues Living Legend.

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Starlight City

Friday, May 24 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Starlight City brings a wide array of pop & rock providing the ultimate party.

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DJ Nasty Boy Noel

Saturday, May 25 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

My name is Noel Cullen, aka DJ “Nasty Boy” Noel.

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Together

Saturday, May 25 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Together is the hottest English / Spanish showband in the Chicagoland area. The group is a twelve member band that is diversified in its musical styles, performing everything from pop to rhythm and blues to big band to latin rock and different Spanish selections. Its strength is its show, which combines outstanding vocal efforts and a tight state presentation.

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Fletcher Rockwell

Friday, May 31 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Live Performance

With classic Americana-tinged rock & roll steeped in the blue-collar charm of their hometown, Chicago’s Fletcher Rockwell has been building a loyal fanbase throughout the Midwest since 2009.

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Stache

Friday, May 31 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Stache! is a seven piece band that expertly plays the hits from across decades and genres. A Stache! show the ultimate "shuffle" experience: a wild ride where you never know what you're going to get next, but it's sure to get people singing along, out of their seats and onto the dancefloor!

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Chronic Flannel

Saturday, June 1 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Chronic Flannel is one of the region’s most sought-after live music acts. With a song list that no other band can touch, Chronic Flannel delivers tunes from nearly every genre (hip-hop, R&B, rock of all eras, reggae, country, pop, and more) with energy and musicianship that has delighted audiences in clubs, bars, theaters, special events, weddings, festivals, and more across the Midwest since 2017.

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Vino Louden

Friday, June 7 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Vino Louden is a Chicago Blues Hall of Fame Inductee born in the small town of Hayti, Missouri. Since fronting his own band, Vino Louden Band has played venues locally and abroad, including Buddy Guys Legends, Hollywood Bowl, Windy City Live, House of Blues, Chicago Theater, and in Brazil, France, and Japan.

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Hello Weekend

Friday, June 7 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

HELLO WEEKEND is a nonstop, hit after hit, party band. They not only bring high-energy sound with Christina's heart stopping vocals, but they bring a captivating stage presence and an overall transfixing performance, the likes of which, you won't soon forget!

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DJ Marquez Antonio

Saturday, June 8 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Straight from the 312 the birthplace of House Music, Marquez Antonio is known for his selective picks of tracks and blends. Always taking you for a ride on his groove's, he is also Co-Founder of Groove Foundation, as well as Sunday Afternoon Grooves and Eats & Beats Events. A veteran on the wheel of steel (Turntables).

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The Indigos

Saturday, June 8 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

The Indigos are a high energy 7-11 piece alternative funk rock band featuring multiple vocalists, horn players, shredding guitars, a rock solid rhythm section, and a keytar. They will have you dancing and singing along all night to some of your favorite tunes dating back to the 60s up to modern day hits. The Indigos truly do all things upbeat and fun for a night to remember.

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Ivy Ford

Friday, June 14 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Live Performance, Concert

Ivy Ford, is a singer, musician, and entertainer. Waukegan born and raised, at 26 she is quite the up and coming artist of the Chicago blues and live music scene.

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Radio Gaga

Friday, June 14 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

In a parallel universe where rock stars are immortal, Freddie Mercury and Lady Gaga meet and develop a friendship and mutual admiration for each other’s art and music. So they decide to take their act out on the road for “The Concert that Never Was.” This 2-hour performance is typically broken into two one-hour acts. It brings you an integrated production show featuring the music of Queen and Lady Gaga, complete with duets and memorable moments, including features from “A Star Is Born.” Experience the essence of the two artists with stunning costume changes and choreography. The triumphant ending, which features an updated version of Queen’s legendary Live Aid performance from 1985, will leave you breathless. This unique combination is sure to be the next big thing.

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Soul 2 The Bone

Saturday, June 15 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

The Soul 2 The Bone Band plays the best in Motown, R & B, Pop, Disco, Neo-Soul, House Music, Contemporary & Jazz Standards and Gospel.

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Tom Holland and The Shuffle Kings

Friday, June 21 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

Tom Holland grew up on Chicago’s south side and was influenced by the city’s rich jazz and blues heritage from a very young age. His father’s love of music and vast record collection was the catalyst for Tom’s love of music, especially blues.

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NAWTY

Friday, June 21 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

NAWTY is a Band that will rock your socks off while you dance the night away. With a continually changing setlist of over 150 songs ranging from Motown on up to current chart toppers and everything in between, Nawty can Easily accommodate your night out with a Fun Energetic Vibe!

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LOLLA

Saturday, June 22 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

All the HITS from some of your favorite Lollapalooza artists! (Modern Alternative Hits)

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Mike Wheeler Band

Friday, June 28 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

Live Performance

Mike Wheeler is a brilliant staple in the Chicago blues community and was inducted into the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame in 2014. From Jazz to Rock, from popular music to Top 40, Mike slides in and out of musical genres with sophistication, ease and indulgence.

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Earth to Mars

Friday, June 28 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

A group of 5 young professional musicians came together to form one of the greatest modern tribute acts of today.

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Wedding Banned

Saturday, June 29 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

After being banned from their hometown of Gas City, Indiana for being too wild, Wedding Banned relocated to Chicago and the legend began and is still going strong, 17 years later!

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DJ Kevin Allen

Saturday, July 20 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

Kevin Allen Dj/Producer/Remixer/Video Editor from the 219/Chicago started his journey at an early age. Naturally, growing up in the Chicago area, he was an instant House Head. Kevin produces, remixes and plays a wide variety of House Music ranging from Jackin House to Tech House.

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Mandalyn & The Hunters

Friday, July 26 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

Indiana-based singer/songwriter Mandalyn has the rare kind of voice that can stir souls. Whether she is performing on her own or with her band, The Hunters, Wes Rettinger (Lead Guitar), Mo Taylor (Drums), Mike Boyle (Bass), and Jim Johnson (Keys) she has mesmerized audiences with her soaring, sultry vocal abilities.

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Party Foul

Friday, August 9 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Party Foul takes you on a ride from Beatles to Bruno until you’re feeling numero uno. This six-piece band prides itself on crowd-engaging performances with a mix of pop, rock, and country so everyone gets something.

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Led Zeppelin 2

Saturday, August 17 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

The Live Experience recreates the sights, sounds, and pure rock & roll euphoria of a prime Led Zeppelin concert. Resplendent in satin and denim, LZ2 delivers the intense, raw energy and dynamics of songs such as Whole Lotta Love, Stairway to Heaven, Kashmir, Dazed and Confused and many more from the entire catalog of Zeppelin studio, live and bootleg recordings.

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Simple Men & Southern Nights

Friday, September 13 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Simple Men and Southern Nights takes you back to the 1970’s when Southern Rock ruled the airwaves. The first set features all your favorites from Southern Rock staples like the Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker Band, .38 Special, ZZ Top, Glenn Campbell, the Georgia Satellites, Molly Hatchett and more. You’ll hear other Southern Rock classics like Ram Jam’s “Black Betty”, “Amie” by Pure Prairie League and “Fooled Around and Fell in Love” by Elvin Bishop Band.

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Payton Taylor

Saturday, November 23 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

A steadfast and soulful young lady, she lets her heart do the writing and her voice tells the story. She’s country steeped in soul, in the spirit of the female pioneers of those genres. But don’t etch those labels in stone anywhere. Her music education started with her grandfather’s record collection, relics of a time past in the modern world, but captivating to her musical “old soul.”

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Laura Rain & The Caesars

Friday, April 26 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

Detroit’s Laura Rain and the Caesars transform funky soul and r&b into their own unique vision. Inspired by the spirit of classic recordings of a bygone era, Laura Rain creates her own environment of expression with a powerful and soulful voice.

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Nerdvana

Friday, April 26 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

Nerdvana delivers a memorable performance that will keep an audience on their feet for hours while they experience the best hits of the 90's.

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DJ Dave C

Saturday, April 27 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Dj Dave C was born and raised in Bucktown/Humboldt Park area in Chicago. He started his love affair with music and the underground culture in the early 80's as a young break dancer. In 1985, he meet one of his best friends and fellow DJ Gabriel "Rock the house".

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DJ Dave C

Saturday, June 1 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Dj Dave C was born and raised in Bucktown/Humboldt Park area in Chicago. He started his love affair with music and the underground culture in the early 80's as a young break dancer. In 1985, he meet one of his best friends and fellow DJ Gabriel "Rock the house".

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System of Dying Angels

Saturday, April 27 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Bringing System of a Down to the Tri-State area, SODA: System of Dying Angels is authentic in replicating the music and performance of SOAD. Close your eyes and let the vocals of Donald Mock (Serj Tankian) and Jeff Cottle (Daron Malakian) transport you to a true SOAD show. With the instrumentation nearly competing with the beloved albums, System (SOAD/SODA) will be the first to admit that "accidents happen". From their breakout SUGAR! through Toxicity and being Hypnotized and Mezmorized, SODA will Steal your energy during the show and play hits from throughout the discography.

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Freak On A Leash

Saturday, April 27 | 10:30PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

Over the past 10 years, Freak On A Leash have worked hard at creating a name for themselves in the Chicagoland tribute scene while replicating the golden days of Korn.

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The Aftermath

Friday, May 3 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

The Aftermath is an Indiana born and raised on rock and roll band that takes it to the next level. With their vocal harmonies and musical expertise they cover some of the most challenging music out there. The Aftermath set list will include songs from classic rock bands such as Rush, Deep Purple, Heart, and The Doobie Brothers, as well as newer music from artists like Maroon 5, Garbage, and Miley Cyrus and everything in between.

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Nate Venturelli

Friday, May 3 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Country Singer Songwriter Nate Venturelli is from Northwest Indiana. Nate’s new single "Union Man'' a song written about the story of his grandfather's life growing up to becoming a Union Steelworker has gotten recognition from Union’s around the country, rave reviews, support from fans, and Country Radio.

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Dj Slash

Saturday, May 4

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Dj Slash began his career as a turntable Dj back in 1983, spinning house, dance music, early hip-hop, and various other genres on 12-inch vinyl.

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Dj Slash

Saturday, June 29

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Dj Slash began his career as a turntable Dj back in 1983, spinning house, dance music, early hip-hop, and various other genres on 12-inch vinyl.

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Visions of Santana

Saturday, May 4 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

VISIONS is a 6-piece Carlos Santana Tribute band that plays the music of Carlos Santana from his songs at Woodstock, Grammy winning Supernatural Album, and the Santana 4 Reunion Album. The band formed in 2010 as Visions of Santana from a collection of music-loving guys who all just could not get enough Carlos Santana, Malo, and other classic favorites.

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Omar Coleman

Friday, May 10 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

It’s the core philosophy of astute curiosity that’s established Omar Coleman as a rising star with iron-clad longevity in the national blues scene. Hailing from the West Side of Chicago, Coleman grew up entrenched in soul music and black music that defined the era in the mid-90s.

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The After Party

Friday, May 10 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

"After Party brings a high energy performance with music spanning from the modern top 40 hits of today all the way back to the best classics of the past. A packed dance floor, an engaged audience, and unstoppable energy is what After Party delivers to help make your night one to remember forever."

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DJ Karl Almaria

Saturday, May 11 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Decades of DJ experience, a multi-genre comfort zone, creative mixing style, and on-point track selection have taken him to DJ gigs all around Chicago, 19 USA states, and as far away as the Philippines & Mexico. On occasion, he performs as a duo with his brother Geto Mark AKA Mark Almaria as The Flying Almaria Brothers.

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DJ Karl Almaria

Saturday, June 15 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Decades of DJ experience, a multi-genre comfort zone, creative mixing style, and on-point track selection have taken him to DJ gigs all around Chicago, 19 USA states, and as far away as the Philippines & Mexico. On occasion, he performs as a duo with his brother Geto Mark AKA Mark Almaria as The Flying Almaria Brothers.

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Eve 6

Saturday, May 11 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

eve6 isn’t a very good band. they got lucky and had like a hit and a half like twenty years ago and sold some records but who cares. they’ve had all the terminally predictable ups and downs of every other band thats been chewed up and spit out by the machine. their new shit is good but no one will listen or care. eve6 doesn’t really like music and thinks more often than not its just a distraction for the dull of mind. eve6 thinks music industry people are the worst people in the world and this includes label people, lawyers, publicists, managers, radio program directors, music supervisors etc. thanks for taking the time away from your fake slack job to read this.

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Mississippi Heat

Friday, May 17 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

MISSISSIPPI HEAT’s name is a reflection of Pierre Lacocque’s reverence for Mississippi’s blues culture and music. The band’s conviction is that there is no deeper music than Delta-inspired blues to express what lies in everyone’s soul.

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Mr. Blotto

Friday, May 17 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Live Performance

Mr. Blotto is Chicago’s Original Jam Band. In their 30th year as a non-stop touring band with over a dozen albums and nearly 4000 concerts under their belt, Mr. Blotto is at this point, a force of nature to be experienced.

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DJ Lori

Saturday, May 18 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Live Performance

As the Midwest's multi-award-winning lady DJ, DJ LORi brings a fresh remixed upbeat vibe mixture of your favorite classics of Mashups, House, Hiphop, R&B and Rock to her turntables. Having DJed for celebrities like NBA's Michael Jordan, Kelly Clarkson, Maroon 5 and many more, sending out waves of earful fun to the dancefloor is her known-signature style.

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Seldom Told

Saturday, May 18 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

Seldom Told is a hard rock band from Northwest Indiana. Featuring the powerful vocals of Mira Faris, shredding lead guitar from Austin Faris, melodic thunder from bassist Derek Kalicky, and heavy riffs from rhythm guitarist Chase Hayes.

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John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band

Friday, May 24 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

John Primer has undisputedly helped build the sound and style of Chicago blues as we know it today. The echos of tradition bellowing from the birthplaces he played such as: Maxwell Street, Theresa's, Checkerboard and Rosa's Lounges, pulse from every chord in his fingers today. John Primer is a Chicago Blues Living Legend.

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Starlight City

Friday, May 24 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

Starlight City brings a wide array of pop & rock providing the ultimate party.

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DJ Nasty Boy Noel

Saturday, May 25 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

My name is Noel Cullen, aka DJ “Nasty Boy” Noel.

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Together

Saturday, May 25 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

Together is the hottest English / Spanish showband in the Chicagoland area. The group is a twelve member band that is diversified in its musical styles, performing everything from pop to rhythm and blues to big band to latin rock and different Spanish selections. Its strength is its show, which combines outstanding vocal efforts and a tight state presentation.

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Fletcher Rockwell

Friday, May 31 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Live Performance

With classic Americana-tinged rock & roll steeped in the blue-collar charm of their hometown, Chicago’s Fletcher Rockwell has been building a loyal fanbase throughout the Midwest since 2009.

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Stache

Friday, May 31 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

Stache! is a seven piece band that expertly plays the hits from across decades and genres. A Stache! show the ultimate "shuffle" experience: a wild ride where you never know what you're going to get next, but it's sure to get people singing along, out of their seats and onto the dancefloor!

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Chronic Flannel

Saturday, June 1 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

Chronic Flannel is one of the region’s most sought-after live music acts. With a song list that no other band can touch, Chronic Flannel delivers tunes from nearly every genre (hip-hop, R&B, rock of all eras, reggae, country, pop, and more) with energy and musicianship that has delighted audiences in clubs, bars, theaters, special events, weddings, festivals, and more across the Midwest since 2017.

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Vino Louden

Friday, June 7 | 8:00PM

Council Oak Bar Council Oak Bar

Council Oak Bar

Vino Louden is a Chicago Blues Hall of Fame Inductee born in the small town of Hayti, Missouri. Since fronting his own band, Vino Louden Band has played venues locally and abroad, including Buddy Guys Legends, Hollywood Bowl, Windy City Live, House of Blues, Chicago Theater, and in Brazil, France, and Japan.

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Hello Weekend

Friday, June 7 | 9:00PM

Hard Rock Cafe Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

HELLO WEEKEND is a nonstop, hit after hit, party band. They not only bring high-energy sound with Christina's heart stopping vocals, but they bring a captivating stage presence and an overall transfixing performance, the likes of which, you won't soon forget!

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DJ Marquez Antonio

Saturday, June 8 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

Straight from the 312 the birthplace of House Music, Marquez Antonio is known for his selective picks of tracks and blends. Always taking you for a ride on his groove's, he is also Co-Founder of Groove Foundation, as well as Sunday Afternoon Grooves and Eats & Beats Events. A veteran on the wheel of steel (Turntables).

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The Indigos

Saturday, June 8 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

The Indigos are a high energy 7-11 piece alternative funk rock band featuring multiple vocalists, horn players, shredding guitars, a rock solid rhythm section, and a keytar. They will have you dancing and singing along all night to some of your favorite tunes dating back to the 60s up to modern day hits. The Indigos truly do all things upbeat and fun for a night to remember.

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Ivy Ford

Friday, June 14 | 8:00PM

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Live Performance, Concert

Ivy Ford, is a singer, musician, and entertainer. Waukegan born and raised, at 26 she is quite the up and coming artist of the Chicago blues and live music scene.

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Radio Gaga

Friday, June 14 | 9:00PM

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In a parallel universe where rock stars are immortal, Freddie Mercury and Lady Gaga meet and develop a friendship and mutual admiration for each other’s art and music. So they decide to take their act out on the road for “The Concert that Never Was.” This 2-hour performance is typically broken into two one-hour acts. It brings you an integrated production show featuring the music of Queen and Lady Gaga, complete with duets and memorable moments, including features from “A Star Is Born.” Experience the essence of the two artists with stunning costume changes and choreography. The triumphant ending, which features an updated version of Queen’s legendary Live Aid performance from 1985, will leave you breathless. This unique combination is sure to be the next big thing.

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Soul 2 The Bone

Saturday, June 15 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

The Soul 2 The Bone Band plays the best in Motown, R & B, Pop, Disco, Neo-Soul, House Music, Contemporary & Jazz Standards and Gospel.

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Tom Holland and The Shuffle Kings

Friday, June 21 | 8:00PM

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Tom Holland grew up on Chicago’s south side and was influenced by the city’s rich jazz and blues heritage from a very young age. His father’s love of music and vast record collection was the catalyst for Tom’s love of music, especially blues.

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NAWTY

Friday, June 21 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

NAWTY is a Band that will rock your socks off while you dance the night away. With a continually changing setlist of over 150 songs ranging from Motown on up to current chart toppers and everything in between, Nawty can Easily accommodate your night out with a Fun Energetic Vibe!

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LOLLA

Saturday, June 22 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

All the HITS from some of your favorite Lollapalooza artists! (Modern Alternative Hits)

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Mike Wheeler Band

Friday, June 28 | 8:00PM

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Live Performance

Mike Wheeler is a brilliant staple in the Chicago blues community and was inducted into the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame in 2014. From Jazz to Rock, from popular music to Top 40, Mike slides in and out of musical genres with sophistication, ease and indulgence.

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Earth to Mars

Friday, June 28 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

A group of 5 young professional musicians came together to form one of the greatest modern tribute acts of today.

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Wedding Banned

Saturday, June 29 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

After being banned from their hometown of Gas City, Indiana for being too wild, Wedding Banned relocated to Chicago and the legend began and is still going strong, 17 years later!

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DJ Kevin Allen

Saturday, July 20 | 8:00PM

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Kevin Allen Dj/Producer/Remixer/Video Editor from the 219/Chicago started his journey at an early age. Naturally, growing up in the Chicago area, he was an instant House Head. Kevin produces, remixes and plays a wide variety of House Music ranging from Jackin House to Tech House.

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Mandalyn & The Hunters

Friday, July 26 | 8:00PM

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Council Oak Bar

Indiana-based singer/songwriter Mandalyn has the rare kind of voice that can stir souls. Whether she is performing on her own or with her band, The Hunters, Wes Rettinger (Lead Guitar), Mo Taylor (Drums), Mike Boyle (Bass), and Jim Johnson (Keys) she has mesmerized audiences with her soaring, sultry vocal abilities.

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Party Foul

Friday, August 9 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

Party Foul takes you on a ride from Beatles to Bruno until you’re feeling numero uno. This six-piece band prides itself on crowd-engaging performances with a mix of pop, rock, and country so everyone gets something.

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Led Zeppelin 2

Saturday, August 17 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

The Live Experience recreates the sights, sounds, and pure rock & roll euphoria of a prime Led Zeppelin concert. Resplendent in satin and denim, LZ2 delivers the intense, raw energy and dynamics of songs such as Whole Lotta Love, Stairway to Heaven, Kashmir, Dazed and Confused and many more from the entire catalog of Zeppelin studio, live and bootleg recordings.

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Simple Men & Southern Nights

Friday, September 13 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

Simple Men and Southern Nights takes you back to the 1970’s when Southern Rock ruled the airwaves. The first set features all your favorites from Southern Rock staples like the Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker Band, .38 Special, ZZ Top, Glenn Campbell, the Georgia Satellites, Molly Hatchett and more. You’ll hear other Southern Rock classics like Ram Jam’s “Black Betty”, “Amie” by Pure Prairie League and “Fooled Around and Fell in Love” by Elvin Bishop Band.

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Payton Taylor

Saturday, November 23 | 9:00PM

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Hard Rock Cafe

A steadfast and soulful young lady, she lets her heart do the writing and her voice tells the story. She’s country steeped in soul, in the spirit of the female pioneers of those genres. But don’t etch those labels in stone anywhere. Her music education started with her grandfather’s record collection, relics of a time past in the modern world, but captivating to her musical “old soul.”

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