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- Kingston Mines. Music. Folk, country and blues. Sheffield & DePaul. This polite Lincoln Park blues club has an unusual setup—two different bands in two different rooms on two different stages, with MC Frank Pellegrino keeping things moving at all times.
- Rosa's Lounge. Clubs. Logan Square. Tucked away on burgeoning Armitage Avenue drag in Logan Square, this family-run spot is owned by local drummer Tony Mangiullo and his mother, after whom the place is named.
- Buddy Guy's Legends. Music. Music venues. Loop. Founded by Chicago blues legend Buddy Guy, this club has hosted everyone from Eric Clapton to David Bowie. Grammy trophies, worn guitars and Guy's signature polka-dot guitar straps line the walls, which serve as a display case for gifts and accolades the musician has rec ei ved.
- B.L.U.E.S. Bars. Lounges. Lincoln Park. price 1 of 4. Located just down the street from Kingston Mines, B.L.U.E.S. offers a more intimate room where you can enjoy some of the city's best blues musicians.
These places are best for blues clubs & bars in Chicago: Kingston Mines; Blue Chicago; Buddy Guy's Legends; House of Blues Chicago; Rosa's Lounge; See more blues clubs & bars in Chicago on Tripadvisor
- Blue Chicago (536 N. Clark St.) : Located in River North, Blue Chicago emphasizes female stars like locals Sheryl Youngblood, Shirley Johnson and Laretha Weathersby.
- Buddy Guy’s Legends (700 S. Wabash Ave.) : Tourists love electric guitars and long jams, and Legends, near the L tracks in the South Loop, has been serving it to them since 1989.
- Epiphany Center for the Arts (201 S. Ashland Ave.) : This church-turned-arts-campus books live events on various stages to go with its art studios and gallery.
- FitzGerald’s (6615 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn): Although founder Bill FitzGerald left his namesake club in March 2020, and new owner Will Duncan walked right into the pandemic, the Berwyn roadhouse known for the American Music Festival (July 1-4, starring North Mississippi Allstars, Marcia Ball, CJ Chenier and others) has persevered.
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This subterranean speakeasy features live music every night they’re open, with an emphasis on the blues. Just find the secret door inside The Hampton Social, then head down the stairs into the sleek lounge filled with gold accents and leather couches. Grab a spot by the stage to be close to the action, or hang out in the back and sip on The Bassmen...
Sing the blues in River North at this casual, late-night hang out. Showcasing Chicago’s signature electrified blues and other blues styles, Blue Chicago has hosted greats like Koko Taylor, Willie Kent, Johnny B. Moore, Magic Slim, Eddie Clearwater, and Eddie Shaw over the years. Known for high-energy performances and a welcoming atmosphere, Blue Ch...
It doesn’t get much more legendary than Buddy Guy. He’s a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a multi-GRAMMY Award winner, and an early adopter of Chicago’s electrified blues sound. His Chicago club, Buddy Guy’s Legends, is a bucket list stop for blues fans from all over. You can even catch Buddy perform there live every January. The rest of the y...
The House of Blues brings the spirit of the Mississippi Delta to Chicago. Located in the heart of downtown at the iconic Marina City, the House of Blues features an intimate atmosphere, state-of-the-art sound, a restaurant with Southern-inspired fare, VIP accommodations, and more. You’ll find a solid calendar of renowned blues musicians, along with...
An epicenter of local blues, Kingston Mines is known for its non-stop blues shows every night of the week. The north-side fixture got its start back in 1968, making it Chicago’s oldest and largest continuously running blues club. The venue’s set up features two stages, where bands’ alternating sets keep the music going past well past 3 a.m. each ni...
Both new and seasoned blues fan will feel right at home in Rosa’s Lounge, a great blues club and classic neighborhood bar. Rosa’s was founded by an Italian immigrant who traveled to Chicago in 1978 after a life-changing meeting with Junior Wells and Buddy Guy in Milan. The family-owned lounge, inspired by the spirit of the south-side clubs where Ch...
Learn about the history and style of Chicago blues, the only-in-Chicago music that was born in the city. Discover some of the best venues to hear live blues music in Chicago, from the free Chicago Blues Festival to the legendary Buddy Guy's Legends.
Kingston Mines is a world-famous blues nightclub in Lincoln Park, Chicago, Illinois. The club was awarded the Chicago Reader’s 2016 Best Blues Club, Chicago Music Awards 2016 Most Popular Blues Club Award (again!) & 2016 Torch Bearer of Blues in Chicago Award, a Chicago Concierge Favorites Award and a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence.
Top 10 Best Blues Bars in Chicago, IL - May 2024 - Yelp - Rosa's Lounge, Blue Chicago, Kingston Mines, Buddy Guy's Legends, Jazz Showcase, Green Mill, The Water Hole Chicago, Winter's Jazz Club, Andy's Jazz Club, House of Blues - Music Venue.
Buddy Guy's Legends is the premier blues club located in Chicago, Illinois. Owned and operated by the Grammy winning blues legend himself, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Buddy Guy.
