Time To See OSEES

Photo and Article by Ian Keller September 16, 2023 was a busy day for the city of  Chicago. It’s Riot Fest weekend, The Postal Service and Death Cab for Cutie are headlining the event. It’s Mexican Independence Day. But it’s also: OSEES night 2. For yet another sold out show at Thalia Hall, OSEES fans lined the block. As we made our way in we saw a beautiful chalk mural of the band along the … Continue reading Time To See OSEES

Ty Segall ‘In the Round’ at Thalia Hall

Article and Photography by Sarah Cline Ty Segall is a long-time favorite. From noisy psychedelia twinged rock to patient acoustic tracks, Segall’s prolific output guarantees that there’s something for everyone. Friday’s show marked the fifth night of Segall’s US Solo Acoustic Tour, and the show is a complete 180 from his tour this summer. The show at Thalia Hall was ‘In the Round’ meaning that instead of being on the venue’s main stage, Segall was … Continue reading Ty Segall ‘In the Round’ at Thalia Hall

Thalia Hall Gets Strange with Bartees!

Article and photos by: Jess Post This Tuesday, November 8, Bartees Strange rocked Thalia Hall.  Over the past few years, Bartees Strange (he/him), signed by the indie label 4AD, has forged a name for himself in the alternative music scene. He’s opened for big names like Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and The National to name a few.  While Pom Pom Squad was set to open for Strange, unfortunately, their tour bus was robbed in Italy … Continue reading Thalia Hall Gets Strange with Bartees!

Fruit Bats at Thalia Hall

Article and Photo by Aly Westrin  The infamous Thalia Hall, in the heart of Pilsen, filled with a crowd eager to see the Chicago native, Fruit Bats, on Friday, April 29th.   The show started at 8pm when the venue started filling up as the opener, Johanna Samuels, prepped the crowd for Fruit Bats by performing work from her newest album, Excelsior! , and sharing stories of her tour with the Fruit Bats so far. Alongside band … Continue reading Fruit Bats at Thalia Hall