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Tune in to Chicago's Vibrant Music Scene: Beats, Jazz, and Hidden Gems

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# Beat Map: Your Guide to Chicago's Live Music Scene This Weekend & Beyond

## Episode Description

In this vibrant episode of Beat Map, your dedicated guide to Chicago's pulsating music landscape takes you on a comprehensive journey through the Windy City's most exciting upcoming shows, hidden gems, and must-visit venues.

Diving into the weekend of June 6-8, 2024, this episode delivers insider tips on three standout performances: The experimental sounds of Radio Outernational with Yr Knives at The Hideout (June 7, $15), the energetic nostalgia of Sixteen Candles at House of Blues (June 8, $25), and the episode's top pick - the Diego Rodriguez Big Band featuring Steve Wilson at Epiphany Hall (Wednesday, $25 advance/$30 day-of-show).

Your host shares passionate insights about Chicago's most beloved music venues, from the prohibition-era charm of Green Mill Cocktail Lounge to the career-launching stage at Metro and the acoustic perfection of Park West. Discover why these spaces remain essential to Chicago's musical identity.

The episode highlights local treasures like the Chicago Cellar Boys and their authentic 1920s hot jazz style, while revealing a perfect weekly music routine featuring the Chicago Jazz Composers Collective and Joel Paterson & Friends.

Looking ahead, get the inside scoop on major upcoming events including the Windy City Smokeout and Phish's three-day United Center run (July 18-20), plus an exclusive tip about Frank Russell's free performance at Epiphany Center's Courtyard (June 15) - a hidden gem featuring the official bassist for Ladysmith Black Mambazo against the Chicago skyline.

Whether you're a jazz aficionado, indie enthusiast, or mainstream music lover, this episode equips you with everything needed to navigate Chicago's diverse and thriving music scene like a true insider. Tune in for showtimes, ticket prices, venue recommendations, and the passionate perspective that only a dedicated Chicago music hunter can provide.

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