The Weekly Classic Car Cruise-In brings together three southside powerhouses: Blue Island Beer Co., Frank’s Pizza and Pub, and the Romin’ Chariots Car Club, kicking off May 6! Alternating between both venues every Tuesday from 4-8pm, car enthusiasts can enjoy $1 off draft beers at Blue Island Beer Co. as they admire stunning classic rides […]
Tim Quirk and Jay Blumenfield have been playing for decades. They were ahead of their time in their band Too Much Joy. Wonderlick picks up the torch with a sound that bears a bit of a 90s rock approach that blends a bit of contemporary with a bit of folk rock, a slightly edgy undertone, […]
Skid City Reunion reunites for this show, bringing together Chicago-born Billy D, known for his “Bluzy Rock” style and for founding bands like Skid City Blues Band and Billy D and the Hoodoos, who have charted on the Billboard Blues Album charts. Joining him again is Ron Sorin, a veteran Chicago blues harmonica player celebrated […]
The Mini-Mekons bring the revolutionary spirit of the legendary genre-defying band The Mekons to an intimate setting, delivering their signature blend of punk attitude, alt-country heart, and intellectual songcraft. The Mekons’ influence spans decades of music history with what critic Lester Bangs called “the most revolutionary group in the history of rock ‘n’ roll.” Opening […]
Celebrating it’s greatness for the third year, HOOF is BACK! Hands Off Our Fest is a music fest to spotlight the women, femmes, and thems of the Chicago punk scene. Stay tuned for more info on this FUCKING FANTASTIC SHOW!!
We are taking a trip back in time to see all of your favorite south side punk and metal bands from the late 90s and early 00s. Joe Fest is back in Blue Island! Bands TBA