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Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago

Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago

Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago

Friday, May 8 • 3:45 PM

Prepare to have your senses elevated at the intimate convergence of sound and sight that is Balloon Museum x EmotionAir's 'Art You Can Feel' event in Chicago. This is not just another gig, folks. No, this is an immersive, multi-sensory jam session where the boundary between audience and artists becomes as blurred as your vision after a dive bar's second happy hour. Through a unique blend of ethereal harmonies and visually arresting projections, Balloon Museum's indie folk stylings collide head-on with EmotionAir's experimental synthpop, creating a sonic tapestry that's as intricate as it is unforgettable. You might've thought you've seen it all in the city's basement shoegaze scene, but this event promises to shatter those perceptions, wrapping you in a cocoon of art that isn't just heard, but felt. Don't sleep on this. Show up, tune in, and let Balloon Museum x EmotionAir transport you to a realm where music isn't just sound, it's an experience.

The Fields Studios
4120 W Diversey Ave
Chicago 60639

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Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago

Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago

Friday, May 8 • 4:00 PM

Emerging from the sonic depths of the Windy City, Balloon Museum is set to unveil their latest grand opus, EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel. This Chicago collective is known for their genre-blurring soundscapes, stitched together with threads of shoegaze, synthpop, and a tinge of Midwestern melancholy. But don't let the name fool you - this isn't a dusty history lesson. Feel the layers of textured synth lines, ethereal vocals, and reverb-drenched guitar riffs inflate your senses, pulling you into an immersive soundscape that's as carefully curated as the most coveted crate-digger's collection. This is less of a gig and more of a sonic expedition - one that's sure to induce a state of FOMO in anyone left languishing on the sidelines.

The Fields Studios
4120 W Diversey Ave
Chicago 60639

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Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago

Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago

Friday, May 8 • 4:15 PM

Strap in, cosmic kids—Balloon Museum is about to hit the Windy City with their new spectacle, EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel. These avant-garde virtuosos, known for their mind-bending fusion of post-electro and art pop, are a sight to behold. Imagine a vibrant kaleidoscope of sounds, colors, and emotions, as thrilling as tumbling down a rabbit hole into a realm where synthesizers snuggle with cellos and the line between song and sound art gets deliciously blurred. The Museum's sensory extravaganza promises to take you on an emotional rollercoaster ride—and boy, what a ride it is. Don’t miss this one night when Chicago gets more psychedelic than a Wes Anderson set. Your favorite earbuds will never sound the same again.

The Fields Studios
4120 W Diversey Ave
Chicago 60639

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Disclosure Live

Disclosure Live

Friday, May 8 • 6:30 PM

Brace yourself for an electrifying plunge into the euphoric abyss of Disclosure Live—a sonic pilgrimage that melds the pastiche of garage, house, and future bass into an auditory tapestry you'll be reminiscing about for weeks. In the dimly lit warehouse of your dreams, the Lawrence brothers are set to orchestrate a night of pulsating beats and hypnotic grooves, guaranteed to make even the most aloof hipster shuffle their thrifted boots. Expect a seamless fusion of old-school classics and unreleased gems that will make your Spotify playlist feel woefully inadequate. This is more than just a gig; it's an initiation into the inner sanctum of electronic euphoria. Miss it, and your social currency might just dip lower than your favorite obscure band's vinyl pressing.

The Salt Shed Outdoors (Fairgrounds)
1357 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642

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Yumi Zouma

Yumi Zouma

Friday, May 8 • 7:00 PM

Under the flickering neon glow of Outset, where the air hums with anticipation and reverb, Yumi Zouma is set to transform your typical Thursday night into an ethereal odyssey. This all-ages gig isn't just another stop on their tour; it's a visceral pilgrimage for those who thrive on dream-pop's delicate balance between introspective lyrics and luscious, shimmering soundscapes. Imagine yourself lost in a sea of bodies, swaying under spectral synths and velvet vocals that effortlessly meld nostalgia with a touch of future-forward flair. With no re-entry, you'll want to hang onto every note, every moment, like a secret you can't afford to forget. If you've been craving an escape from the mundane, pencil this in and prepare to melt into the music—it's one night that promises to echo long after the last chord fades.

Outset
1675 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642

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mP Shows.com Presents: mtvghosts / VNYTs [The Vignettes] / Moving Sunshine / Fachoso

mP Shows.com Presents: mtvghosts / VNYTs [The Vignettes] / Moving Sunshine / Fachoso

Friday, May 8 • 7:00 PM

Ladies, gentlemen, and indie-music aficionados of all stripes, it's time to clear your calendars, set your Spotify playlists to 'discover' and buy a fresh pack of earplugs because mP Shows.com is serving up the sonic feast of the decade. mtvghosts, the spectral synth wave sensation, are headlining a line-up that reads like a who's-who of the underground music scene.

Stepping up to the plate first are The Vignettes (or as the cool kids call 'em, VNYTs). Their sound—a raw, unhinged blend of post-punk vigor and shoegaze melancholy—is like a sucker punch to the gut. It's the musical equivalent of a David Lynch movie; weird, disorienting, but so utterly compelling that you can't help but dive deeper.

Then, Moving Sunshine, the DIY synthpop collective that's been making waves in the indie scene with their enchanting lo-fi beats and earnest lyrics that feel like private dialogues whispered amongst best friends, are set to deliver a performance that will likely be the talk of your Twitter feed for weeks.

Lastly, get ready to be blown away by Fachoso, whose audacious blend of gritty garage rock and infectious pop hooks will have you headbanging one moment, then swaying dreamily the next.

Prepare for a night where the baselines are heavy, the energy is high, and the music is extraordinary. Get ready for a sonic journey that is guaranteed to leave even the most jaded listener with an insatiable appetite for more. Mosh pits optional, air guitar mandatory.

Cubby Bear
1059 West Addison
Chicago 60613

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Shoot the Moon Fest Vol.ii

Shoot the Moon Fest Vol.ii

Friday, May 8 • 7:30 PM

Strap on your beat-up Chucks and dust off your most ironic band tee because Shoot the Moon Fest Vol.ii is turning your weekend plans into a sonic pilgrimage. This isn’t just a music festival; it’s a rite of passage for anyone who knows their My Bloody Valentine from their Beach House. Nestled in the raw, gritty charm of a reimagined warehouse, this year's lineup is a kaleidoscope of sound, featuring everything from ethereal dream pop to gut-punching post-punk. Expect surprise collaborations and pop-up sets that’ll have you bragging about being there before it was cool. We’re talking secret sets from the underground icons you’ve been streaming on Bandcamp and the next big thing your Spotify algorithm hasn’t even caught up with yet. Don’t blink, or you’ll miss the moment when music history gets made—again. Your weekend just got a whole lot louder, and trust me, you won’t want to sleep through this one.

Reggies Rock Club
2109 South State Street
Chicago 60616

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*SOLD OUT* La Dispute with From Indian Lakes and Flooding

*SOLD OUT* La Dispute with From Indian Lakes and Flooding

Friday, May 8 • 7:45 PM

If you’ve been feeling a void the size of a dorm room punk show in your soul, this is your chance to fill it. La Dispute is back, and they're not just bringing post-hardcore back from its six-year slumber—they’re reinventing it with the kind of existential angst only 2025 could inspire. Their new album, No One Was Driving The Car, is an existential ride through the chaos of our tech-driven apocalypse, a sonic exploration inspired by the haunting ambience of a self-driving Tesla crash. This isn’t just an album; it’s an oracle wrapped in raw emotion and razor-sharp riffs, with Dreyer channeling both primal screams and haunting melodies. With From Indian Lakes and Flooding setting the stage, this is the kind of night you’ll brag to your future kids about—or at least nurse a hangover to while you scroll through yesterday’s Instagram stories. Each track is a revelation, a head-banging epiphany, a reason to believe that music can still cut through the noise. Cancel your plans, call in sick, do whatever you have to do—just don’t miss this chance to witness the rebirth of a genre that refuses to fade quietly into the night.

Thalia Hall
1807 S Allport St
Chicago 60608

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LA Dispute w/ From Indian Lakes

LA Dispute w/ From Indian Lakes

Friday, May 8 • 7:45 PM

If you’ve been feeling a void the size of a dorm room punk show in your soul, this is your chance to fill it. La Dispute is back, and they're not just bringing post-hardcore back from its six-year slumber—they’re reinventing it with the kind of existential angst only 2025 could inspire. Their new album, No One Was Driving The Car, is an existential ride through the chaos of our tech-driven apocalypse, a sonic exploration inspired by the haunting ambience of a self-driving Tesla crash. This isn’t just an album; it’s an oracle wrapped in raw emotion and razor-sharp riffs, with Dreyer channeling both primal screams and haunting melodies. With From Indian Lakes and Flooding setting the stage, this is the kind of night you’ll brag to your future kids about—or at least nurse a hangover to while you scroll through yesterday’s Instagram stories. Each track is a revelation, a head-banging epiphany, a reason to believe that music can still cut through the noise. Cancel your plans, call in sick, do whatever you have to do—just don’t miss this chance to witness the rebirth of a genre that refuses to fade quietly into the night.

Thalia Hall
1807 S Allport Street
Chicago 60608

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Disclosure with TSHA (18+ Event)

Disclosure with TSHA (18+ Event)

Friday, May 8 • 10:00 PM

Discarded your dancing shoes after a year of canned live streams and bedroom DJ sets? It's time to dust them off as Disclosure is set to return to the live stage, bringing their infectious house rhythms and potent synth waves right to your neglected auditory senses. With the UK duo's reputation for turning any venue into a pulsating, neon-tinted wonderland, this is a night that promises to be an electrifying escape from your pandemic-induced cabin fever.

But wait, there's more to this non-virtual rave. TSHA is slated to warm up the decks, her unique brand of textured electronica and lush soundscapes serving as the perfect appetizer to the main course. If you've tuned into TSHA's celestial beats on the ether, you know she's a rising star that commands attention.

So, consider this your personal invite to get lost in a night of euphoric beats, hypnotic visuals, and a crowd that's just as starved for a good, sweat-drenched time as you are. This isn't just another event. It's a sonic rebirth you don't want to miss.

Radius - Chicago
640 West Cermak Rd
Chicago 60616

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Disclosure Live

Disclosure Live

Saturday, May 9 • 6:30 PM

Brace yourself for an electrifying plunge into the euphoric abyss of Disclosure Live—a sonic pilgrimage that melds the pastiche of garage, house, and future bass into an auditory tapestry you'll be reminiscing about for weeks. In the dimly lit warehouse of your dreams, the Lawrence brothers are set to orchestrate a night of pulsating beats and hypnotic grooves, guaranteed to make even the most aloof hipster shuffle their thrifted boots. Expect a seamless fusion of old-school classics and unreleased gems that will make your Spotify playlist feel woefully inadequate. This is more than just a gig; it's an initiation into the inner sanctum of electronic euphoria. Miss it, and your social currency might just dip lower than your favorite obscure band's vinyl pressing.

The Salt Shed Outdoors (Fairgrounds)
1357 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642

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Decades: 80's Prom Night

Decades: 80's Prom Night

Saturday, May 9 • 8:00 PM

Dust off your shoulder pads, break out the hairspray, and zip up those neon windbreakers because DECADES: 80s Prom Night is about to go off. This isn't your typical, sullen, shoulder-against-the-wall prom we're talking about—it's a sensory freakshow teetering on the edge of oblivion, an explosive homage to the era of excess. We're talking interactive quirks like kiss print readings, a vintage-chic selfie booth, and a dance-off to crown the Prom King or Queen right from the dance floor. And, baby, it could be you.

This isn't just some getup you're wearing to impress your cousin's friends, this is a full-blown, dressed-to-kill, eyes-on-me spectacle. So, get your threads ready and your dance moves tighter than a synthpop band's leather pants. Be ready to buy your tickets come March 27th at 10 AM, 'cause this is an event that'll make you wish time machines were more than just a DeLorean fantasy. This is a 21+ event, so leave your underage angst at the door.

Bottom Lounge isn't taking any flack when it comes to scalping—no certified secondary ticket sales here, so buyer beware. And yes, your tickets might take a hot minute to arrive, but rest assured, they'll be in your hot little hands before you can say "Where's the beef?"

So, if you've been feeling like your nightlife needs a shot of adrenaline straight to the heart, this is it. This is the high-waisted, high-octane, high-drama event that'll have you saying "I was there" as you nurse your post-prom hangover.

Bottom Lounge
1375 W. Lake St
Chicago 60607

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Said The Sky (18 and Over)

Said The Sky (18 and Over)

Saturday, May 9 • 9:30 PM

Clear your calendar and dig up those earplugs because Said The Sky is about to transform your humdrum Thursday night into an emotional rollercoaster you won't want to miss. This isn't just a set; it's a sonic baptism, a reverb-drenched pilgrimage through celestial soundscapes and heart-thumping drops that feel like a love letter to your inner angsty teen. Imagine a hug from Porter Robinson, a nod from ODESZA, and the ghost of Bon Iver whispering sweet nothings into your ear—all swirling around in a neon haze. Don't be the one scrolling through your timeline wishing you were there, be the one everyone's secretly envying. This is your shot at being part of something transcendent, melodic, and unabashedly alive. Grab your ticket, your spirit, and your sense of wonder. It's time to feel everything, all at once.

Ramova Theatre
3520 S. Halsted St
Chicago 60609

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Clark

Clark

Sunday, May 10 • 6:30 PM

Prepare to dive headfirst into a sonic utopia as Clark, the enigmatic sound sculptor, takes over Outset for a night destined to become the stuff of indie legend. This is where electronica's dark prince meets the raw energy of a basement gig, crafting landscapes that are equal parts cerebral and visceral. Forget your meticulously curated playlists—Clark's live set is where unexpected eargasms happen, with beats so intricate they dance right out of the speakers and into your bloodstream.

Outset's standing room only vibe turns this all-ages affair into an intimate, unrepeatable experience—think of it as a rite of passage for the sonically adventurous. There’s no re-entry, but who would want to leave when every note unravels like a secret whispered just for you? Come for the pioneering soundscapes, stay for the moment you’ll brag about to your future, less-cool friends. This is the night your love for music crystallizes into an obsession. Miss it, and you'll be that person who "almost went" every time 'Clark at Outset’ drops in conversation. Don't be that person.

Outset
1675 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642

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Disclosure Live

Disclosure Live

Sunday, May 10 • 6:30 PM

Brace yourself for an electrifying plunge into the euphoric abyss of Disclosure Live—a sonic pilgrimage that melds the pastiche of garage, house, and future bass into an auditory tapestry you'll be reminiscing about for weeks. In the dimly lit warehouse of your dreams, the Lawrence brothers are set to orchestrate a night of pulsating beats and hypnotic grooves, guaranteed to make even the most aloof hipster shuffle their thrifted boots. Expect a seamless fusion of old-school classics and unreleased gems that will make your Spotify playlist feel woefully inadequate. This is more than just a gig; it's an initiation into the inner sanctum of electronic euphoria. Miss it, and your social currency might just dip lower than your favorite obscure band's vinyl pressing.

The Salt Shed Outdoors (Fairgrounds)
1357 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642

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Claire Rosinkranz - My Lover Tour

Claire Rosinkranz - My Lover Tour

Sunday, May 10 • 7:30 PM

Strap in, folks—Claire Rosinkranz is taking her multifaceted melodic brilliance on the road with her My Lover Tour. And we're not just talking a general admission ticket. Nope, this package gets you more Rosinkranz than a Spotify deep dive: early entry, exclusive merch, priority shopping, and an eminently flauntable VIP laminate and lanyard. The woman behind 2020's viral earworm "Backyard Boy" now comes to you with a fresh, garden-infused perspective on love and vulnerability. Raised in a nest of classical virtuosos, the platinum-certified artist peppers her pop with unexpected intricacies; think the labyrinthine melody of "Kiss" or the structural tightrope-walk of "City". Expect to experience that same sonic nuance live, as she unravels the threads of her sophomore album before your very (lucky) eyes. With limited availability, don't sleep on this one.

Thalia Hall
1807 S Allport St
Chicago 60608

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