Pimpbot: They’re from Hawaii. They’re On Tour. They’re A Ska/Punk Band. Check out their video. “Meet Me At The Bar”, then come on out on June 3rd and meet them at Reggies Music Joint.
4-17-13 Mazzarella/Hoff/Zerang
Alloy Music Series Episode V Mazzarella/Hoff/Zerang!! Don’t miss the latest installment of the Alloy Music Series, bringing together an exciting mix of some of the most exciting, unique, and experienced composers / improvisers / performers on the local and international scene.
4-10-13 Left Lane Cruiser
My pick of the month is Left Lane Cruiser with Gun and Johnson Creek Stranglers. Why should you care that this is my pick of the month? Cuz I’m a music professional, gosh darnit! I listen to hundreds and hundreds of bands a week. So many bands I would often like to puncture my eardrums for relief. These bands though, freakin’ awesome. I assure you. Left Lane Cruiser is a Countrified/Blues/Rock band with Gun being a little more straight up Blues/Rock (with emphasis on Rock) and…
The Brooklyn-based funk army known as Turkuaz
Turkuaz makes a second appearance at Reggies Music Joint on 4-06-13. The first time around was a cold Tuesday Night and their followers came out in droves. Nothing better than to have them back on a Saturday. If you’re into Funk / Soul / Rock you’ll want to catch this band live.
Funeral Suits: Fresh New Rock from Dublin Play Reggies on 3/20/13
The best part about adding bands to the website is discovering really cool new music. Funeral Suits are an up and coming band from Dublin, Ireland. Check out a video of one of their tunes ‘All those friendly people’ taken from their debut album ‘Lily of the Valley’. Don’t miss the chance to see Funeral Suits up close and personal at Reggies before they totally hit the big time.
The Heavies: Surf Rock from Gary, Indiana
One of the great, unsung American institutions is the musical genre known as Surf Instrumental. Part unique sound, part attitude and all ROCK, the nuances between Hot Rod, Surf Instrumental, and Rock Instrumental can sometimes be blurred, but ultimately, it’s what the song conjures up in the listeners’ minds. The Heavies (from Gary, IN) keep the long tradition of great instrumental rock alive and well in the Chicago land area with their bombastic sound, yet bring in elements of contemporary…
11/18/12 The Meditations
Come experience real classic Jamaican reggae at it’s best! The Meditations are a reggae vocal harmony group from Jamaica formed in late 1974. The Meditations sang backing vocals on a number of Bob Marley songs, including “Blackman Redemption,” “Punky Reggae Party,” and “Rastaman Live Up”, as well as providing backing for Gregory Isaacs, Jimmy Cliff and The Congos (on their Heart of the Congos album). They will be sharing the stage with The Drastics and DJ Chuck Wren. This event is the after party for…
The Andreas Kapsalis & Goran Ivanovic Guitar Duo
Sunday, Feb 3rd we’ll be hosting the guitar virtuosos Andreas Kapsalis & Goran Ivanovic Guitar Duo in the music joint. Representing both Greece and Serbia, this unparallelled sound will make you do one of two things: A. Practice the guitar really hard. B. Never touch another instrument again knowing that you’ll never even get as close to good as these guys. Either way, it’s really something you have to see while you’re alive on this planet. And no, in no…
Excuse My Christmas
After the wild success of the Jan Terri comeback show in Chicago, she is returning for a once in a lifetime experience. Rumored to be at the show is a Reggies Santa taking holiday wishes and handing out his own Malort drunken life advice and bizarre, immoral gifts. Special VIP tickets holders will receive custom printed Jan Terri wrapping paper to impress their other incredibly socially awkward friends with. As if you weren’t already the coolest kid on your…
Scorpion Child
Stoner Rock from Austin, Texas. First time playing Reggies. Haven’t seen them live, but their music sounds great. Give them a listen.
10/11/12 | Easy Star All-Stars
“Easy Star All-Stars (The band that recorded dub side of the moon) are playing Reggies Thursday Oct 11th. They are doing the Thriller album!! This will be one of the best shows Reggies has ever had! Don’t miss it!!!” Burke
10/6/12 | Tav Falco’s Panther Burns and Cheater Slicks
Tav Falco’s Panther Burns and Cheater Slicks share the stage at Reggies Rock Club on October 6th. Tav is known for helping to nationally popularize country/blues/punk. They had a rotating cast of members, including Alex Chilton. Cheater Slicks are a legendary garage rock band from Boston. This is an incredible line up with Jack Of Heart from France and Daylight Robbery opening. Don’t miss this show! View Show Details
Jucifer: Sludge Metal
Formed: Athens, Georgia 1993 Genre: Sludge Metal Originally from Georgia, ear-blasting sludge band JUCIFER has been constantly touring since the early 2000s. After five albums, two EPs, and three DVDs, the duo will be taking over the Rock Club on Thursday, August 30, headlining a show of carefully selected death and doom metal bands. JUCIFER’s live show has minimalistic instrumentation, with Gazelle Amber Valentine’s harsh female vocals and massive chugging guitars, coupled with the heavy hitting drums of her…
Mike Keneally
Musical genius Mike Keneally will play a special intimate show in the music joint at reggies!! A disciple of Frank Zappa and current member of Dethklok, Keneally will play a special set of new music with Rick Musallam, songs were composed by Keneally and Andy Partridge of XTC. music lovers get ready, this will be an amazing evening that you wont soon forget!!
Val Rios Benefit Show
Long time employee of Mr. Blotto and Reggies, Val Rios passed away unexpectedly on July 31st. Mr. Blotto is doing a benefit show for Val’s family. They will be donating all the money collected at the door. Those that donate more than the $10 door fee will be able to request any song they’d like to hear and Mr. blotto will attempt to play it.Reggies will be donating prizes for a benefit raffle with all proceeds going to Val’s…
Snarky Puppy
Sometimes you see a band you’ve never heard and you know they’re headed for greatness. This happened to me when I saw Snarky Puppy play Reggies Music Joint opening up for Oso Closo back in 2008. They’re headlining the Rock Club this time on 9/21/12. If you’re into Jazz/Funk come check them out. Snarky Puppy playing Reggies full history click here.
Drug Honkey
DRUG HONKEY Formed: Chicago, 1999 Genre: Experimental Death/Doom Metal Chicago doomers DRUG HONKEY will be gracing us with their presence on July 31, opening up for local powerhouse black metal band, NACHTMYSTIUM. DRUG HONKEY has just released their fourth full-length album titled “Ghost in the Fire,” featuring ten tracks of trudging supernatural noise coupled with Paul “Honkey Head” Gillis’ anguished snarls. Thick with electronics, delay, and fuzz, DRUG HONKEY creates the rhythmic, hypnotizing atmosphere one typically associates with black metal,…
The Jetbirds
Come see The Jetbirds one of Chicago’s hottest new bands featuring Reggies own Tyler Capone open up for Cockney Rejects on July 12th. Doors open at 7:00pm. Get in early to catch their act. oi! punk
EARTHEN GRAVE w/ Rachel Barton Pine
This band has a way of taking me back in time, to high school, and making me look at the dark future at the same time. Get to the Rock Club early because they are the opening band before Gaza, and then Black Cobra.