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Chicago’s Independent Music Venues Contribute $2.8 Billion to Local Economy Proving An Important Pulse On The Scene But Is It Enough

Jan 21, 2026 admin_bitlc Breaking News, Features, Local Loop, Music News, Reviews, This Just In 0

By: Ryan Arnold CHICAGO (Jan. 21, 2026) – Independent live music venues in Chicago generate $2.8 billion in annual economic output, support nearly 17,000 jobs, and deliver $184.9 million...

Chicago Band The Head Caution Team Up With WREX And Guns & Ammunition For One Night Only At Live Wire Lounge

Jan 20, 2026 admin_bitlc Features, Local Loop, Music News, Reviews, This Just In 0

Friday, January 23rd, 2026. 7:30 pm. $10. 21+ Back in 1965, Andrew Zelek, the proprietor of the Peacock Tavern, was gunned down with extreme prejudice while closing up his bar […]

Chicago Country Music Festival Windy City Smokeout Announces 2026 LineUp That Extends Fest To 5 Days

Jan 13, 2026 admin_bitlc Breaking News, Features, Music News, Reviews, This Just In 0

Chicago’s Country Music, BBQ and Craft Beer Festival is coming back. This year growing in size and numbers as they will now be a 5 day event. The fest will […]

Chicago Artist, Poet and Musician, Scott Wills To Perform Selections of Peace, Vitality & Joy at The Print Shop Live

Jan 07, 2026 admin_bitlc Breaking News, Features, Music News, Reviews, This Just In 0

Save the date. On February 15th, 2026, Scott Wills & Band will be performing selections from the Manatauck catalog and Claxton Clay’s new album, Plainsong. This will be a first […]

In The Loop Magazine Nominated For Chicago’s ‘Best Independent Website’ Vote Now To Help Us Win

Dec 08, 2025 admin_bitlc Breaking News, Features, Local Loop, Music News, Reviews, This Just In 0

Hey Chicago! Well, this is quite the honor. Thank you to all who voted us in! We’re one of five for Chicago’s ‘Best Independent Website’. Now… Please vote – In...

A Swingin’ Sleigh Ride: Squirrel Nut Zippers to Hit the Road for the Holidays With One Night Only Here In Chicago

Dec 03, 2025 admin_bitlc Features, Music News, Reviews, This Just In 0

The Squirrel Nut Zippers are back on their annual Christmas Caravan Tour and will be playing one night here in Chicago at The Park West. This is a must see […]