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Spike and the Gimme Gimmes,  punk’s most chaotic supergroup/cover band, hits The House of Blues on 7/27. Expect fast guitars, questionable stage banter, and the best/worst renditions of everything from Elton John to Dolly Parton. Enter to win tickets.*

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• Ska’s not dead… It’s at The Salt Shed. Streetlight Manifesto brings their explosive live show to Chicago on 8/31. Win a pair of tickets.*

• It’s time for some DRAMA! Iconic musical Phantom of the Opera is coming to Cadillac Palace Theatre from 12/11/2025 - 2/4/2026. Enter to win tickets to the 12/13 performance! Just watch out for the chandelier.*

• The witty and romantic Jens Lekman is taking over Lincoln Hall on 11/9. Y’all know this is gonna sell out - grab your ticket!

• From the minds behind Riot Fest comes a killer lineup - A Lot Like Birds, Dwellings, Zeta, and Mella are conquering the Cobra Lounge Stage on 10/15. Get tickets!

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