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Blue Chicago. 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.
Chicago Blues, Live Vol. 1 This hour long video sees some of the greatest blues musicians performing live at Buddy Guy's Tavern in Chicago. Featuring performances from George Baze, Pistol...
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Chicago blues is a form of blues music that developed in Chicago, Illinois. It is based on earlier blues idioms, such as Delta blues, but is performed in an urban style. It developed alongside the Great Migration of African Americans of the first half of the twentieth century.
Enjoy 2024 songs from the 1950s Chicago blues scene, featuring legends like Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Buddy Guy and more. This playlist showcases the electric and amplified blues that influenced rock 'n roll.
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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.
Jun 12, 2020 · From Big Boss Man to Smokestack Lightnin’, these are the stories of the landmark records that electrified the blues and put Chicago on the map.
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Our mission is to promote and preserve Chicago’s blues music and to connect with blues fans all over the world. Our Guide section helps visitors plan their trip to hear the blues when they come to Sweet Home Chicago. Our weekly HOT shows column lists upcoming top shows.