Electronic/Dance

A large stage features a futuristic light display with a humanoid figure in a glowing cage, surrounded by smoke and electric effects, as a crowd watches and takes photos at night.

by Maya Surrenti | September 3, 2026

Experiencing Arc Chicago-Style A one-stop guide to all the Chicago legends and up-and-comers performing at this year's Arc Music Festival.

by Dylan Weinert | September 1, 2026

The Dawn of a New Festival Era? Brent Heyl on the City’s Music Landscape Heyl is the director of music at 16” On Center, the group behind the Salt Shed, Thalia Hall, the Empty Bottle and more. He discusses the state of the local music scene with Newcity.

A DJ wearing a hat performs under colorful, arched lights in a dark, crowded venue. The DJs arms are raised, and the vibrant lighting creates a lively party atmosphere.

by Todd Hieggelke | August 25, 2026

Music Top 5: September 2026

A performer crowdsurfs on their back under bright stage lights while audience members watch and take photos at a dark indoor concert venue.

by Maya Surrenti | August 20, 2026

Babymorocco: The Myth, The Legend A night at Schubas with London-based performance artist Clayton Pettet and his alter egos Babymorocco, Rocco Tropico and Jean Paul.

A person wearing a bright red jacket and dark pants stands under a spotlight in an otherwise dark space. They have sunglasses on and hands in pockets, with a shadow cast on the wall behind them.

by Dylan Weinert | May 12, 2026

Chet Faker Goes There and Back Again The singer-songwriter comes to the Vic in support of his new album, "A Love For Strangers,” described as a full-circle exercise.

A person wearing a long, white coat crouches on a dark beach at night, illuminated by blue and soft white light, with waves and a cloudy sky in the background.

by Joshua Bohnsack | May 5, 2026

Trusting Her Voice: Gia Margaret Is “Singing” Again The Chicago native discusses her new album, her songwriting approach and collaboration with other artists.

A person wearing headphones and a striped shirt operates a turntable at a DJ booth, surrounded by drinks and equipment in a dimly lit setting. The image is in black and white.

by Teddy Sandler | May 1, 2026

Hot on the Heels Celebrates Twenty Years of Uncomfortable Music The monthly Chicago party hosted by Beau Wanzer at the California Clipper (and previously Danny's Tavern) will mark the milestone with its first Saturday edition.

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by Teddy Sandler | April 9, 2026

“We Don’t Know Yet” Marries Experimental Sound and Vision The event, co-presented by Onion City Film Festival and the Center for Concrete and Abstract Machines, will feature AJ McClenon, Alterotics, and James Connolly, with a presentation by Aria Pedraza of the Midwest Rave Culture Archive.

A person with long dark hair lies on their side on a dark beach at night, head resting on the sand, with gentle waves and water visible in the background.

by Teddy Sandler | March 10, 2026

Malibu Brings Her Ethereal Sound to Sleeping Village Ambient French musician Barbara Braccini has the genius to turn a melody into a story and a feeling into a sound.

A dimly lit lounge with blue and pink lighting, featuring a long bench along the windows and a wall with a black-and-white checkered pattern and neon reflections.

by Teddy Sandler | February 26, 2026

Electronic Wizards Bring “A Strange Party” to Smartbar Skee Mask, Max Watts and Leesh are among the headliners in this showcase of storied musicians from the electronic dance community.