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Rock, Pop, Etc

Concerts

The Australian Pink Floyd Show performs The Dark Side of the Moon. Wed 10/24, 8 PM, Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Rd., Rosemont. 847-671-5100 or 312-559-1212. A

Beast Women (cabaret). Fri 10/19 and Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Peter Jones Gallery, 1806 W. Cuyler. 773-472-9723.

Benediction, Nominion, Quinta Essentia Mon 10/22, 8:30 PM, Logan Square Auditorium, 2539 N. Kedzie. 773-252-6179. A

Between the Buried and Me, Horse the Band, Animosity, the End Mon 10/22, 6 PM, Logan Square Auditorium, 2539 N. Kedzie. 773-252-6179. A

Black Crowes, Buffalo Killers 18+. Thu 10/18, 8 PM, Riviera Theatre, 4746 N. Racine. 773-275-6800 or 312-559-1212.

Greg Boerner, Wandering Endorphin Sat 10/20, 7:30 PM, Highlands Presbyterian Church, 1901 W. 59th, LaGrange. 708-246-1911. A

Brand New, Thrice, Mewithoutyou Sat 10/20, 7 PM, Congress Theater, 2135 N. Milwaukee. 312-458-9668 or 312-559-1212. A

Bright Eyes, Andrew Bird Fri 10/19, 7:30 PM, Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State. 312-462-6363 or 312-559-1212. A

Cradle of Filth, Gwar, CKY, Vains of Jenna play the Viva La Bands tour. Tue 10/23, 7 PM, Congress Theater, 2135 N. Milwaukee. 312-458-9668 or 312-559-1212. A

Deathset, Karma With a K, Shopping Tue 10/23, 9 PM, AV-aerie, 2000 W. Fulton #310. 773-276-3600 or 866-468-3401. A

Disco Biscuits 18+. Thu 10/18, 8 PM, the Vic, 3145 N. Sheffield. 773-472-0449 or 312-559-1212.

Drive-By Truckers, Ryan Bingham & the Dead Horse 18+. Mon 10/22, 7:30 PM, Park West, 322 W. Armitage. 773-929-5959 or 312-559-1212.

Tommy Emmanuel Fri 10/19, 7:30 PM, Park West, 322 W. Armitage. 773-929-5959 or 312-559-1212. A

Fall Out Boy, Gym Class Heroes, Plain White T’s, Cute Is What We Aim For Sold out. Sat 10/20, 7 PM, Allstate Arena, 6920 Mannheim, Rosemont. 847-635-6601 or 312-559-1212. A

Tim Green, Shemekia Copeland perform at a benefit for breast cancer research. Fri 10/19, 6:30 PM, Union Station, 210 S. Canal. y-me.org/illinois.

Arlo Guthrie Fri 10/19, 8 PM, the Hemmens, 150 Dexter, Elgin. 847-931-5900. A

Hellogoodbye, Say Anything, Young Love, Polysics Wed 10/24, 6 PM, Congress Theater, 2135 N. Milwaukee. 312-458-9668 or 312-559-1212. A

Illinois Brass Band Sat 10/20, 7 PM, First Congregational Church, 256 E. Chicago, Elgin. 847-741-4045. A

Jewel & the Chicagoland Pops Orchestra Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Rd., Rosemont. 847-671-5100 or 312-559-1212. A

Johnny Hobo & the Freight Trains, Jerk Off Jag Off Frig Face Mon 10/22, 7 PM, Quimby’s, 1854 W. North. 773-342-0910. F A

Lakeside Singers Fri 10/19, 6:30 PM, Kenilworth Club, 410 Kenilworth, Kenilworth. 847-382-4085.

Annie Lennox, Carina Round Sold out. Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Cadillac Palace, 151 W. Randolph. 312-977-1700 or 312-902-1400.

Mambo Kings with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra. Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct., Schaumburg. 847-895-3600. Sat 10/20, 8 PM, and Sun 10/21, 3:30 PM, the Hemmens, 150 Dexter, Elgin. 847-931-5900.

Laurie Marchese Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Village Players Theatre, 1010 W. Madison. 866-764-1010.

Morrissey, Kristeen Young Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Star Plaza Theatre, I-65 & U.S. 30, Merrillville, Indiana. 219-791-1234 or 312-559-1212. A

Stevie Nicks Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Rd., Rosemont. 847-671-5100 or 312-559-1212. A

Pawl, Northpilot, Josh Dumas, Sivie, Rififi, Cutta, members of the Blue Ribbon Glee Club Sat 10/20, 9:30 PM, Wicker Park Tobacco Lounge, 1553 N. Milwaukee. 773-772-8410. F

Mike Pryzgoda Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Elastic, 2830 N. Milwaukee (2nd floor). 773-772-3616. A

Jon Rauhouse Sestet, Hotel Brotherhood perform at an art show. Sat 10/20, 3 PM, Three Brothers Auto Repair, 3722 W. Belmont. judgeworks.com.

Shout Out Louds, Johnossi, Nico Vega Fri 10/19, 8:30 PM, Logan Square Auditorium, 2539 N. Kedzie. 773-252-6179. A

Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band Sun 10/21 (sold out) and Mon 10/22, 7:30 PM, United Center, 1901 W. Madison. 312-455-4500 or 312-559-1212. A

Switchfoot, Relient K Tue 10/23, 7 PM, Star Plaza Theatre, I-65 & U.S. 30, Merrillville, Indiana. 219-791-1234 or 312-559-1212. A

Thermals, Chin Up Chin Up, Reporter Wed 10/24, 8:30 PM, Logan Square Auditorium, 2539 N. Kedzie. 773-276-3600 or 866-468-3401. A

Tiger Army, Static Age, Street Dogs Sat 10/20, 7 PM, the Vic, 3145 N. Sheffield. 773-472-0449 or 312-559-1212. A

Tweaksters Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Fermilab, Kirk & Pine, Batavia. 630-840-2787. A

Type O Negative, Lordi Sun 10/21, 7 PM, the Vic, 3145 N. Sheffield. 773-472-0449 or 312-559-1212. A

Underoath, Every Time I Die, Poison the Well, Maylene & the Sons of Disaster Fri 10/19, 6:30 PM, Riviera Theatre, 4746 N. Racine. 773-275-6800 or 312-559-1212. A

Van Halen, Ky-Mani Marley Thu 10/18, 7:30 PM, United Center, 1901 W. Madison. 312-455-4500 or 312-559-1212. A

Ween Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Aragon Ballroom, 1106 W. Lawrence. 312-666-6667 or 312-559-1212. A

Rock, Pop, Etc

Clubs

Abbey Pub 3420 W. Grace: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Waco Brothers, Lu Edmonds. Fri 10/19, 9 PM, American English (Beatles tribute). Sat 10/20, 10 PM, Sleeper Car, John Wasem Band, Truckstop Supermodel. Wednesdays, 9 PM, Bottom Feeders (in the pub). 773-478-4408 or 866-468-3401.

AliveOne 2683 N. Halsted: Thursdays, 10 PM, Lubriphonic. 773-348-9800.

Ballydoyle 5157 Main, Downers Grove: Thu 10/18, 8:30 PM, Sonics. Fri 10/19, 9 PM, Neverly Brothers. Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Larkin Brothers. 630-969-0600.

Beat Kitchen 2100 W. Belmont: Thu 10/18, 9:30 PM, Tyler James, Henry Joseph, Rue Royale (18+). Fri 10/19, 7 PM, Tim Lowly, Brendan Losch, Mike Reeb A; 10:30 PM, Penthouse Sweets, Handcuffs, Common Enemy (18+). Sat 10/20, 6:30 PM, Daphne Loves Derby, Providence, the Higher, Reign of Kindo A; 10:30 PM, Olympic (18+). Sun 10/21, 7:30 PM, That 1 Guy. Mondays, 10 PM, Pat McCurdy. Tue 10/23, 6 PM, Capgun Coup, We Will Eat Rats to Survive, Perry H. Matthews, Haywood Yards A. Wed 10/24, 9 PM, Little Brazil, 1090 Club, Health & Beauty (18+). 773-281-4444 or 866-468-3401.

Bernice’s Tavern 3238 S. Halsted F: Sat 10/20, 9:30 PM, Diana Lawrence, Chris Zonada, Black Cat Umbrella Brigade. 312-907-1580.

Betty’s Blue Star Lounge 1600 W. Grand: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Sleeping Sergio, Dirty Rooks. Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Band Marino, Brooks Chambers. Wednesdays, 10 PM, Rockin’ Billy & His Wild Coyotes F. 312-243-1699.

Buddy Guy’s Legends 754 S. Wabash: Wed 10/24, 9 PM, Phil Guy. 312-427-0333.

Cal’s 400 S. Wells: Fri 10/19, 10 PM, Mile High Karate, Faraway Tree, Shooting John. 312-922-6392.

Chambers 6881 N. Milwaukee, Niles: Fri 10/19, 9 PM, Sting Rays. 847-647-8282.

Charleston 2076 N. Hoyne F: Music at 10 PM. Thursdays, Joel Paterson Trio. 773-489-4757.

Cobra Lounge 235 N. Ashland F: Music at 10 PM. Thu 10/18, Luxury Pushers. Fridays, DJ Kevin Tihista. Sat 10/20, Amandla, Claude Coleman. Sundays, DJ Church Burner, DJ Angel Raper. Mondays, DJ Josh De La Scala. Tuesdays, DJ Kevin Massacre. Wednesdays, DJ Red Terror. 312-226-6300.

Cornelia’s Bistro & Cabaret Lounge 750 W. Cornelia: Music at 8 PM. Fri 10/19, Ester Hana. 773-248-8333.

Cubby Bear 1059 W. Addison: Fri 10/19, 10 PM, Stellar Road, Mer, 56 Hope Road. Sat 10/20, 10 PM, Mike & Joe. 773-327-1662.

Darkroom 2210 W. Chicago: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Black Nag, Baby Magic, Let’s Get Out of This Terrible Sandwich Shop. Fri 10/19, 7 PM, Jon Rauhouse, Nate Van Allen; 10 PM, Strange Young Lovers, DJ Brock, DJ Misa, DJ Jay. 773-276-1411.

Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret 1383 N. Milwaukee: Thu 10/18, 8 PM, Jennifer Anglin. Fridays and Saturdays, 8 PM, Gwen Pippin (at the Piano Bar) F; 10 PM, the Nitz & Howe Experience (at the Piano Bar). Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Ann Alexandra. Sun 10/21, 7 PM, John Van Keulen performs the music of Cole Porter. Sundays, 7:30 PM, George Howe hosts a show-tunes sing-along (at the Piano Bar) F. Mon 10/22, 8 PM, Blair Robertson, Katie Jeep. Wed 10/24, 8 PM, Bonnie Philips, Robert Redderick. 773-278-1830.

Dawghaus Cafe 6219 N. Sheridan: Sundays, 7 PM, Zach Laliberte A. 773-761-3294.

Delilah’s 2771 N. Lincoln F: DJs spin after 9 PM. Thu 10/18, DJ Brian Costello & DJ Sara Bassick. Sat 10/20, 3 PM, DJ Live Snakes’s Horror Rock. Sun 10/21, DJ Tony, DJ Vanessa, DJ Mike. Mon 10/22, DJ Tim. Tue 10/23, DJ Kevin McComb. Wed 10/24, DJ Mattloch. 773-472-2771.

Double Door 1572 N. Milwaukee: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, ALO, Dearborn. Fri 10/19, 9 PM, High on Fire, Mono, Panthers, Coliseum. Sat 10/20, 9 PM, On the Front, Royal, Inn Cinema, A Birdsong Valentine. Sun 10/21, 9 PM, Acumen Nation, Cyanotic, DJ Acucrack. Tue 10/23, 9 PM, IAMX, Comasoft, Hourly Radio. Wed 10/24, 9 PM, Rogue Wave (see the List), Port O’Brien. 773-489-3160 or 312-559-1212.

Duffy’s 420 W. Diversey F: Wednesdays, 10 PM, Spazmatics. 773-549-9090.

Duke’s Bar 6920 N. Glenwood F: Music at 9 PM. Thursdays, Pat Hall. Sat 10/20, Mudflapps. 773-764-2826.

Elbo Room 2871 N. Lincoln: Music at 8:30 PM. Thu 10/18, Marking Twain, Sonica, Independent Idols, Kickbacks. Fri 10/19, Let Down, Supra Genius, Velvet Cadillacs, Stray Toasters, Alexander Webb. Sat 10/20, Escape From Earth, Under Dover, Carrie Lydon. Sun 10/21, Pop Suicide, Last Seconds, the Selfless. 773-549-5549.

Empty Bottle 1035 N. Western: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Adam Franklin, Airiel, Apteka. Fri 10/19, 10 PM, Raveonettes (see the List), Nicole Atkins & the Sea, Gliss. Sat 10/20, 10 PM, Stars of Track & Field, Scout Niblett c Eskimo Joe. Mon 10/22, 9 PM, Lair of the Minotaur, Wolves in the Throne Room (see the List), Indian F. Tue 10/23, 9 PM, Rock & Roll, Warm Ones, Vee Dee. Wed 10/24, 9:30 PM, Bela Emerson, Eric Leonardson. 773-276-3600 or 866-468-3401.

Ennui Cafe 6981 N. Sheridan F: Sat 10/20, 7 PM, Richard Fammeree, Carrie Ingrisano, and Gary Brown A. 773-973-2233.

Exit 1315 W. North: DJs spin at 9 PM. Thursdays, DJ Mike, DJ Kevin Massacre, Miss Maya Sinstress spin rockabilly and punk. Saturdays, DJ Jeff Moyer spins metal. Sun 10/21, Type O Negative, Lord. Mondays, DJ Colin, DJ Joe P. spin punk. Wednesdays, DJ Shelly Sixx, Frenchie Rose, Lauren DeVille, Mandy Michaels, DJ Ace Stanley. 773-395-2700.

FitzGerald’s 6615 Roosevelt, Berwyn: Fri 10/19, 9:30 PM, Paul Thorn, Monty Russell. Sun 10/21, 2 PM, Chicago Singer Spotlight Jr. A. Tue 10/23, 8:30 PM, Dave Polk. 708-788-2118 or 312-559-1212.

Gallery Cabaret 2020 N. Oakley F: Fri 10/19, 9 PM, Eldorado Lounge. Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Red Wigglers, Right Tidies. Mon 10/22, 7 PM, Blue Lorraine; 9 PM, Ray Cole Trio. Tuesdays, 9 PM, Fish & the Bluefins, Greg & the Goldfish. Wed 10/24, 9 PM, Nancy Connelly & Garrett Lane host a singer-songwriter showcase. 773-489-5471.

Gentry on State 440 N. State: Thursdays, 8:30 PM, Fridays, 5:30 PM, and Saturdays, 9:30 PM, Kathryn Payne. Fridays and Wednesdays, 9 PM, Luis Vega. 312-836-0933.

Goose Island Brewery 3535 N. Clark: Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Tender Trio. 773-549-9624.

Gorilla Tango Theatre 1919 N. Milwaukee: Thursdays, 9:30 PM, Justin Loves Coffee (cabaret). 773-598-4549.

Hanson Brothers Tavern 1945 Willow, Northbrook F: Thu 10/18, 8 PM, Peter With Rice. Fri 10/19, 9 PM, Harry Peter Project. Sat 10/20, 6:30 PM, Sonny; 9:30 PM, Toast. 847-302-1111.

Heartland Cafe 7000 N. Glenwood: Fri 10/19, 9 PM, Andy Tanas A. 773-465-8005.

Hidden Cove Lounge 5338 N. Lincoln: Music at 6 PM. Thu 10/18, Bare Bone Trio. Fri 10/19, Self-Righteous Brothers. Sat 10/20, Dime a Dozen. 773-275-6711.

Hideout 1354 W. Wabansia: Thu 10/18, 10 PM, Benjy Ferree, Horse’s Ha. Fri 10/19, 10 PM, Jennifer O’Conner; Darren Jessee; Clint, Michigan; Amy Bezunartea. Sat 10/20, 8 PM, David Singer, Box of Baby Birds. Mon 10/22, 9 PM, Bobby Conn, DJ Logan Bay F. 773-227-4433 or 866-468-3401.

Horseshoe 4115 N. Lincoln F: Music at 9 PM. Fri 10/19, Folk You, Rhythm Rockets. Sat 10/20, Scott Lucas. 773-549-9292.

House of Blues 329 N. Dearborn: Fri 10/19 and Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Al Green, Leroy Bell & His Only Friends (21+). Sun 10/21, 5:30 PM, Chiodos, the Devil Wears Prada, Scary Kids Scaring Kids, Emery (sold out) A. Mon 10/22, 6:15 PM, Misfits, Rock & Roll, Drop A. Tue 10/23, 5:30 PM, Trapt, Fuel, Endeaverafter, Framing Hanley A. Wed 10/24, 6:15 PM, Saosin, Norma Jean, Alexisonfire, Envy on the Coast A. 312-923-2000 or 312-559-1212.

Intuit 756 N. Milwaukee: Sat 10/20, 6:30 PM, Vivian Girls perform at a benefit for Intuit. 312-243-9088.

Joe’s 940 W. Weed: Thu 10/18, 10 PM, GB Leighton. Fri 10/19, 10 PM, Rock Candy F. Sat 10/20, 10 PM, Dot Dot Dot. 312-337-3486 or 312-559-1212.

Kinetic Playground 1113 W. Lawrence: Music at 10 PM. Thu 10/18 and Fri 10/19, Green Lemon. Sat 10/20, Boyfriends, El Duo. 773-769-5483.

Martyrs’ 3855 N. Lincoln: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Catsplash, History Invades, Disappear House. Fri 10/19, 10 PM, Project/Object featuring Napoleon Murphy Brock, Uz Jsme Doma perform the music of Frank Zappa. Sat 10/20, 7 PM, Storyhill; 10 PM, Project/Object featuring Napoleon Murphy Brock perform the music of Frank Zappa. Mon 10/22, 8 PM, Tin Lynott (Thin Lizzy tribute), Devin Sheppard, Jimmy Stamper F. Tue 10/23, 8 PM, Ana Egge, JT Nero. Wed 10/24, 8 PM, Zap Mama (see the List). 773-404-9494 or 800-594-8499.

McGee’s 950 W. Webster F: Wednesdays, 8 PM, Barstool Soldiers. 773-549-8200.

Mercury Cafe 1505 W. Chicago: Mon 10/22, 6 PM, Can Kickers, Al Schorsch, Annie (This Is My Fist), Sparrow Family A. 312-455-9924.

Metro 3730 N. Clark: Thu 10/18, 8 PM, and Fri 10/19, 9 PM, New Pornographers, Emma Pollock, Benjy Ferree (sold out). Sat 10/20, 9 PM, UNKLE, Dosh, Chris Widman, Luke Stokes (18+). Sun 10/21, 6:30 PM, Strung Out, Evergreen Terrace, I Am Ghost A. 773-549-0203 or 312-559-1212.

Moonshine 1824 W. Division F: DJs spin after 8 PM. Mondays, DJ Scott spins rock. 773-862-8686.

Motel Bar 600 W. Chicago F: Music at 10 PM. Thursdays, Insatiable Mr. B, DJ Mike Turner alternate. Fridays, DJ Scott Lucas spins rock. Saturdays, DJ Brock spins rock. 312-822-2900.

Mutiny 2428 N. Western F: Music after 10 PM. Thu 10/18, Survival of the Ego, On We. Fri 10/19, Hallow, Sleeping Under 47, Breckenridge, Mostly About Nothing. Sat 10/20, Arctic Sleep, Textbook Committee, Satan 165. Wed 10/24, Random X, Oevre. 773-486-7774.

Neo 2350 N. Clark: DJs spin at 10 PM. Mondays, DJ Eleven spins glam and metal F. 773-528-2622.

The Note 1565 N. Milwaukee: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Carol Bui c Champion Kickboxer. Fri 10/19, 9 PM, Gabba Gabba Hey (Ramones tribute), Iron Horse (Motorhead tribute). Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Gravetones, Massacres, Audio Violence. Sun 10/21, 9 PM, Yea Big Kid & Kid Static (21+). Mon 10/22, 9 PM, Nebula, Bonk, Les Breastfeeders, Bible of the Devil (21+). Tue 10/23, 9 PM, Anita, Dynamite Blue (21+). 773-489-0011 or 866-468-3401.

Pearl Room 19081 Old LaGrange, Mokena: Fri 10/19, 7 PM, Dark Funeral, Naglfar, Daath A. 708-479-5356 or 312-559-1212.

Phyllis’ Musical Inn 1800 W. Division: Music at 9 PM. Thu 10/18, Plain Ole Delicious. Sat 10/20, Autrys. 773-486-9862.

Pick a Cup Coffee Club 1813 Dempster, Evanston: Fri 10/19, 7 PM, Travis Atkinson A. Sat 10/20, 1 PM, Electric Medicine, Two for the Road, Lin Boyle & Dennis Huston, Hungry Fathers Band, Jay Einhorn & Jordi Keller, Lord & Schwartz, Harmonica I & II, Emric & Michi A. Sun 10/21, 3 PM, Carey Farrell A. 847-223-2834.

Quenchers Saloon 2401 N. Western F: Music after 9 PM. Thu 10/18, Ritt Deitz, New Messengers. Fri 10/19, Chocolate Covered Karma. Sat 10/20, Number One Sons, Great Crusades, Kennedy. Tue 10/23, Faraway Tree. Wed 10/24, TAFKAV & Lauren, Aunt Dracula, Black Oil Brothers. 773-276-9730.

Red Line Tap 7006 N. Glenwood: Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Leigh Evin McCullough & the Low Down, Hot Heels Records. Sundays, 6 PM, Poverty Tax F. Sun 10/21, 9 PM, Short Punks in Love, Sam Saunders, Allison Fishman. Mondays, 10 PM, Luna Blues Machine F. 773-274-5463.

Reggie’s Music Joint 2105 S. State F: Music at 9 PM. Fri 10/19, Blueblood, Jesus and the Devil, United States of America, Twin Wrecks the Memory. Sat 10/20, Blue Rage, TNT (AC/DC tribute). Sun 10/21, 5 PM, Chicago Green. Tue 10/23, Dan Larson, HG & Friends. 312-949-0120.

Reggie’s Rock Club 2105 S. State: Thu 10/18, 5 PM, Dance Club Massacre, Harlots A; 9 PM, Mad Happy (see the List), Lord of the Yum-Yum, Fox Paws, Moon Patrol, We Will Eat Rats to Survive (18+). Fri 10/19, 6 PM, Lifeline, Blackbox A; 10 PM, Big Whiskey (18+). Sat 10/20, 7 PM, Avengers c Pansy Division c Hotlips Messiah A. Sun 10/21, 5 PM, Yourself and the Air, Cries Tiger, Robot Love Story, Anchors, Balloons A. Mon 10/22, 5 PM, One Night Band, Waste Basket, Casual Friday A. Tue 10/23, 5 PM, A Wilhelm Scream, Only Crime, Swellers, Counterpunch A. Wed 10/24, 8 PM, the Start, Terranauts (18+). 312-949-0120 or 866-468-3401.

Ronny’s 2101 N. California: Music at 9 PM. Thu 10/18, Ron Franklin & November Six Street. Fri 10/19, Shotgun for Royalty, Paper People, Six Gallery, Science Logic. Sat 10/20, Child Abuse, Oakeater (see the List), Upsilon Acrux. Wed 10/24, Twin, Mayor Daley, U.S. Girls. myspace.com/ronnysbar.

Schubas 3159 N. Southport: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Mother Hips, Probably Vampires, Pink Nasty (18+). Fri 10/19, 7 PM, Nada Surf, Little Ones (sold out) A; 10:30 PM, Mother Hips, Pink Nasty. Sat 10/20, 10:30 PM, Nada Surf, Sea Wolf (sold out). Sun 10/21, 9 PM, Company of Thieves, Love Like Fire, Tenniscourts (18+). Mon 10/22, 8 PM, Down the Line, Katie Todd, Dave Tamkin (18+). Tue 10/23, 7 PM, Eliot Morris, Jeremy Lister, Joshua James, Rebecca F. A. Wed 10/24, 9 PM, Figurines, Dappled Cities c Dead Trees (18+). 773-525-2508.

Silvie’s Lounge 1902 W. Irving Park: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Band Marino, Brooks Chambers, New Canyons, Kyle Mann Combo. Wed 10/24, 8 PM, Tony Lucca, Keaton Simons, Curtis Peoples. 773-871-6239.

South Union Arts 1352 S. Union: Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Good Stuff House, History at Our Disposal, Matnia, Sacred Round A. Wed 10/24, 8 PM, Mount Eerie, Privacy A. southunionarts.com.

Spot6 3343 N. Clark F: Music at 9 PM. Tuesdays, DJ Matt the Mo, Johnny Bubonic spin rock. 773-388-0185.

Subterranean 2011 W. North: Music upstairs: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Lovers in Arms, Minneapolis Henrys, Bin Laden Blowin’ Up, Shannon Versus Stranger, Blah Blah Blahs, DJ Offbeat (18+). Fri 10/19, 9:30 PM, Sunday Morning Chameleon, Gringo Star, Kaspar Hauser (18+). Sat 10/20, 9:30 PM, Telenovela, Submarine Races, Replica Republic (18+). Sun 10/21, 7 PM, Cobalt A. Wed 10/24, 9:30 PM, New Young Pony Club, Walter Meego, Jordan Z, Matt Roan (18+). 773-278-6600 or 866-468-3401.

Tonic Room 2447 N. Halsted: Music at 9 PM. Wed 10/24, Run Side Down, Information Superhighway, Zing! 773-248-8400.

Uncommon Ground Cafe 3800 N. Clark F: Thu 10/18, 8 PM, Andy Mac, Adrian Rhen A. Fri 10/19, 10 PM, Steve Poltz, John Statz A. Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Ken Oak, Brazz Tree A. Sun 10/21, 7 PM, Taylor Davis, Dave Sills A. Tue 10/23, 8 PM, Twilight Hotel, Gordon Wright A. Wed 10/24, 8 PM, Starina, Ellis Clark A. 773-929-3680.

Underground Wonder Bar 10 E. Walton: Fridays and Saturdays, 11 PM, Lonie Walker & Big Bad Ass Company Band. Sundays, 8 PM, Bifunkal; 10 PM, Insane Plantains. Mondays, 8 PM, John Jones; 10 PM, Jen Porter. Tuesdays, 8:30 PM, Lonie Walker. Wednesdays, 8 PM, Damian Williams; 11 PM, Lonie Walker & Big Bad Ass Company Band with Jordan Taggart. 312-266-7761.

Winds Cafe 2657 N. Kedzie F: Sun 10/21, 6 PM, Amoreys host a jam session. 773-489-7478.

Hip-Hop

Concerts

Abzurd Obelievelon, Krts Fri 10/19, 9 PM, Elastic, 2830 N. Milwaukee (2nd floor). 773-772-3616. A

Idris Goodwin, Ugochi perform at the panel Festival of Democracy: Unleashing Radical Imagination; reservation required. Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Experimental Station, 6100 S. Blackstone. 312-422-5580. F A

Hip-Hop

Clubs

Bill’s Blues 1029 Davis, Evanston: Thu 10/18, 10 PM, Gutterbyrds, Babble, Grand Larson, C.B.S., CME, Soulchild. 847-424-9800.

Empty Bottle 1035 N. Western: Sun 10/21, 9 PM, A-Trak & DJ Mehdi, Kid Sister, Kavinsky, Cool Kids, Nick Catchdubs (see the List). 773-276-3600 or 866-468-3401.

Metro 3730 N. Clark: Mon 10/22, 6:30 PM, Atmosphere, Mac Lethal, Grayskul (see the List), Luckyiam A. Tue 10/23, 10 PM, Brand Nubian, Connie Price & the Keystones, DJ Hier; RSVP to scion.com/livemetro F. 773-549-0203 or 312-559-1212.

Mix 2843 N. Halsted F: Music after 9 PM. Thu 10/18, Sadat X, Diatribe, Dynamic Vibrations, Elevation, DJ Coolzey. Sun 10/21, Serengeti, Tony Trimm, Broke N Domer, Phys Edison. Tuesdays, DJ Bliss, DJ Scandls, DJ $tin-G. 773-528-7569.

Studio 63 63rd & Harlem: Thursdays, 9 PM, DJ Frausto, DJ Ora. 708-594-7788.

Tonic Room 2447 N. Halsted: Music at 9 PM. Fridays, DJ Therm 1 spins hip-hop, funk, and soul. Saturdays, DJ Izzo spins hip-hop. 773-248-8400.

Dance

Berlin 954 W. Belmont: DJs spin at 11 PM. Tuesdays, DJ Chester. 773-348-4975.

Betty’s Blue Star Lounge 1600 W. Grand: DJs spin at 10:30 PM. Fri 10/19, DJ Corso, DJ 33 1/3. Sat 10/20, DJ Andy Pascale, Vince Adams. Sundays, DJ Sean Smith spins house. Mondays, DJ Benn Jordan. Tuesdays, Papa G spins reggae. 312-243-1699.

Bill’s Blues 1029 Davis, Evanston: Mondays, 7 PM, DJ Vick spins internatinal grooves. Wednesdays, 10 PM, John Nance & Dusty Steppin’. 847-424-9800.

Buzz Club 308 W. Erie: Thursdays, 10 PM, DJ Scream, Omar Perez, DJ Cisco, Ricky “Agujita” Perez, Eddie V, Andy Lopez. Saturdays, 10 PM, DJ Inphinity, Danny Boy, MJB, DJ Night, Chris B, Erik K. 312-475-9800.

Club 720 720 N. Wells: Fridays, 9 PM, Kurious George, DJ Beto Rox, DJ Spin Doctor, Dynamico, DJ Control, Andy Lopez, Ricky “Agujita” Perez, Omar Perez, DJ Scream, DJ Elite, Eddie 2 Raw. Saturdays, 9 PM, DJ Beto Rox, DJ Andy Lopez, DJ Spin Doctor, DJ Kurious George, DJ Elite, DJ Rick Garcia, Ricky “Agujita” Perez, Dynamico. 312-397-0600.

Coco’s Restaurant 2723 W. Division F: Mondays, 7 PM, DJ Luis Rivera. 773-384-4811.

Coobah 3423 N. Southport F: DJs spin at 10 PM. Saturdays, DJ Sidewards. 773-528-2220.

Crobar 1543 N. Kingsbury: DJs spin at 10 PM. Fri 10/19, Travis Barker, DJ AM. Sat 10/20, Starkillers, Mixin’ Marc, Nathan Scott. 312-266-1900.

Cuatro Restaurant 2030 S. Wabash F: Saturdays, 10:30 PM, DJ FLX with guest DJs. 312-842-8856.

Darkroom 2210 W. Chicago: Sat 10/20, 9 PM, DJ Lego. Sun 10/21, 9 PM, Garo, Lokua, Shannon Fortune. Tuesdays, 9 PM, DJ Redlox, General Pacman spin reggae. Wed 10/24, 11:45 PM, DJ Bald Eagle, Mister Wolf F. 773-276-1411.

Debonair Social Club 1575 N. Milwaukee F: DJs spin at 9 PM. Thursdays, Trancid, Mark Gertz, Greg Corner. Fri 10/19, Glass Candy, Heather Doble, Ryan Paradise. Saturdays, 10 PM, Andrew Vonn, Jordan Z. Tuesdays, Sean Mulroney, Red Hair Matt, Andrew Vonn. 773-227-7990.

Deja Vu 2624 N. Lincoln: DJs spin at 9 PM. Thursdays and Saturdays, DJ Structure. Fridays, DJ John Romano, Johnny Price. Wednesdays, DJ D-Sturb’d. 773-871-0205.

Empty Bottle 1035 N. Western: Sun 10/21, 9 PM, A-Trak & DJ Mehdi, Kid Sister, Kavinsky, Cool Kids, Nick Catchdubs (see the List). 773-276-3600 or 866-468-3401.

Enclave 213 W. Institute: Saturdays, 11 PM, DJ Wizz Kid. 312-654-0234.

Excalibur 632 N. Dearborn: Thursdays, 7 PM, DJ El Papichulo, Luis Rivera, DJ Alex Perez, DJ Steven. Fridays, 7 PM, Bad Boys of Live Late Night. Saturdays, 7 PM, PureVision, Bad Boys of Live Late Night. Mondays, 10 PM, guest DJs. 312-266-1944.

Fiesta Cantina 3407 N. Clark: Fri 10/19, 9 PM, Digitalvynil, Dan the Man F. Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Dan Morrell, Louie Loop, Dan the Man. 773-975-5980.

Five Star Bar & Grill 1424 W. Chicago F: DJs spin at 9 PM. Thursdays, Brad Owen. Tuesdays, Pete the Beats & guests. Wednesdays, DJ Pogo, DJ Arturo, James Vane. 312-850-2555.

Flatwater 321 N. Clark: Sat 10/20, 10 PM, DJ Sultan spins desi. 312-644-0283.

Funky Buddha Lounge 728 W. Grand: DJs spin at 9 PM. Thursdays, Lee Foss, Spencer Lokken. Fridays and Saturdays, DJ Mano, DJ 33 1/3, Mark Fullaflava, Rene, Blakish. Sundays, Mark Fullaflava spins soul. Mondays, Roy Davis Jr., Jeff Craven spin house, hip-hop, and soul. Wednesdays, 10 PM, DJ Ruki, DJ Fatal, DJ Ringo spin dancehall. 312-666-1695.

Green Dolphin Street 2200 N. Ashland: Saturdays, 11 PM, DJ 33 1/3, Eddie 2 Raw, Omar Perez, DJ Cuco. Mon 10/22, 10 PM, Ron Carroll, Diz, Michael Serafini, Just Joey, Uncle Milty. Tuesdays, 10 PM, Luis Rivera, Carlos Latalladi spin Latin. 773-395-0066.

Hideout 1354 W. Wabansia: Sat 10/20, 11 PM, Life During Wartime DJs, Diamonds. 773-227-4433 or 866-468-3401.

Hydrate 3458 N. Halsted: Sundays, 8 PM, DJ Jeannette F. Mondays, 10 PM, and Tuesdays, 10:30 PM, DJ Laura B. 773-975-9244.

La Pomme Rouge 108 W. Kinzie: Saturdays, 10:30 PM, Just Joey, Andre Harris. 312-245-9555.

Lava 1270 N. Milwaukee: DJs spin at 10 PM. Tue 10/23, Mazi, Nate Manic F. 773-342-5282.

Leg Room 7 W. Division: DJs spin at 10 PM. Fridays, Frankie Rodriguez. Saturdays, Johnny Price. Sundays, Johnny Price, DJ Mach 1. Mondays and Tuesdays, DJ Slim Maybe. Wednesdays, DJ Structure. 312-337-2583.

Liar’s Club 1665 W. Fullerton: DJs spin at 9 PM. Thursdays, Bomb Squad DJs F. Tuesdays, DJ Kosherbest. 773-665-1110.

Lion Head Pub & the Apartment 2251 N. Lincoln F: DJs spin at 10 PM. Thursdays through Saturdays, DJ Hitman. Fridays, DJ Mach One. 773-348-5100.

The Loft 15 W. Division: DJs spin at 10 PM. Thursdays, DJ Droopy. Fridays and Saturdays, DJ D-Sturb’d. 312-337-4349.

Martini Ranch 311 W. Chicago: Wednesdays, 10 PM, DJ Tom Groove F. 312-335-9500.

Maxbar 2247 N. Lincoln: DJs spin at 9 PM. Fridays, DJ Ryan. 773-549-5884.

Metro 3730 N. Clark: Sat 10/20, 9 PM, UNKLE, Dosh, Chris Widman, Luke Stokes (18+). 773-549-0203 or 312-559-1212.

Mix 2843 N. Halsted F: Music after 9 PM. Sat 10/20, DJ Mother Hubbard, Mister Wolf. Tuesdays, DJ Bliss, DJ Scandls, DJ $tin-G. 773-528-7569.

Moonshine 1824 W. Division F: DJs spin after 8 PM. Saturdays, DJ Goz N Tyt, Duke Shin spin house, electro, and new wave. Mondays, DJ Scott spins rock. 773-862-8686.

Morseland 1218 W. Morse: Thursdays, 10 PM, DJ Serpico, DJ GT, DJ Kana Me F. Mondays, 10 PM, DJ Shani. Tuesdays, 10 PM, DJ White Russian spins downtempo F. Wednesdays, 10 PM, DJ David Pardo spins Latin. 773-764-8900.

Neo 2350 N. Clark: DJs spin at 10 PM. Thursdays, Dave Roberts spins new wave. Fridays, DJ RazerX spins electro. Saturdays, DJ Ryan Bedlam spins industrial. Tuesdays, DJ Kamar, DJ QBot spin industrial and new wave F. Wednesdays, Jeff Moyer F. 773-528-2622.

Ontourage 157 W. Ontario: DJs spin at 9 PM. Saturdays, Dan Morrell, DJ Hurricane, Nicky Beatz, DJ KJ, Rich Too Much Funk. 312-573-1470.

Phyllis’ Musical Inn 1800 W. Division: Music at 9 PM. Sun 10/21, DJ Tony Correale. 773-486-9862.

Rednofive 440 N. Halsted: DJs spin at 10 PM. Fridays, Kevin Taek. Sundays, DJ Pharris, DJ B Man. 312-733-6699.

Reggie’s Rock Club 2105 S. State: Sundays, 8 PM, DJ Woodsy the Owl. 312-949-0120 or 866-468-3401.

Relax Lounge 1450 W. Chicago: Sundays, 10 PM, DJ Phil Freeart. Tuesdays, 10 PM, DJ Uncle Reno. 312-666-6006.

Republic Night Club 1520 N. Fremont: Wed 10/24, 9 PM, Sweet Japonic, Jack Straw, Kinetix. 312-787-1130.

Sangria 901 W. Weed: Saturdays, 10 PM, DJ Control, DJ Cisco, DJ Scream, Ricky “Agujita” Perez, Omar Perez. 312-266-1200.

Schubas 3159 N. Southport: Thu 10/18, 10 PM, East of Edens Soul Express DJs spin upstairs. 773-525-2508.

Smart Bar 3730 N. Clark: DJs spin after 10 PM. Thu 10/18, Mike Bulington F. Fri 10/19, Digitalism, Trancid & Mark Gertz. Sat 10/20, 10 PM, Colette, Miles Maeda, Tyrel Williams. Sun 10/21, 10 PM, Gabriel Palomo, DJ Staxx, James Lauer (21+) F. Mon 10/22, 10 PM, Deejaybird, DJ Spontaneous F. Wednesdays, DJ Gilly Smash F. 773-549-4140 or 312-559-1212.

Sonotheque 1444 W. Chicago: DJs spin after 9 PM. Thu 10/18, Mikael Stavostrand, Kate Simko, Sassmouth. Fri 10/19, DJ Jimmy Singh, DJ Xception spin Bhangra. Sat 10/20, Ron Trent, Jody Watley, Francois K, Miles Cleret, Rich Medina spin at “Africa Hi-Fi.” Sundays, DJ Slacky J spins reggae. Wed 10/24, 9 PM, Supreme Court, DJ Joe Bryl, Aguzate DJs. 312-226-7600.

Sound-Bar 226 W. Ontario: DJs spin after 9 PM. Wednesdays, Tony Arzadon, Danny Boy, Marcin Faze, DJ Crash, Gus Karas. 312-787-4480.

Spin 800 W. Belmont: DJs spin after 10 PM. Thursdays, VJ Riley York F. Fridays, Chris Eterno, VJ Terp F. Saturdays, DJ SP1, DJ Stoney with guest DJs. Sundays, VJ Riley York, VJ Bryan. Mondays, VJ Terp F. Tuesdays, VJ Tech-Nick. Wednesdays, Chris Eterno, VJ Bryan, VJ Riley York. 773-327-7711.

Spy Bar 646 N. Franklin: DJs spin at 10 PM. Thursdays, Victor R., Nathan Scott. Fri 10/19, Adam Beyer. Wed 10/24, Diz, DJ Lady D, Brian Gardner, Monna, Frank Solano. 312-587-8779.

Stone Lotus Lounge 873 N. Orleans: Thu 10/18, 8 PM, DJ Aladdin. 312-440-9680.

Studio 63 63rd & Harlem: Thursdays, 9 PM, DJ Frausto, DJ Ora. 708-594-7788.

Subterranean 2011 W. North: Music in the lounge after 9 PM. Fridays, Popstatic, Konsept F. Saturdays, DJ Zebo with guest DJs F. Sundays, Julian Pena, Dysqo, Blue J. 773-278-6600.

Las Tablas 4920 W. Irving Park: Saturdays, 9 PM, DJ Nurotic spins Latin and hip-hop. 773-202-0999.

Tabu 738 N. Clark: DJs spin at 10 PM. Fridays, DJ Ruki, DJ Spre, Monna, DJ Jimmy Singh; RSVP to going.com/chicagosocialsuite. Saturdays, DJ Skor, DJ Twentys, DJ Trilogy. 312-787-9900.

Tini Martini Ultra Lounge 2169 N. Milwaukee: Saturdays, 9 PM, Tik Tak, JC Soto, DJ Squeeze, DJ FM. 312-269-2900.

Tonic Room 2447 N. Halsted: Music at 9 PM. Fridays, DJ Therm 1 spins hip-hop, funk, and soul. 773-248-8400.

Tsuki Lounge 1443 W. Fullerton: Saturdays, 9 PM, DJ Dean James, DJ Danny F. 773-883-8722.

Vain 2354 N. Clybourn: DJs spin at 9 PM. Thursdays, DJ Leonard Part Sixx, Brian Gardner, Kenny Carvajal. Mon 10/22, DJ Khaaliq, DJ I.N.C., DJ Averi Minor. 773-435-0130.

Vision 632 N. Dearborn: DJs spin at 10 PM. Fri 10/19, Carl Cox. Sat 10/20, Radio Slave. 312-266-1944.

Wet 209 W. Lake: DJs spin after 10 PM. Fridays, DJ Magix, DJ Nicky Beatz, DJ Nicholas James plus guest DJs. 312-223-9232.

XOXO Lounge 4114 N. Kedzie: Thursdays, 9 PM, DJ Alycia Marie, DJ Cricket spin hip-hop, house, and reggaeton F. Saturdays, 9 PM, DJ Cricket, Stix, DJ Trilogy F. 312-215-5151.

Zentra 923 W. Weed: Fri 10/19, 9 PM, DJ Spinna, Jesse de la Pena, Eric Sativa, Chris Santiago, Dysqo, E&G. Saturdays, 9 PM, DJ Darwin, DJ Dano, DJ Focus, DJ Green Eyes, Manny G, Boy Wonder. 312-787-0400.

Folk & Country

Concerts

Mose Allison, Amy Allison Fri 10/19, 7 and 10 PM, Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln. 773-728-6000 or 866-468-3401. A

Mary Black Sun 10/21, 7 PM, James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts, College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington, Grayslake. 847-543-2300.

Greg Brown Sat 10/20, 7 and 10 PM, Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln. 773-728-6000 or 866-468-3401. A

Arlo Guthrie Fri 10/19, 8 PM, the Hemmens, 150 Dexter, Elgin. 847-931-5900. A

Hacienda Brothers, Elana James Sun 10/21, 7 PM, Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln. 773-728-6000 or 866-468-3401. A

Paddy Homan, John Williams Thu 10/18, 8 PM, Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox. 773-282-7035. A

Johnny Hobo & the Freight Trains, Jerk Off Jag Off Frig Face Mon 10/22, 7 PM, Quimby’s, 1854 W. North. 773-342-0910. F A

Jutta & the Hi-Dukes Fri 10/19, 7:30 PM, DANK Haus, 4740 N. Western. 773-561-9181. F

Dan Paisley & Southern Grass, James King Band See the List on James King. Fri 10/19, 8 PM, American Legion Hall, 1030 Central, Evanston. 847-573-0443. A

Roy Book Binder Sat 10/20, 7:30 PM, Lake Street Church, 607 Lake, Evanston. 847-475-6165. A

Chris Smither Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th. 773-445-3838. A

Folk & Country

Clubs

Buddy Guy’s Legends 754 S. Wabash: Wednesdays, noon, Urban Djin F. 312-427-0333.

California Clipper 1002 N. California F: Music at 10 PM. Sat 10/20, Dan Whitaker & the Shinebenders. 773-384-2547.

Celtic Knot 626 Church, Evanston F: Sat 10/20, 10 PM, Bluegrass Advocates. Mondays, 8 PM, Mudflapps. Wed 10/24, 9 PM, Danny Burns & the Defectors. 847-864-1697.

Charleston 2076 N. Hoyne F: Music at 10 PM. Fri 10/19, Tangleweed. 773-489-4757.

Cyberia 701 N. Wells F: Fridays, 8:30 PM, Country Mouse A. 312-643-2676.

Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret 1383 N. Milwaukee: Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Sons of the Never Wrong. 773-278-1830.

Duke’s Bar 6920 N. Glenwood F: Music at 9 PM. Fri 10/19, honky-tonk jam featuring Trevor McSpaddin. Sat 10/20, Mudflapps. 773-764-2826.

Empty Bottle 1035 N. Western: Fridays, 5:30 PM, Hoyle Brothers F. 773-276-3600 or 866-468-3401.

Fifth Province Pub Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox F: Music after 9 PM. Fri 10/19, Matt Stedman Band. Sat 10/20, Dooley Brothers. 773-282-7035.

FitzGerald’s 6615 Roosevelt, Berwyn: Thu 10/18, 8 PM, Henhouse Prowlers. Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Big Smith (at the SideBar). 708-788-2118 or 312-559-1212.

Heartland Cafe 7000 N. Glenwood: Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Stellanovas. Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Teflons A. 773-465-8005.

Hideout 1354 W. Wabansia: Fri 10/19, 6 PM, Tangleweed, Erie Street Jazz. Tuesdays, 9:30 PM, Devil in a Woodpile F. 773-227-4433 or 866-468-3401.

House of Blues 329 N. Dearborn: Thu 10/18, 8:30 PM, Blackmore’s Night (18+). 312-923-2000 or 312-559-1212.

Joe’s 940 W. Weed: Thu 10/18, 7:30 PM, Sara Evans. 312-337-3486 or 312-559-1212.

Molly Malone’s 7652 W. Madison, Forest Park F: Fri 10/19, 9 PM, Avitas. 708-366-8073.

Morseland 1218 W. Morse: Tuesdays, 8 PM, Nicholas Barron F. 773-764-8900.

Pick a Cup Coffee Club 1813 Dempster, Evanston: Sat 10/20, 1 PM, Electric Medicine, Two for the Road, Lin Boyle & Dennis Huston, Hungry Fathers Band, Jay

Einhorn & Jordi Keller, Lord & Schwartz, Harmonica I & II, Emric & Michi A. 847-223-2834.

Red Line Tap 7006 N. Glenwood: Fri 10/19, 9 PM, Malcolm Holcombe, Charlie Pierce. Tuesdays, 10 PM, Sexfist F. 773-274-5463.

Tonic Room 2447 N. Halsted: Music at 9 PM. Thursdays, Hack ‘n’ Wheeze. 773-248-8400.

Two Way Street Coffee House 1047 Curtiss, Downers Grove: Music at 8:15 PM. Fri 10/19, Pat Wictor. Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Old Time Dance Party (Marianne Mohrhusen, caller). 630-969-9720.

Blues, Gospel, R&B

Concerts

Shemekia Copeland Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Union Station, 210 S. Canal. y-me.org. A

Roy Book Binder Sat 10/20, 7:30 PM, Lake Street Church, 607 Lake, Evanston. 847-475-6165. A

Chris Smither Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th. 773-445-3838. A

Blues, Gospel, R&B

Clubs

Bill’s Blues 1029 Davis, Evanston: Sat 10/20, 8:30 PM, Ron Prince Blues Band. 847-424-9800.

Blue Chicago 536 N. Clark: Music at 9 PM. Thursdays and Sundays, Shirley Johnson. Fri 10/19 and Sat 10/20, Charlie Love. Tue 10/23, Linsey Alexander Blues Band with Nellie Travis. Wednesdays, J.W. Williams with Patricia Scott. 312-661-0100.

Blue Chicago 736 N. Clark: Music at 9 PM. Thu 10/18, Grana’ Louise. Fri 10/19 and Sat 10/20, Shirley Johnson. Mondays, Big Time Sarah. Tuesdays, John Primer with Big Time Sarah. 312-642-6261.

B.L.U.E.S. 2519 N. Halsted: Music at 9:30 PM. Thu 10/18, Cadillac Dave & the Chicago Redhots. Fri 10/19, Nellie “Tiger” Travis. Sat 10/20, Carlos Johnson & the Serious Blues Band. Mon 10/22, Linsey Alexander. Tue 10/23, Rodney Brown & Hot Rod. Wed 10/24, Pistol Pete. 773-528-1012.

Buddy Guy’s Legends 754 S. Wabash: Thursdays, noon, Lurrie Bell. Thu 10/18, 9:30 PM, John Primer. Fri 10/19, 5:30 PM, Fruteland Jackson; 9 PM, Cash Box Kings; 10:30 PM, Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials. Sat 10/20, 6 PM, Diamond Jim Greene; 9:30 PM, Guy King; 11 PM, Magic Slim. Sun 10/21, 9:30 PM, Joanna Connor. Mondays, noon, Eddie Taylor Jr. F. Tuesdays, noon, Harmonica Hinds F. Tue 10/23, 9 PM, Dave Specter & Bluebirds. 312-427-0333.

Cafe Prague 6710 W. Belmont F: Sundays, 7 PM, Highway Rickey. 773-427-7587.

California Clipper 1002 N. California F: Music at 10 PM. Fri 10/19, Josh Kalmus. 773-384-2547.

Checkerboard Lounge 5201 S. Harper: Fri 10/19 and Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Voodoo Jones. 773-684-1472.

Gallery Cabaret 2020 N. Oakley F: Tuesdays, 9 PM, Fish & the Bluefins, Greg & the Goldfish. 773-489-5471.

Genesis Lounge 4838 W. 183rd, Country Club Hills: Wednesdays, 8 PM, Billy Branch & the Sons of Blues with Nellie Travis. 708-647-0509.

Harlem Avenue Lounge 3701 S. Harlem, Berwyn: Fri 10/19, 9:30 PM, Pat Smillie Band. Sat 10/20, 9:30 PM, Joanna Connor Band. Tue 10/23, 8:30 PM, Frank Bang F. 708-484-3610.

House of Blues 329 N. Dearborn: Fri 10/19 and Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Al Green, Leroy Bell & His Only Friends (21+). 312-923-2000 or 312-559-1212.

House of Blues Back Porch Stage 329 N. Dearborn: Thu 10/18, 10 PM, Joe Moss Band, Guy King. Fri 10/19, 10 PM, Big G & the Real Deal, Lefty Collins. Sat 10/20, 10 PM, Doug McDonald & the Blue Mirror Blues Band, Lefty Collins. Sun 10/21, 10 PM, Matthew Skoller Band. Mon 10/22, 10 PM, Joanna Connor. Tue 10/23, 10 PM, Special 20s, Keith Scott. Wed 10/24, 10 PM, Rob Stone & the C-Notes. 312-923-2000.

Kingston Mines 2548 N. Halsted: Music at 8 PM Thursdays through Saturdays, 9:30 PM Sundays through Wednesdays. Thursdays, Doug McDonald, Charlie Love & Silky Smooth. Fri 10/19 and Sat 10/20, Chris Beard, Linsey Alexander. Sundays, Linsey Alexander, Charlie Love & Silky Smooth. Mondays, John Primer, J.W. Williams & the Chi-Town Hustlers. Tuesdays, Joanna Connor Band, Joe Barr & His Band. Wednesdays, Jimmy Burns, Andre Taylor & the Alley Cats. 773-477-4646.

Nick’s 1516 N. Milwaukee F: Music at 9 PM Fridays, 10 PM Saturdays. Fri 10/19, Les Getrex & Creole Cookin’. Sat 10/20, Jimmy Burns Band. 773-252-1155.

Phyllis’ Musical Inn 1800 W. Division: Music at 9 PM. Fri 10/19, Down and Dirty Blues Band, Mos Scocious. 773-486-9862.

Redfish 400 N. State F: Thursdays, 9 PM, Pat Smillie Band. 312-467-1600.

Reggie’s Music Joint 2105 S. State F: Wednesdays, midnight, Gary Gand’s Pro Blues Jam. 312-949-0120.

Root Inn 234 W. Root: Sundays, 7 PM, Fred Johnson, Johnny Harper & the Checkmates. 773-268-1525.

Rosa’s Lounge 3420 W. Armitage: Music at 9:30 PM Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 PM Saturdays. Thu 10/18, Shannon Curfman. Fri 10/19 and Sat 10/20, Kinsey Report. Tuesdays, midnight, Pete Galanis. Wednesdays, Killer Ray Allison. 773-342-0452.

Shaw’s Crab House 21 E. Hubbard: Music at 7 PM. Thu 10/18, Bobby “Slim” James. Sun 10/21, Matt Stedman Band. Tue 10/23, Chicago Bound Blues Band. 312-527-2722.

Underground Wonder Bar 10 E. Walton: Thursdays, 8 PM, Moussa Toure. Saturdays, 8:30 PM, Pete Special. Tuesdays, 10:30 PM, Lorna Boston Band. 312-266-7761.

Jazz

Concerts

Jimmy Bennington’s Colour and Sound Sat 10/20, 11 PM, Strawdog Theatre Company, 3829 N. Broadway. 773-528-9696.

Jimmy Bennington’s Colour and Sound Mon 10/22, 7:30 PM, Myopic Books, 1564 N. Milwaukee. 773-862-4882. F A

Ramsey Lewis Trio plays a relocation benefit for the Jazz Showcase. Sun 10/21, 7 PM, Preston Bradley Hall, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington. 312-744-6630. A

Typhanie Monique Trio Thu 10/18, 6 PM, Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 N. Central Park. 312-746-5100. A

Typhanie Monique, Neal Alger Tue 10/23, 12:15 PM, Randolph Cafe, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington. 312-744-6630. F A

Nick Kabat Quartet Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Skokie Theatre, 7924 N. Lincoln, Skokie. 847-677-7761.

Jason Roebke & Brian Labycz, Fred Lonberg-Holm, Michael Colligan, and Aaron Zarzutzki See the List on Jason Roebke & Brian Labycz. Sat 10/20, 10 PM, Heaven Gallery, 1550 N. Milwaukee (2nd floor). 773-342-4597. A

Adam Unsworth Ensemble Tue 10/23, 7:30 PM, Regenstein Recital Hall, Northwestern University, 60 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston. 847-467-4000 or 847-491-5441. A

Jazz

Clubs

Andy’s 11 E. Hubbard: Thursdays, 5 PM, Bob Dogan/Ryan Shultz Quartet. Thu 10/18, 9 PM, Bobby Selvagio Quartet. Fridays, noon, Kim Cusack, Eric Schneider Quartet alternate. Fri 10/19, 5 PM, Dave Specter; 9 PM, Snatch Inc. Band. Saturdays, 6 PM, Jordan Baskin Trio. Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Jim Snidero Quartet. Sun 10/21, 10 AM, Anne Burnell Quintet with Bobby Ojeda. Sundays, 5 PM, Alison Ruble Quartet. Mondays, 5 PM, Russ Phillips Quartet; 9 PM, Jeff Parker Organ Quartet. Tuesdays, 5 PM, Mark Moultrup Trio; 9 PM, Frank Catalano. Wednesdays, 5 PM, Jim Ryan Quartet; 9 PM, Mike Smith Quintet. 312-642-6805.

Backroom 1007 N. Rush: Music after 9 PM. Thu 10/18 through Sat 10/20, Bobby Lewis. Sun 10/21 through Wed 10/24, System 7. 312-751-2433.

Bill’s Blues 1029 Davis, Evanston: Thu 10/18, 7 PM, Sid Samburg. Wednesdays, 7 PM, Mike Finnerty & the Heat Merchants lead a pro jam. 847-424-9800.

Chambers 6881 N. Milwaukee, Niles: Thursdays, 8:30 PM, John Bany, Charles Braugham, and Don Stille. Sat 10/20, 9 PM, Roy & the Orbitz. Sundays, 5 PM, Judy Roberts & Greg Fishman. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 7 PM, Buddy Charles. 847-647-8282.

Charleston 2076 N. Hoyne F: Music at 10 PM. Sat 10/20, Superchiefs. Tuesdays, jazz jam. 773-489-4757.

Checkerboard Lounge 5201 S. Harper: Sun 10/21, 7:30 PM, Ernie Adams Jazztet. 773-684-1472.

Cornelia’s Bistro & Cabaret Lounge 750 W. Cornelia: Music at 8 PM. Thursdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays, Bobbi Harrison. Saturdays, Ben Hartman. Mondays, 8:30 PM, Judy Roberts & Paul Marinaro. 773-248-8333.

Cuatro Restaurant 2030 S. Wabash F: Thursdays, 7 PM, Evolution Trio. Tuesdays, 7 PM, Judy Roberts & Greg Fishman. Wednesdays, 7 PM, Two for Brazil. 312-842-8856.

East of the Ryan 914 E. 79th: Thu 10/18, 8 PM, Houston Person. 773-874-9244.

50 Yard Line 69 E. 75th: Music at 7:30 PM. Wed 10/24, Rick Parma. 773-846-0005.

FitzGerald’s 6615 Roosevelt, Berwyn: Sun 10/21, 6 PM, Bill O’Connell’s Chicago Skyliners Big Band. 708-788-2118 or 312-559-1212.

Green Dolphin Street 2200 N. Ashland: Tuesdays, 6:30 PM, Jose Valdes Trio F. Wednesdays, 9 PM, Bill Porter Orchestra. 773-395-0066.

Green Mill 4802 N. Broadway: Thursdays, 9 PM, Alan Gresik’s Swing Shift Orchestra. Fri 10/19, 5 PM, Chris Foreman F; 9 PM, Sean Jones Sextet. Fridays, 1:30 AM, Green Mill Quartet F. Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Rudresh Mahanthappa c. Saturdays, midnight, Sabertooth. Sundays, 11 PM, Kimberly Gordon Organ Trio. Mon 10/22, 9 PM, Yoko Noge’s Jazz Me Blues. Tuesdays, 9 PM, Deep Blue Organ Trio. Wed 10/24, 8 and 10 PM, Yellowjackets. Wednesdays, 2 AM, Frank Catalano Trio. 773-878-5552.

Hideout 1354 W. Wabansia: Fri 10/19, 6 PM, Tangleweed, Erie Street Jazz. Wed 10/24, 9:30 PM, Roebke/Ward Duo, Princess, Princess, Fred Lonberg-Holm. 773-227-4433 or 866-468-3401.

Hotti Biscotti 3545 W. Fullerton F: Tuesdays, 8:30 PM, Jim Baker, Steve Hunt, Brian Sandstrom, and Mars Williams. Tue 10/23, 11 PM, Jerome Bryerton, Paul Hartsaw, Clifton Hyde, and Joel Wanek. 773-292-6877.

Hungry Brain 2319 W. Belmont F: Sun 10/21, 10 PM, David Boykin’s Macrocosmic Sound Orchestra. 773-935-2118.

Katerina’s 1920 W. Irving Park: Mon 10/22, 8 PM, Nicole Kestler & Professor John. 773-348-7592.

Martini Bar, Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel 163 E. Walton: Tuesdays through Saturdays, 5 PM, Chad Willetts. 312-867-7575.

Meritage 2118 N. Damen F: Wednesdays, 7 PM, Sam Macy Duo. 773-235-6434.

Mr. Sid’s Tropical Den 7209 S. Exchange: Thursdays, 7:30 PM, George Freeman & Lenny Lynn. 773-978-2341.

Morseland 1218 W. Morse: Sundays, 8 PM, Jimmy Bennington’s Colour and Sound. 773-764-8900.

Pete Miller’s Seafood & Prime Steak 1557 Sherman, Evanston F: Music at 9 PM Fridays and Saturdays, 8:30 PM Mondays through Thursdays. Thursdays, the Skinny. Mondays, Geof Bradfield Quartet. Tuesdays, Ron Perrillo Trio. Wednesdays, Bobby Broom Trio. 847-328-0399.

Philander’s Oak Park 1120 Pleasant, Oak Park: Tuesdays, 7:30 PM, Marshall Vente & Scott Mason. 708-848-4250.

Phyllis’ Musical Inn 1800 W. Division: Music at 9 PM. Mondays, Jazz in Transition Quartet. Tuesdays, Good Behavior F. 773-486-9862.

Pops for Champagne 605 N. State: Music at 9 PM. Thursdays, midnight, Andrew Distel Trio. Fridays and Saturdays, Ryan Cohan Quartet. Fridays, 5:30 PM, George McRae F. Tuesdays, midnight, Dan Cray Trio. Wednesdays, 9 PM, Henry Johnson’s Organ Express. 312-266-7677.

Reggie’s Music Joint 2105 S. State F: Music at 9 PM. Mon 10/22, Aaron Koppel Organ Trio, DJ Chuck Wren. 312-949-0120.

Rodan 1530 N. Milwaukee: Tuesdays, 11 PM, Josh Abrams, Jeff Parker, and Frank Rosaly. 773-276-7036.

Tomboy 5402 N. Clark: Thu 10/18, 7 PM, Elaine Dame Duo, Andy Brown. 773-907-0636.

Tonic Room 2447 N. Halsted: Music at 9 PM. Tuesdays, Andreas Kapsalis Trio. 773-248-8400.

Underground Wonder Bar 10 E. Walton: Thursdays, 8 PM, Moussa Toure; 10:30 PM, Luiz Ewerling & A Cor do Brasil; 1:30 AM, Vince Willis. Mondays, 1 AM, Mark Madsen. Tuesdays, 10:30 PM, Lorna Boston Band. 312-266-7761.

Velvet Lounge 67 E. Cermak: Music at 9 PM Tuesdays through Saturdays. Thu 10/18, ESP Project. Fri 10/19 and Sat 10/20, Thurman Baker Trio. Sun 10/21, 6 PM, AACM Great Black Music Ensemble. Tue 10/23, Kuki Boatwright. Wed 10/24, Nicole Mitchell Trio. 312-791-9050.

Vintage Wine Bar 1942 W. Division F: Thursdays, 7:30 PM, JazzFood Ensemble. 773-772-3400.

Weather Mark Tavern 1503 S. Michigan F: Music at 8 PM. Thu 10/18, Peter Lerner. 312-588-0230.

Weed’s 1555 N. Dayton: Music at 9:30 PM. Thursdays, Jimijon Jazz Experience. 312-943-7815.

Winds Cafe 2657 N. Kedzie F: Fri 10/19, 7 PM, Rhythm Chefs. Tue 10/23, 7 PM, Nick Kabat & Ed Breazeale. 773-489-7478.

Experimental

Concerts

Jeff Abell piano. Sun 10/21, 2 PM, Columbia College Chicago, 1014 S. Michigan. 312-344-7270. F

International Contemporary Ensemble performs works by Nathan Davis, Guillermo Gregorio, Ryan Ingebritsen, and Christopher Preissing as part of a collaboration with the Chicago Composers Forum and the Zhou brothers. Sat 10/20, 6 PM, Zhou B. Center, 1029 W. 35th. 773-523-0200.

Aaron Krister Johnson, Christopher Bailey, Saori Chiba, Paul Dykstra, Jacob Barton perform works for piano by Joel Mandelbaum, Jon Lyle Smith, Aaron K. Johnson, Thomas Morley, Hans Straub, Dan Stearns, Robert Hasegawa, and Easley Blackwood as part of Midwest Microfest. Sat 10/20, 7 PM, Temple Sholom, 3480 N. Lake Shore Dr. 866-811-4111.

cKonk Pack Thu 10/18, 10 PM, Elastic, 2830 N. Milwaukee (2nd floor). 773-772-3616. A

Laurence Rosenthal piano (Gurdjieff, de Hartmann). Sat 10/20, 7 PM, Music Institute of Chicago, 1490 Chicago, Evanston. 847-866-6668.

Suffering Bastard, Two Dead Sluts One Good Fuck, Mark Solotroff Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Mr. City, e-mail mister.city@gmail.com for address. 773-354-4286. A

Mars Williams, Clifton Hyde, Jerome Bryerton, Jon Godston, Paul Hartsaw, Joel Wanek, Bill MacKay, Jayve Montgomery, Dan Godston and others perform as part of the Chicago Calling Arts Festival. Wed 10/24, 7:30 PM, Tech Auditorium, Technological Institute Building, Northwestern University, 2145 Sheridan, Evanston. 312-543-7027. A

Experimental

Clubs

South Union Arts 1352 S. Union: Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Tim Kaiser, Swift, Creme Dementia, Roth Mobot A. southunionarts.com.

International

Concerts

Vicente Fernandez, Maribel Guardia Sun 10/21, 8 PM, Allstate Arena, 6920 Mannheim, Rosemont. 847-635-6601 or 312-559-1212. A

Las Guitarras de Espana Sat 10/20, 8 PM, World Folk Music Company, 1808 W. 103rd. 773-779-7059.

Jutta & the Hi-Dukes Fri 10/19, 7:30 PM, DANK Haus, 4740 N. Western. 773-561-9181. F

Noche de Flamenco Wed 10/24, 8:30 PM, Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln. 773-728-6000 or 866-468-3401. A

Rabito, DC Reto Sat 10/20, 7 PM, Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee, Waukegan. 847-263-6300 or 312-559-1212. A

Sueno con Cuba Ensemble, La Gozadera de Uruguay, Congueros de Willie Conga at Vive La Hispanidad. Fri 10/19, 7 PM, Chicago Illuminating Company, 19 E. 21st. 312-267-4903 or 312-267-4904.

Van Halen, Ky-Mani Marley Thu 10/18, 7:30 PM, United Center, 1901 W. Madison. 312-455-4500 or 312-559-1212. A

International

Clubs

Blue Max 26 Lathrop, Forest Park F: Sat 10/20, 6:30 PM, Paulinho Garcia. 708-366-9224.

Cafe Laguardia 2111 W. Armitage: Music at 8 PM. Tue 10/23, Caribica. 773-862-5996.

Coco’s Restaurant 2723 W. Division F: Mondays, 7 PM, DJ Luis Rivera. 773-384-4811.

Cuatro Restaurant 2030 S. Wabash F: Saturdays, 10:30 PM, DJ FLX with guest DJs. Sundays, 10:30 AM, Bossa Tres. Wednesdays, 7 PM, Two for Brazil. 312-842-8856.

Deja Vu 2624 N. Lincoln: Fridays, 11 PM, Bandoleros. 773-871-0205.

Excalibur 632 N. Dearborn: Thursdays, 7 PM, DJ El Papichulo, Luis Rivera, DJ Alex Perez, DJ Steven. 312-266-1944.

Junior’s 724 W. Maxwell: Fridays, 10 PM, Azul de Noche F. 312-421-2277.

Katerina’s 1920 W. Irving Park: Thu 10/18, 8 PM, Paulinho Garcia, Greg Fishman. Sat 10/20, 10 PM, Steve Gibons & Gypsy Rhythm Project, Nicole Feraru. 773-348-7592.

Martyrs’ 3855 N. Lincoln: Fri 10/19, 10 PM, Project/Object featuring Napoleon Murphy Brock, Uz Jsme Doma perform the music of Frank Zappa. Wed 10/24, 8 PM, Zap Mama (see the List). 773-404-9494 or 800-594-8499.

Rumba 351 W. Hubbard: Thursdays, 10 PM, Chicago Samba. 312-222-1226.

Sonotheque 1444 W. Chicago: DJs spin after 9 PM. Sundays, DJ Slacky J spins reggae. 312-226-7600.

Underground Wonder Bar 10 E. Walton: Thursdays, 10:30 PM, Luiz Ewerling & A Cor do Brasil. Sundays, midnight, Hurricane Reggae Band. 312-266-7761.

Wild Hare 3530 N. Clark: Reggae and Afro-Caribbean music nightly at 9:30 PM. Thu 10/18, Carl Brown & Solid Gold. Fri 10/19, Ky-Mani Marley, Anthem. Sat 10/20, Anthem, Rico. Sun 10/21, Gizzae. Tuesdays, Dub Dis. 773-327-4273.

Classical

Concerts

Jeff Abell piano. Sun 10/21, 2 PM, Columbia College Chicago, 1014 S. Michigan. 312-344-7270. F

Accessible Contemporary Music performs works by Irish composer Jane O’Leary. Sun 10/21, 3 PM, Preston Bradley Hall, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington. 312-744-6630. F

Bavarian Philharmonic Orchestra Enoch zu Guttenberg, conductor, with pianist Orion Weiss (Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert). Wed 10/24, 7:30 PM, Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, Northwestern University, 50 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston. 847-467-4000 or 847-491-5441.

Bella Voce (Buxtehude). Sun 10/21, 8 PM, Grace Lutheran Church, 7300 W. Division, River Forest. 312-567-9077.

Brentano Quartet Susan Narucki, soprano (Bach, Beethoven, Schoenberg). Fri 10/19, 7:30 PM, Mandel Hall, University of Chicago, 1131 E. 57th. 773-702-8069.

John Bryant organ (Vierne, Bach, Mendelssohn, Abreu). Sun 10/21, 3 PM, St. Gall Church, 5511 S. Sawyer. 773-737-3113. F

Callisto Ensemble (Rands, Britten, Kodaly). Mon 10/22, 7:30 PM, Darnton & Hersh Fine Violins, 220 S. State #400. 312-566-9318.

Cantate Anne Heider, conductor. Fri 10/19, 3 PM, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 616 Lake, Evanston. 847-864-4464.

Cantate Anne Heider, conductor. Sun 10/21, 3 PM, Luther Memorial Church, 2500 W. Wilson. 773-539-3018.

Cathedral Choir of St. James, Chamber Orchestra of St. James Bruce J. Barber II, conductor (Mozart). Sun 10/21, 4 PM, St. James Cathedral, 65 E. Huron. 312-751-6724.

Jie Chen piano. Fri 10/19, 12:15 PM, Fine Arts Building, 410 S. Michigan, suite 825. 312-291-0291. F

Jie Chen piano (Bach, Brahms, Schubert, Balakirev). Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Bennett-Gordon Hall, Ravinia Festival, Green Bay & Lake Cook Rds., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.

Chicago Chamber Musicians (Thomas, Jolivet, Koetsier, Roussel, Faure, Ravel). Sun 10/21, 7:30 PM, Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, Northwestern University, 50 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston. 847-467-4000 or 847-491-5441. Mon 10/22, 7:30 PM, Merit School of Music, 38 S. Peoria. 312-786-9428.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Bernard Haitink, conductor (Wagner, Mahler). Preconcert conversation begins one hour before the performance. Thu 10/18 through Sat 10/20, 8 PM, and Tue 10/23, 7:30 PM, Orchestra Hall, Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan. 312-294-3000 or 800-223-7114.

Civic Orchestra Chamber Ensemble Sat 10/20, 2 PM, People’s Music School, 931 W. Eastwood. 312-294-3807. F

Craig Cramer organ (Buxtehude). Mon 10/22, 8 PM, Grace Lutheran Church, 7300 W. Division, River Forest. 312-567-9077.

Eighth Blackbird performs works by Tamar Muskal, Fred Rzewski, Bresnick, Hartke, and de Mey. Tue 10/23, 7:30 PM, Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 E. Randolph. 312-334-7777.

Fall Organ Recital Dennis E. Northway, organ (Bach, Nevin, Pachelbel, Franck, Northway). Sun 10/21, 3 PM, Cathedral of the Holy Angels, 640 Tyler, Gary, Indiana. 219-531-0922.

Laura Fenster piano (Chopin). Mon 10/22, 7:30 PM, Blackstone Branch Library, 4904 S. Lake Park. 312-747-0511.

Gingrich Trio piano (Brahms). Sat 10/20, 3 PM, Fine Arts Building, 410 S. Michigan, suite 825. 312-291-0291.

Ellen Huntington & Svetlana Belsky flute & piano (C.P.E. Bach, Donizetti, Widor). Sun 10/21, 2 PM, Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Cedar, Northbrook. 847-272-6224. F

Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Carmen DeLeone, conductor (Bernstein, DeLeone). Sat 10/20, 8 PM, Governors State University, 1 University Pkwy., University Park. 708-235-2222.

Kevin Kenner and the Piazzoforte String Quartet Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Recital Hall, Northeastern Illinois University, 5500 N. Saint Louis. 773-442-4636 or 773-442-4978.

Ja-Sing Lin piano (Haydn, Chopin, Scriabin). Wed 10/24, 12:15 PM, Preston Bradley Hall, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington. 312-744-6630. F

London Symphony Orchestra Sir Colin Davis, conductor, with Paul Lewis, piano (Beethoven). Mon 10/22, 8 PM, Orchestra Hall, Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan. 312-294-3000 or 800-223-7114.

Millennium Chamber Players perform Floodway by Ammon Wolman; Robert Travino, conductor. Sun 10/21, 2 PM, KAM Isaiah Israel Congregation, 5039 S. Greenwood. 773-924-1234. F

Spencer Myer piano (Bach, Medtner, Lita Grier, Chopin). Sun 10/21, 3 PM, Music in the Loft, 1017 W. Washington. 312-243-9233.

Northeastern Illinois University Wind Ensemble, NEIU Varsity Big Band Thu 10/18, 7:30 PM, NEIU Auditorium, 5500 N. Saint Louis. 773-442-4636. F

Northeastern Illinois University Jazz Combos Mayo Tiana, director. Wed 10/24, 7:30 PM, NEIU Auditorium, 5500 N. St. Louis. 773-442-4636. F

Northwestern University Symphonic Wind Ensemble (Bernstein, Puckett, Ticheli, Wilson, Hindemith). Fri 10/19, 7:30 PM, Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, Northwestern University, 50 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston. 847-467-4000 or 847-491-5441.

Northwestern University Symphony Orchestra Robert G. Hasty, conductor, with violinist Almita Vamos and cellist Kenneth Olsen (Brahms, Dvorak). Sat 10/20, 7:30 PM, Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, Northwestern University, 50 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston. 847-467-4000 or 847-491-5441.

Opera Cabal Thu 10/18, 7:30 PM, Zhou B. Center, 1029 W. 35th. 773-523-0200.

cMurray Perahia piano (Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin). Sun 10/21, 3 PM, Orchestra Hall, Symphony Center, 220 S. Michigan. 312-294-3000 or 800-223-7114.

Prima Trio violin, clarinet, piano (Khachaturian, Milhaud, Hudiyev, Bartok, Piazzolla, Schickele). Fri 10/19, 8 PM, Music in the Loft, 1017 W. Washington. 312-243-9233.

Rembrandt Chamber Players (Danielpour, Deak, Schumann). Sun 10/21, 3 PM, Music Institute of Chicago, 1490 Chicago, Evanston. 312-360-3145.

Laurence Rosenthal piano (Gurdjieff, de Hartmann). Sat 10/20, 7 PM, Music Institute of Chicago, 1490 Chicago, Evanston. 847-866-6668.

St. Luke Bach Choir and Chamber Orchestra Sun 10/21, 4 PM, Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. Luke, 1500 W. Belmont. 773-472-3383. F A

Emma Steele violin (Gabriel Faure, Pablo de Sarasate). Mon 10/22, 12:15 PM, Preston Bradley Hall, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington. 312-744-6630. F

Symphony of Oak Park & River Forest Jay Friedman, conductor (Vivaldi, Bach, Beethoven). Preconcert conversation at 3 PM. Sun 10/21, 4 PM, First United Church of Oak Park, 848 Lake, Oak Park. 708-218-2648.

Third Coast Percussion Quartet (Robert Dillon, David Skidmore, Peter Martin, Owen Clayton Condon). Sat 10/20, 3 PM, and Sun 10/21, 9 PM, Zhou B. Center, 1029 W. 35th. 773-523-0200.

Adam Unsworth Ensemble Tue 10/23, 7:30 PM, Regenstein Recital Hall, Northwestern University, 60 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston. 847-467-4000 or 847-491-5441.

Yiming Zhang piano. Mon 10/22, 7:30 PM, Recital Hall, Northeastern Illinois University, 5500 N. Saint Louis. 773-442-4636 or 773-442-4978. F

Classical

Clubs

Julius Meinl Coffeehouse 3601 N. Southport F: Mon 10/22, 8 PM, Melange Ensemble (Haydn, Copland, Mozart, Klein). 773-868-1857.

In-Stores

Pisspisspissmoanmoanmoan, Folk and Violence Sat 10/20, 5 PM, Permanent Records, 1914 W. Chicago. 773-278-1744. F A

Wolves in the Throne Room See the List. Mon 10/22, 3 PM, Reckless Records, 1532 N. Milwaukee. 773-235-3727. F A

Miscellaneous

Concerts

HardArt Groop Mon 10/22, 7:30 PM, Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division. 773-989-5991.

Miscellaneous

Clubs

Pick a Cup Coffee Club 1813 Dempster, Evanston: Sat 10/20, 1 PM, Electric Medicine, Two for the Road, Lin Boyle & Dennis Huston, Hungry Fathers Band, Jay Einhorn & Jordi Keller, Lord & Schwartz, Harmonica I & II, Emric & Michi A. 847-223-2834.