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Terrapin Flyer returns to Martyrs' for Mardi Gras weekend! Join us for 2 nights of Grateful Dead, 2 sets per night!!Come in for dinner before the show. We’ll be serving up some New Orleans favorites: Creole style Jambalaya with Chicken & Andouille; Shrimp Etoufee; Vegan Red Beans & Rice; Greens; Fresh Cornbread!Laissez les non temps rouler!

The Rolling Cloneswere born on the corner of Armitage and Halsted at Nick’s in the early1990’s. A well-known financial analyst named Art McQueen used to frequent Nick’s on Fridayafternoons after battling the financial markets all week.This analyst would come into Nick’slooking for a few pints, a few laughs, and lots of Rolling Stones songs on the jukebox. Theproblem was that this particular analyst faced a major nemesis in the bartender who had verylittle tolerance for Rolling Stones songs on the jukebox. Hence, the formation of this StonesTribute Band: The Rolling Clones.Along with Art as Mick, this band’s personnel are stellar local professional musicians andinclude John Blaha on Drums, Bruce Krippner on Bass, Randy Farr on percussion, Ed Linesas Keef and Steve Doyle as Woody, rounded out by Lisa McQueen on keys and Cash Michaelson Sax.

The George Harrison Musical Birthday Tribute Show “My Sweet George” held annually at Martyrs’ is now in its 9th year! Presented by longtime Chicago music artists Ellis Clark (The Social Act Band/Epicycle/Chamber Strings) & Ary Paloma (Amazing Heeby Jeebies) The My Sweet George Band has had the honor of performing a wide selection of tunes from the incredible George Harrison song catalogue, as well as hosting an eclectic variety of Chicago musicians who also take the stage to sing his tunes. These guest artists have included Tom Klein (Liquid Soul/Spies Who Surf), Clar & Gigi’s Sandalwood Sitar, Phil Angotti, Jay Goeppner, Soulkeeper Gerald McClendon, The Handcuffs, Billy, J Kramer, The Pepperland Rockestra, The New Heartaches, Pierce Crask, Phoenix, Twisted Roots, The Polkaholics, Secret 4, The 321’s and celebrities like Jim Belushi to mention just a few. Buy your tickets in advance here online before they sell out so you don’t miss the opportunity to attend the upcoming 9th annual “My Sweet George” Musical Tribute Show 7pm, Saturday, February 21st, 2026 at Martyrs’ in Chicago. It promises to be another unforgettable evening of George Harrison music performed by some of Chicago’s finest musicians!

Basement Collective is a progressive-fusion group of instrumentalists with the goal of expressing wild creativity and pushing the boundaries of their musical knowledge. Their compositions are unique blends of jazz, classical theory, prog-rock, and metal, resulting in sonically diverse and richly dynamic musical expression.

Artists, activists, musicians, writers, architects, politicians, chefs, and people defying description all grace the stage at PechaKucha Night which brings prominent and emerging creative minds together for an evening of lightning-fast presentations, networking and fun. The PechaKucha format, where a dozen or so presenters are given 20 slides each shown for 20 seconds to reveal their passions, work and inspirations, is now held in over 430 cities around the world. Chicago events are among the most popular, with over 300 people in attendance at each event. It's an amazing, riotous and amusing evening.

Funkadesi turns 30 in 2026. Let's start our year long celebration at one of the band's favorite venues.Winner of Chicago Reader's "Best World Music Group 2013," Funkadesi returns to Martyrs' for their signature Anniversary Concert! The 8-Time Award-Winning band blends Indian music (bhangra, bollywood, folk) with reggae, funk, and Afro-Caribbean grooves. The Chicago-based band’s “one-family” vibe makes for a global-groove-drenched show. Funkadesi has even caught the attention of President Barack Obama, who notes: “Funkadesi really knows how to get the crowd fired up! There's a lot of FUNK in that DESI!”

Join us for the next installment of CHIRP's unique storytelling and live music series, The First Time, with the theme "First Attempt". Six readers will share true stories of their "first watch," however they choose to interpret the theme. Each reader also chooses a song that relates to their piece, known only to them and our fab house band, The First Time Three. Once the reader finishes their piece, the band plays the related song, often with a unique arrangement.Hosted by Jenn Sodini. Featuring1. Erin Watson (Cyclist)2. Jason Lydon (Unitarian Minister)3. Noureen Hashim-Jiwani (Policymaker)4. Cean Gamalinda (Poet)5. Jasmine Davila (host Miss Spoken)6. Rudy Vecchia-Zeitz (Prevention Supervisor)

Join us for our St. Paddy's Day celebration Saturday, March 14th 2026! 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!

40,000 HEADMEN celebrates the hits and deep-cuts of the legendary British jamband, TRAFFIC! You may also hear tunes from Blind Faith, Spencer Davis Group, Dave Mason, Steve Winwood. Featuring: Wavy Dave Burlingame - bass, vocal, Packy Lundholm - piano, organ, guitars, vocal, Scott Tipping - guitars, organ, vocal, Jonny Reed - drums, Marty Gierczyk - saxophone, vocal, Ray Quinn - flute, guitars, vocal, Drew Littel - percussion.

Summer Camp: On The Road Tour is coming to Chicago on March 27th. Come out and support your local artists as they compete for a spot on the 25th Anniversary Summer Camp lineup and you'll be automatically entered in to win a 3-Day GA Pass to the festival!

Eddie Johnston, better known by his stage name Lontalius, is a singer/songwriter from Wellington, NZ

When taking on the moniker Chicago Farmer, singer-songwriter Cody Diekhoff aimed to not only showcase the dichotomy of his life and travels — growing up in the tiny Illinois farm community of Delavan, and calling “The Windy City” home for several years — he also wanted to honor his past through his uplifting, introspective melodies.“My hometown kind of goes with me wherever I go,” Diekhoff says. “All the things I learned from my grandparents, I take that with me wherever I go. They’re always in my heart and in my mind.”Which is why Diekhoff’s latest offering, Homeaid, puts a spotlight on the oldsoul nature and deep ethos of compassion and camaraderie that resides at the core of his being. A blend of Americana, indie-folk and roots-rock, the album swirls effortlessly into the ether of a modern world facing uncertain times.“Home is where the art is/Home is where there’s song,” Diekhoff erupts on the title track. “It hits you the hardest/When you’re away from home too long.”“If anything, I want my music to be genuine and authentic,” Diekhoff says. “My grandfather was a storyteller. He was a veteran, a family farmer, and he just collected stories. Hearing him tell all these stories definitely transferred over into my storytelling that’s in my music.”Meandering through Homeaid, there are odes to teenage transgressions in the name of irresponsible enlightenment (“Tina Hart’s Mustang”), odes to the splendor and tragedy of growing older (“Sorry You’re Sick”), odes to nothing and everything (“Mattress”) — the cultivation of which being Diekhoff and hiscurious life, one remaining in perpetual motion, onstage and on the road.“People come to watch it run when the sun went down/To raise a glass as it passed and hoist up the crown,” Diekhoff howls into the heavens. “Yeah, Tina Hart’s Mustang was the fastest car around.”With Homeaid, it’s this true sense of self that’s felt when it comes to those cherished faces and vivid moments from your own past. Images, sounds, and feelings conjured with ease, usually while cruising down some backcountry road, windows rolled down, the sunshine of another bountiful day slowly falling below the horizon, the unknown night quickly emerging — this crossroads of sheer gratitude and endless inspiration.“This is who I am now,” Diekhoff says of Chicago Farmer. “I represent both of these places, and I take a lot of pride in ownership of the name now.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.