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It's a COUNTRY REVUE with THE HOYLE BROTHERS!*Thursday, December 26th @ 8:00pm*MARTYRS' ~ 3855 N. Lincoln Ave., ChicagoCome listen -and- DANCE as MYLES McVEIGH, lead singer of the Hoyles, shares his mic with an array of friends:Phil Angotti; Edward Burch; Brandon Good; Sara Jean Stevens

Hot Like Mars (formerly The North 41) The music played by Zoofunkyou is a blend of blues soaked psychedelic funk. The freedom to explore our instruments is endless and what ever comes to mind will be played through a stream of sonic bliss.

Jack Callahan is a musician based in Chicago, IL. He is known for his singing and songwriting and backing of traditional Irish music on guitar. A multi-instrumentalist, Jack can be heard in the pubs and clubs with his fellow Boils bandmates, James Conway and Mike Austin. Performed, recorded and produced by Jack Callahan, This Settled Life spans the songwriting journey from his unsettled formative years until now. The songs touch upon themes such as looking for love(I'll Keep Searching), coping with loss(Ghosts of Pictures Past) and overall hope. When not pursuing music, he enjoys his settled life.

Honky Tonk Sundays! Join us for an afternoon with The Hoyle Brothers. They play every Sunday at 3pm.

John Mead’s True Believers and Breckenridge & Company bring you a night of powerful grooves, shimmering guitars, and rich vocal harmonies celebrating the varied histories of both Tom Petty and Fleetwood Mac, with special attention to the relationship between Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks that tied these bands together.John Mead’s True Believers: For twenty years, John Mead has led bands playing everything from Elvis to Al Green. His True Believers are a long-standing group that coalesced more than a decade ago at the Old Town School of Folk Music and has played pretty much all of it with him, including David Bowie, Rod Stewart, Bruce Springsteen, and Lou Reed—classic, funky rock & roll.Link: https://www.johnlmead.com/Breckenridge & Company: Breckenridge & Company is a Chicago-based tribute band currently focused on the many incarnations of Fleetwood Mac: from their origins in John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers and Buckingham Nicks; to the tenures of Peter Green, Jeremy Spencer, Danny Kirwin, and Bob Welch; through the Rumours-era and beyond. With songs ranging from faithful renditions of greatest hits to rare demos reimagined, Breckenridge & Company shows are for both the die-hard Fleetwood Mac fans and those who aren’t fans…yet.Link: https://www.instagram.com/breckenridge_and_company/

Honky Tonk Sundays! Join us for an afternoon with The Hoyle Brothers. They play every Sunday at 3pm.

Sunken Summer draws from a wide spectrum of influences; their sound is similarly varied and hard to define. Opting to simply describe themselves as a "rock band," one finds Queens Of The Stone Age-type desert rock, Beatles-like meoldic harmonies and a smattering of "sweeteners" - the small little nuances the band believes separates mediocre songs from awesome tunes - infused from a lifelong love of real guitar-driven rock. Begun as the brainchild of Vocalist/Guitarist Laramie Deines, Sunken Summer shares equally attributed right between all members, each supplying equal influence over the development of every song. The discerning ear will note the dynamism drummer Andrew Palmer, the guitar-influenced stylings of bassist Lloyd Smedbron and genre-less variety of guitarist Joe Tomasicyk. Sunken Summer invites you to make your own interpretations, spin the vinyl, and most importantly, enjoy the music. Chicago Singer/Songwriter, Dave Tamkin, currently calls Boulder, CO his home. Dave Tamkin & Co. has created their own unique style of rhythmic-acoustic rock that's based around a fresh musical vision. Their shows vary from intimate acoustic performances to a full band experience encapsulating a mixture of personal lyrics and skilled songwriting set against a high-energy percussive backbone.They have shared the stage with Guster, The Samples, Rusted Root, Michael Galbicki, Butch Walker, Matt Wertz, Eric Hutchinson, Stroke 9, The Violent Femmes, and Carbon Leaf to name a few. Dave Tamkin & Co. has a style that's hard to resist. Dave's lyrics are unabashedly honest and his passion for playing is undying.

Honky Tonk Sundays! Join us for an afternoon with The Hoyle Brothers. They play every Sunday at 3pm.

Nashville session and stage MVPs craft an aural wonderland with their genre-defying instrumental album, In Stereo.Working from a shared language of elegance and grit, Nashville guitar domos Tom Bukovac and Guthrie Trapp have crafted In Stereo, an album that celebrates the transcendent power of instrumental music—its ability to transport listeners and to convey complex emotions without words.

Honky Tonk Sundays! Join us for an afternoon with The Hoyle Brothers. They play every Sunday at 3pm.

If the old saying about talent equaling success were true, then The Steepwater Band would already be a household name, rubbing shoulders with Aerosmith, Bad Company and other like-minded travelers in our collective Rock 'n Roll Fantasy. But that's not how things always work, and this band knows it and still leans into it, smiling, with everything in them, not for brass rings and marquees, but because they must! For them, the music life is a calling and not some stupid costume one puts on to shake loose gold, fame, and groupies. In a land of caricatures, it's striking to come face-to-face with the real thing.Something primal lurks in their music, but always wrestling with emotions and stories that are everyday-ready ~ music at once strut-inducing sexy and brass knuckles honest, a sound evolved smartly & patiently through countless gigs, running the bulls whenever and wherever they've been welcomed since 1998. AC/DC once said, "If you got the dollar, we got the song / Just wanna boogie woogie all night long," and The Steepwater Band surely embodies this lip-smacking urge to get some in this mean old world, befitting the group's Chicago roots and their earthy understanding of crackling city blues.The abiding, resounding passion inside this band is never in question. Dive into their seemingly endless catalog of songs just about anywhere, and the heart and muscle pumping away inside every track are palpable and present in a most pleasing way. Their sound is like a soundtrack for arm wrestling The Devil and then drinking shots with him 'til sunrise after you've pinned him down. Their songs bridge the miles between lovers, throw lines to brothers and sisters in need of some understanding and a spark that makes them shuffle, eyes closed, shaking off the day's heavy load, ready for another round because the right song by the right band made them feel they had enough fight left in them. That's the kind of band you're dealing with here, and they'll be doing this long after all the pretty boys, package acts, and pretenders have left the stage. - Dennis CookThe Steepwater Band is – • Jeff Massey – lead vocals / guitars• Eric Saylors – guitars / lap steel / backing vocals• Joe Bishop – bass / backing vocals• Joe Winters – drums / percussion The Midnight Calls is a denim and leather Rock & Roll outfit from Chicago. The band is fronted by Spain-born singer, Taran de Pablos and features guitarists Adam Arling (The Last Vegas, Urge Overkill, Warrior Soul) and Tony McQuaid (Loudmouth, Frank Bang & the Secret Stash), bassist Sean Barnes and drummer Chuck Harling. Their music is heavily influenced by the blues-infused sounds of classic bands like Aerosmith, The Rolling Stones or AC/DC. With a recipe based on grooves, hooks, and loud guitars as the main ingredients, The Midnight Calls are not reinventing the Rock & Roll wheel, but rather rolling it down the road with the swagger and style that you would expect from road-tested musicians that have toured the US and Europe a few times over.Since their inception in late 2022, The Midnight Calls have released three singles, “Whaddya”, “Coming Up Roses”, and their latest song, “So Cold” which features Chris Grove (Survivor, Joel Hoekstra, Eddie Money) on keyboards. While developing their music in the studio, the band has stayed active, sharing the stage with national acts like The Supersuckers, The Steepwater Band, Faster Pussycat, Blacktop Mojo, or Jason Kane & The Jive amongst others. At the moment, The Midnight Calls are working on material for their first album, to be expected in early 2025, with touring planned following its release.

Honky Tonk Sundays! Join us for an afternoon with The Hoyle Brothers. They play every Sunday at 3pm.

Jamgrass, newgrass, funkgrass, whatever you want to call it— Armchair Boogie is rapidlybecoming one of the country’s hottest acts. With an unbounded sound, this Wisconsin-basedquartet is known for their powerful harmonies, timeless originals, and choice covers, along withunforgettable live performances. Listed as a “Must-See Roots Artists at Bourbon & Beyond'' byThe Bluegrass Situation who wrote, “We recently caught this jammy Wisconsin outfit at EarlScruggs Music Festival, where they burnt down their late-night set.”Armchair Boogie is Augie Dougherty on banjo with Ben Majeska acoustic & electric guitarsbacked by tight, driving rhythms of Eli Frieders on electric bass and Denzel Connor on drums.This unconventional lineup enhances their lightning-fast bluegrass, allowing them to freelyventure into the realms of funk or country.

Honky Tonk Sundays! Join us for an afternoon with The Hoyle Brothers. They play every Sunday at 3pm.

We play The Clash very well. "Chicago's Only Clash Cover Band That Matters."

Satsang was founded by Montana-based musician Drew McManus in 2014. Known for theirheartfelt, genre-blending sound, Satsang merges elements of folk, hip-hop, reggae, androck, infusing each song with introspective lyrics and a strong message of positivity,spirituality, and social awareness. The name "Satsang" reflects the band's mission, derivedfrom the Sanskrit words for "truth" (sat) and "company" (sang), symbolizing gatheringsaimed at seeking and sharing deeper truths.The band's music often draws from McManus's own journey of self-discovery, healing, andconnection to nature, as well as his experiences with addiction and recovery. With soulfulvocals, acoustic melodies, and rhythmic versatility, Satsang creates a powerfulatmosphere in both their recordings and live performances. They have built a dedicatedfollowing through their relatable messages about love, unity, and resilience, as well as theiractive support for social and environmental causes.Over the years, Satsang has released several albums, each resonating with themes ofhope, introspection, and community. Their live shows are particularly celebrated forcreating a space that feels like a “satsang”—a gathering for connection and upliftment—where fans can come together to share in a collective experience of music, inspiration, andtruth-seeking. Coming from San Diego with deep roots in Hawaii, Sierra Marin is a quickly up and coming revolutionary artist, musical medicine woman and producer. Crossing Genres of reggae, hip hop and folk, Sierra’s music is rooted in catchy hooks and melodies and yet brings the listener to ecstatic states of healing gratitude and remembrance.Whether Performing as a live loop artist or Backed by the talented roots reggae band Roots Ascension, the music is a soundtrack for a new earth community on the rise, bringing to light the beauty of the journey in these potent times of transformation.

On a three-man crusade to set dance floors alight with their inimitable brand of razor-sharp funk and disco, High Fade can already count Jack Black, Cypress Hill, Deep Purple's Glenn Hughes and Brad Wilk from Rage Against the Machine as fans. Honing their sound on the streets of their native Edinburgh, the band are at their best when up close and personal with audiences. With over one thousand gigs now under their belt, High Fade's refined, infectious live performances have become an integral part of the band's DNA, allowing them to put on a show that supersedes anything their fans have experienced before.

John Kadlecik is a singer, songwriter, and musician based in the DC-area who is primarily known for being a guitar-slinging sideman to Grateful Dead members Phil Lesh and Bob Weir in the band Furthur. Original co-founder of Dark Star Orchestra right here on Martyrs' stage, John has been performing improvisationally-oriented shows and touring nationally for the last 20 years. His work includes several studio releases of original music, and he is currently active with Melvin Seals & JGB in addition his own group, The John Kadlecik Band, and The Golden Gate Wingmen. Martyrs' is thrilled to host 2 nights with John K's Furthurmore!

Join us for our St. Paddy's Day celebration Saturday, March 15th 2025! An all day celebration of the Emerald Isle; shamrocks, shillelaghs, leprechauns, shenanigans, and wearing of the green! Join us for live Irish music, delicious Irish food, and, of course, Guinness. The best corned beef and cabbage in Chicago, Shepherd's Pie, freshly baked Irish soda bread. Let's party!

Honky Tonk Sundays! Join us for an afternoon with The Hoyle Brothers. They play every Sunday at 3pm.

Honky Tonk Sundays! Join us for an afternoon with The Hoyle Brothers. They play every Sunday at 3pm.

Honky Tonk Sundays! Join us for an afternoon with The Hoyle Brothers. They play every Sunday at 3pm.

Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Denver, Colorado, Steely Dead is a national touring band that has satisfied the curiosity of music lovers with their unique blend of Grateful Dead and Steely Dan. Comprised of four exceptionally talented musicians – Dave Abear on guitar, Matt Abear on bass, Chris Sheldon on drums, and Dylan Teifer on keys – Steely Dead has gained a dedicated following with their electrifying performances and soulful interpretations of classic tunes.