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Beau Wanzer

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.

by Teddy Sandler | August 5, 2025

Beau Wanzer’s Notes from the Chicago Underground

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by Todd Hieggelke | July 29, 2025

Music Top 5: August 2025

by Duke Shin | July 14, 2009

Preview: Adult./Sonotheque

by Duke Shin | May 8, 2008

Tip of the Week: Jackson: James T. Cotton, Traxx, Beau Wanzer (live)

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