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ALL AGES | DOORS 1:00

Chad McCullough - trumpet; Chris Madsen - tenor saxophone; Ryan Cohan - piano; John Tate - bass; Neil Hemphill - drums

Pravda Records Presents: Chris Greene Quartet CGQ Turns 21!Opening set by DJ Pickled Beets. The Chris Greene Quartet comes of age! Led by native-Evanstonian saxophone giant Chris Greene, the CGQ has been together for 21 years. Featuring Damian Espinosa on piano and keyboards, Marc Piane on acoustic and electric bass, and drummer Steve Corley, the bands unique chemistry is the result of having this stable lineup for most of that 21 years. It has been one of the most highly-visible units on Chicagos fertile jazz scene, critically lauded and three-time recipients of the Chicago Readers Best of Chicago Readers Poll as Best Jazz Ensemble. The bands music respects the heritage and history of Jazz, Americas Black creative music, while incorporating elements of funk, hip-hop, rock, Afro-Cuban music, the blues and reggae, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of the band-members. The CGQ is currently celebrating the release of Conversance, the first-ever jazz album released by Pravda Records, Chicagos longest-running indie-rock label. Now you can buy them a whiskey! DJ Pickled Beets (aka Jenny Greene) will spin at doors and after the concert.

21+ // 8pm doors

Sound Obsession presents a tribute to Cal Tjader, exploring his signature blend of Latin rhythms, cool jazz phrasing, and laid-back West Coast groove. Expect vibraphone-led arrangements, breezy bossa cuts, and percussion-driven selections pulled from across his catalog. From smoky club sessions to sunlit lounge recordings, Tide of Tjader moves through a range of styles that defined his sound and influence.

Independent local night out.

Sunday, May 24 Moe's N Co * Multi Ultra * Anteeter $12 Adv. / $15 Day of / 21 & over / Doors: 8pm / Show: 8:30pm

Sunday, May 24 Moe’s N Co * Multi Ultra * Anteeter $12 Adv. / $15 Day of / 21 & over / Doors: 8pm / Show: 8:30pm

Sunday, May 24, 2026 Metro & smartbar present… An All Building Event! IML Queen! Featuring The Carry Nation * Derrick Carter * Josh Caffé * Michael Serafini * Shaun J Wright * DJ Wolfy Hosted by Lucy Stoole * Nico Guest Hosts: Outhaus Of Stoole: Ari Gato * Helvetikah Blak * Luv Ami-Stoole * Rachel Slurrz Spanking Booth by Rosemary Maybe Decorations by: Boxboy Rich $25-$30 Adv / $35 Door / $30 Student Door (before 12 with valid ID) / 21+ / Doors: 9pm

This is a masks required event.

Sunday, May 24 Metro & smartbar present… An All Building Event! IML Queen! Featuring The Carry Nation * Derrick Carter * Josh Caffé * Michael Serafini * Shaun J Wright * DJ Wolfy Hosted by Lucy Stoole * Nico Guest Hosts: Outhaus Of Stoole: Ari Gato * Helvetikah Blak * Luv Ami-Stoole * Rachel Slurrz Spanking Booth by Rosemary Maybe Decorations by: Boxboy Rich $25-$30 Adv. / $35 Door / $30 Student Door (before 12 with valid ID) / 21+ / Doors: 9pm

Doors: 8PM / Show: 9PM / 21+

DJ Mochi is a Chicago-based DJ, producer, and event curator. He is recognized for his worldwide outlook on music, seamlessly weaving together crowd favorites with lesser-known gems and remixes spanning the globe. From Hip-Hop and R&B to Afrobeats and Dancehall to Amapiano and House, his selections transport audiences to clubs around the world. For Mochi, music is a universal language that has the unique power to connect people. His mission as a DJ is to build a diverse and forward-thinking community, open to fresh sounds and experiences.

Spybar and Minimal Madness present Kieran San Jose of Hellbent Records and Repopulate Mars fame (among many others). SoCal's rising star and Cloonee favorite touches down for his debut at Spybar. Ander, Cedeno, Juju, and Sophia George on support duties -...

Sunday, May 24th, 2026 TENGO FUNK Gio Sandz **Giselle Peppers ** Casamiento ** J Santos 2045 N Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL 60647 Doors 10pm – 21+ w/val...

Fulton Street Collective presents a free arts community night BREATHE on Monday May 25th, from 7pm-10pm. "Breathe at Fulton Street", hosted by Fulton Street Collective in collaboration with Artpie, is a Free arts community night featuring acroyoga, live painting, community art creation, and Salon style art discussion. Join us on May 25 from 7-10pm at 1821 W Hubbard Street to sit down, play around, and breathe. RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED: Fulton Street Collective 1821 W. Hubbard 7pm – 10pm Free Parking