Official Lollapalooza Aftershow: Between Friends
Wednesday, July 29 • 6:30 PM
When the dust of Grant Park settles, and the mainstream masses retreat to their scrolls and stories, the true nocturnal voyage begins at Outset. Between Friends, the genre-defying duo with synth hooks as sticky as a Chicago summer night, are commandeering the Official Lollapalooza Aftershow. This is the kind of gig where GA means grabbing the space to lose yourself in their dreamy soundscapes and punchy beats, all while brushing shoulders with the crowd that truly gets it. Forget about re-entry—because once you're in, why would you ever want out? This is the afterparty the main event wishes it could be. Dive into the sonic current and let Between Friends redefine everything you thought you knew about live music.
Outset
1675 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642
Official Lollapalooza Aftershow: Goldie Boutilier
Thursday, July 30 • 10:00 PM
If your weekend itinerary doesn’t include the Official Lollapalooza Aftershow with Goldie Boutilier, you might want to rethink your life choices. This is the kind of night that births legends and hangovers in equal measure—a sonic baptism by the synth-pop priestess herself. Held at the illustrious Outset, where the beer is warm and the vibes are ice-cold, this 17-and-over show promises an evening of electric intimacy and feral glamour. Throw in the fact that there's no re-entry, and you’ve got the perfect excuse to stay glued to the pulsing heart of the crowd, losing yourself in the beats and maybe finding yourself in the lyrics. Don’t sleep on this cultural rite of passage; it’s a ticket to the kind of musical epiphany that lingers long after the last chord fades.
Outset
1675 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642
BL3SS
Friday, August 14 • 10:00 PM
Prepare to have your senses baptized by the sonic sermon of BL3SS, the band turning suburban ennui into an electric liturgy. This isn’t just a gig; it’s a rite of passage for those who’ve outgrown their Spotify Discover Weekly. Nestled in the heart of Outset, the space where even the walls have stories cooler than your last Tinder date, this show is strictly 18+—so leave your fake ID at home, and bring your soul instead. Standing room only means you’re free to sway, stomp, or levitate to their synth-laden hymns. But don't even think about stepping out for a smoke; re-entry is a myth here, just like your old high school band. Six ticket max, so rally your crew now—unless, of course, you’re too cool for that, in which case, enjoy your FOMO from the sidelines.
Outset
1675 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642
Venjent
Sunday, September 13 • 7:00 PM
Prepare yourselves, because Venjent is about to detonate the indie scene with a sonic boom that no amount of earplugs can mute. This is the kind of dance-in-a-dark-room-and-forget-your-existence experience that your cooler-than-thou playlist has been missing. Taking over Outset, the temple of all things underground and unforgettable, Venjent brings a sound that's like if My Bloody Valentine and Tame Impala had a lovechild raised by Aphex Twin. The venue's standing room only, so flex those thrifted sneakers and get ready to lose yourself in a sea of vibes and vinyl junkies. With a no re-entry policy, your only mission is to stay inside and let the beats wash over you like the thrift store glitter you know too well. Grab your ticket—a precious artifact with a strict six-piece limit—and hold onto it like your last roll of expired film. Don't say we didn't warn you; miss this, and you'll be hearing about it from everyone cooler than you.
Outset
1675 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642
Chanel Beads
Friday, September 18 • 6:30 PM
If you're not already drooling over Chanel Beads, you're about to be. This eclectic quintet is the sonic lovechild of your dreamiest shoegaze fantasies and the kind of synthpop that echoes through a neon-soaked night in Bushwick. Their live shows are known for transforming jaded souls into blissed-out devotees, and this all-ages gig at Outset promises to be no exception. With a reputation for turning a room into a euphoric mosh pit of swirling melodies and ethereal vocals, missing this is like skipping your grandma's secret pie recipe. And remember, there’s no re-entry, so pack your best dancing shoes and leave your cynicism at the door. Get ready to have your indie cred card stamped with the coolest gig of the season.
Outset
1675 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642
Satin Jackets
Friday, September 25 • 8:00 PM
Get ready to strut your stuff because Satin Jackets are about to transform Outset into a swirling, disco-infused daydream you won't want to miss. Think glittering synth lines and velvety beats that make you feel like you're cruising down an endless neon highway. This is an AGES 17 AND OVER affair, so bring your best dance moves and a valid ID that'll keep the bouncers happy. The vibe is strictly standing room only, so prepare to get up close and personal with strangers who might just become your next best friends—or your next great story. With a strict no re-entry policy, once you're in, you're in it for the long haul, sipping on euphoria and savoring every glimmer of this six-ticket-max event. Trust us, this isn't just a gig—it's a night you'll be reminiscing over craft coffee for months to come.
Outset
1675 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642
Parra for Cuva
Friday, November 6 • 7:00 PM
Prepare your most ironic outfit and brace yourself for an auditory hug from Parra for Cuva at Outset—a venue where the walls have stories and every corner whispers secrets. This is more than just a gig; it's an immersion into a soundscape where electronic whispers meet organic pulses, creating the kind of atmosphere that makes your heart beat in 7/8 time. Standing room only means you’ll be shoulder to shoulder with fellow sonic explorers, vibing to beats that effortlessly marry the ethereal and the earthly. No re-entry? No problem. Once you’re in, you won’t want to leave. Whether you’re a seasoned audiophile or an indie newbie, this is your ticket to momentary transcendence—a night that promises to be the backdrop to your next existential revelation. Don't just hear about it; live it.
Outset
1675 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642
Headache
Friday, November 20 • 6:30 PM
Dive headfirst into a sonic kaleidoscope with Headache at Outset, where your meticulously crafted ennui will be shattered by a tidal wave of distortion and dreamy vocals. This isn’t just another gig—it's a rite of passage through the underground realms of sound where shoegaze meets its punk muse in a haze of reverb and raw emotion. Embrace the chaos in a venue where the air is electric, the floor is sticky, and the only rule is to let yourself be swept away. No re-entry means no escape, but trust us, you won’t want to. This isn’t a show—it’s your next obsession.
Outset
1675 N Elston Ave
Chicago 60642