The Spiders features Tony Romero on trumpet, Ken Thompson on guitar, Devin Foster on bass, and Isaiah Spencer on drums. They will come together on Thursday, February 20 for “A tribute to love sound”. This will be a collection of standards reimagined spontaneously and free. Enjoy a cocktail and kick back in deep thought with some jazz served raw.

A unique experience that criss-crosses through textures of country, folk & classical
while hinting at the spirit of musical theater/cabaret. The songwriting is led by composer/arranger, Keith Kusterer and is amplified by the genre-bending vocal stylings of Christina Pecce, sonorous upright bass slaps of Jeff Parker and Chicago’s own virtuoso gem of a pianist/composer, Casey Cross.

Slow Riser is a Chicago-based dark indie-pop project comprised of two longtime musical collaborators, Ian Young and Claire Watkins (Scout Ripley, Morning Arms). On their nocturnal-themed debut album, 'Midnight Talks', the duo explores the ways age, mental state, season, and location inform our ever-changing relationship with the night. Underpinning their lyrical vignettes is a tapestry of reverb-drenched guitars, soaring strings, ethereal synths, and downtempo beats. The result is an emotionally and sonically dynamic album that occupies the liminal space between genres.

Medical Miracle is A Chicago indie rock band powered by twinkly guitars and sad hearts.

Laura Cai is a recording artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based out of Chicago.

As a singer, keyboardist, cellist, guitarist, and bassist, Laura has lent her range of talents to a variety of live and studio projects across diverse genres for more than a decade. She has worked as a studio musician, recording and arranging songs that have together amassed millions of streams. As a live musician, Laura has toured both domestically and internationally, playing in venues spanning from intimate coffee shops to sold-out theaters to arenas of thousands.

Laura has had songs placed with CBS and Walmart alongside Grammy-nominated producer Oh, Hush! and created viral videos with recording artist Alex Blue. She currently plays weekly at piano bars around the city as she continues to hone her skills as an up-and-coming producer, mixer, and masterer.

Thalia Hall is once again opening all of its doors for another edition of the Thalia Hall Free For All, a free-admission full-building crawl featuring programming across Punch House, Tack Room, and the venue's main stage plus some extra surprises along the way. 

The Thalia Hall Free For All line up is here! 

Thalia Hall:

Model/Actriz

blood club

bugsy

Old Coke

Fantasma Negra

with special performance by Inspired by Favor

Tack Room: 

The Slaps

Accessory

Groppler Zorn Trio

Kevan Eftekhari

Punch House:

Will Galvan

Drag Show hosted by Cléo La Muñeca

Bingo hosted by Marijuana Brothers

Wander the building and experience live music in one of our spaces at any given point, peruse a vendor market carefully curated by Refine Collective, visit our bars for chances to win merch and tickets, indulge in the culinary offerings of Mariscos San Pedro, and participate in a number of games and other activities along the way. 

Presented in part by WBEZ. This event is entirely free, but on-site donations benefiting the Pilsen Food Pantry are greatly encouraged.

RSVP does not guarantee entry and is subject to capacity.

RSVP HERE.

Sometimes you have to create your own luck in this world. Join Lovergirl Creates at Tack Room to make your own lucky charm necklace or bracelet! Price includes chains, a variety of handmade and thrifted charms, findings, beads, use of tools, and live instruction. Have some old jewelry with pendants or beads you like? Bring them on in and we will show you how to take them apart and create something new!

Buy tickets here: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/lucky-charms-with-lovergirl-creates-tack-room-tickets/13681624?pl=thalia3

Chicago based saxophonist Kyle Madsen is known as one of the most versatile musicians in the midwest. Throughout his career as a sideman and bandleader, he has performed with an eclectic mix of artists, performing many various styles of music. In Chicago, he has a presence in the vastly diverse music scene, performing everything from merengue, hip hop, jazz, blues, punk, jam band, funk, pop, samba, reggae, free music and more. He has performed with bands such as Chicago Afrobeat Project, Big Star, This Must Be The Band, Genome, Oro Solido, Mungion, Chicago Samba, Big Band Boom, and many others.

Throughout his career, Kyle has performed at a wide range of Chicagoland venues including The Vic Theater, Park West, The Green Mill, Double Door, Navy Pier, Buddy Guy's Legends, Martyrs', Andy's Jazz Club, Schubas, The Jazz Showcase  and more. He has performed at major regional and national festivals, including The Chicago Blues Festival, Chicago Puerto Rican Fest, Milwaukee SummerFest, Wakarusa Music Festival, SummerCamp Music Fest, and others nation-wide. In 2023, he released his first album as a leader - Kyle Madsen Trio “Celestial Beings”. 

Kyle Madsen - Saxophone
Doug Ferdinand - Organ

Sophia Cruz is a Funk and Neo-Soul singer and musician from Chicago, influenced by artists like Stevie Wonder, Sade, Hiatus Kaiyote, and Amy Winehouse. She grew up in a musical household, which inspired her to become a multi-instrumentalist. Sophia holds a degree in vocal performance and a minor in music business from Columbia College Chicago. As the lead singer of a Funk and Neo-Soul band, she writes, records, and performs original music with soulful vocals and funky grooves. She has performed at various Chicago venues, including Subterranean, Sleeping Village, and Navy Pier.

Spencer Schillerstrom is a Chicago-based saxophonist, educator, and composer. Spencer has taken his unique sound, a combination of jazz, funk, and soul, to venues all over the midwest as a bandleader and sideman at venues such as Andy's Jazz Club, The Chicago Jazz Showcase, The Promontory, and currently holds a residency at The Waterfront Cafe. Spencer holds an MFA from DePaul University in Jazz Saxophone and is a Tenor Madness Saxophones Artist. As an educator, Spencer has held positions at DePauw University, the British International School of Chicago, and, currently, Hinsdale South High School as the saxophone studio paraprofessional and jazz program co-director. "Introducing Spencer Schillerstrom" is now available on all streaming platforms.

Tyler Stock is the singer / songwriter of Chicago band The Laughing Hearts. Tyler’s songwriting is characterized by its classic rock n roll energy combined with modern pop hooks and sincere introspective lyrics. The Laughing Hearts have become a fixture of the Chicago music scene through countless live performances, both with the full band and as a solo acoustic act. They have published a wide range of songs from the self-titled EP in 2017 featuring the song “Wabash” to the more recent full-length album “TRACES” which contains a wide range of styles from crooning power ballads to classic rock, americana, and folk.

The Laughing Hearts are currently working on a 3-song EP for release late spring and a live album that will follow shortly after.

Risa Rubin is a singer songwriter and harp player originally from LA. Her last two releases have been on the top 100 album lists on Bandcamp. She is a multimedia artist and now a Chicagoan. She also makes puppets, and performs regularly in the musical/comedic duo the Salmon Sisters at Color Club. She is so excited to return to the Tack Room. 

Night Beach makes bedroom pop music that got up and went outside. Expect dreamy melodies and lush, full arrangements.

Laura Cai is a recording artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based out of Chicago.

As a singer, keyboardist, cellist, guitarist, and bassist, Laura has lent her range of talents to a variety of live and studio projects across diverse genres for more than a decade. She has worked as a studio musician, recording and arranging songs that have together amassed millions of streams. As a live musician, Laura has toured both domestically and internationally, playing in venues spanning from intimate coffee shops to sold-out theaters to arenas of thousands.

Laura has had songs placed with CBS and Walmart alongside Grammy-nominated producer Oh, Hush! and created viral videos with recording artist Alex Blue. She currently plays weekly at piano bars around the city as she continues to hone her skills as an up-and-coming producer, mixer, and masterer.

Lydia Cash grew up in Birmingham, Alabama. She moved to Chicago on a whim in 2013, and her love for the city has since become a wellspring of inspiration for her music.

Cash's latest release, “Blush,” feels almost like reading a secret– the five songs are beacons of authenticity where she reveals the innermost workings of her heart’s loves and losses. Each song is a unique confessional, a portrait of a moment in time, poured out of her like the best bottle of wine on a back porch. Heartache, new romance, and introspection are all common themes that are held together with threads of vulnerable moments– a shared cigarette, a head on a shoulder. Her delicate melodies, enrapturing voice, and a pedal steel twang showcase this native Alabamian/Chicago transplant’s dichotomy of grit and sweetness. 

Stephen Schuch, a resident of Chicago, has been captivating audiences with his performances for the past 15 years. Deeply influenced by the soulful sounds of Stevie Wonder and the timeless classics of Motown, Stephen also finds inspiration in the works of legendary artists such as Jim Croce, John Legend, and The Beatles.

Throughout his career, Stephen has made notable appearances on prominent Chicago media outlets, including 98.7 WFMT, WGN, and NBC. His dedication to his craft and his ability to connect with audiences have made him a beloved figure in the Chicago music scene.

stephenschuch.com

Kevin Fort has established himself as one of the most in-demand pianists on the Chicago jazz scene. Praised for his “thrilling virtuosity and agile, vibrant improvisations,” (Chicago Jazz Magazine) and as “one of those rare piano players who can temper his technical brilliance in the service of the composition” (Scene Newspaper).  Kevin is a champion of the straight-ahead jazz tradition while embracing modern influences.  He has performed and/or recorded with artists such as Bob Brookmeyer, John Clayton, James Moody, Ira Sullivan, Slide Hampton, Phil Woods, Steve Turre, Bill Watrous, John Pizzarelli, Harry Allen, Melissa Aldana, and Makaya McCraven.

Currently, Kevin serves as a faculty member at the Northwestern University Bienen School of Music, where he mentors the next generation of jazz musicians.
 
Kevin Fort is a Yamaha Artist.

Megan Hozick is an indie rock singer-songwriter specializing in high-energy tunes with creative, humorous, and compelling lyrics. Catchy melodies, powerhouse vocals, and clever words come together to create her unique style that's a little bit folk, a little bit punk rock, and a whole lotta heart!!

Laura Cai is a recording artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based out of Chicago.

As a singer, keyboardist, cellist, guitarist, and bassist, Laura has lent her range of talents to a variety of live and studio projects across diverse genres for more than a decade. She has worked as a studio musician, recording and arranging songs that have together amassed millions of streams. As a live musician, Laura has toured both domestically and internationally, playing in venues spanning from intimate coffee shops to sold-out theaters to arenas of thousands.

Laura has had songs placed with CBS and Walmart alongside Grammy-nominated producer Oh, Hush! and created viral videos with recording artist Alex Blue. She currently plays weekly at piano bars around the city as she continues to hone her skills as an up-and-coming producer, mixer, and masterer.

Over the past 20 years, Rachel Swain has captivated audiences across genres with her powerful voice and rich songwriting. Born and raised in Austin, Texas, later moving to Houston, she developed a passion for music from a young age; Swain frequently watched her parents perform in various nightclubs around Houston. After her family relocated to Chicago where she is still based, she began to cut her teeth as a performer and songwriter, learning to play the fiddle, guitar, and bass and playing in projects from indie rock to 60s French pop. Her work has been named Performer Magazine’s April 2014 Vinyl of the Month, was featured by Fred Mills of Spin and Blurt Magazine on Blurt Online, and made Walt Falconer’s of The Falcon’s Nest, Top-10 Records of 2014 list.

Raised on rodeo and rock and roll, her musical influences span country, bluegrass, Americana, and soul. Swain's music is honest, soulful, and steeped in her Texas roots. Soaring melodies are complimented by her bold and dynamic vocals, with themes that speak to a range of human experience, including loss, love, and redemption. Listeners will notice nods to new and classic country in her eclectic and nuanced music. She performs solo and with her band, The Swains. Her highly anticipated debut solo releases are due out early 2025.

Jennifer Femme is telling stories. Stories about love. Stories about her dramatic internal world. Stories about rain, the sun, and a man named Big Willy. With her unique background in classical violin and jazz guitar, she tells these stories with a voice both earthy and soaring, heart-wrenching and tongue-in-cheek. She has made a name for herself in Chicago playing countless shows around the city (both solo and with her band), hosting open mics, and founding The Purple Teapot: a DIY performance space which offers queer artists of many disciplines a place to hone their craft and make connections. She has released an E.P., a live album, and is currently hard at work on her debut studio album. Visit jenniferfemme.com and follow her on Instagram @jennifer_femme for updates.

The Anacleto Trio is lead by drummer/percussionist and composer Alex Santilli. The Chicago native is the current percussionist for major soul giants "Thee Sacred Souls" as well as playing in a plethora of Chicago groups and collectives. Ranging from jazz to the free/avant garde to Afro Cuban, Brazilian music and contemporary groove,beat and soul music. The self proclaimed Ethnomusicologist has traveled all over doing fieldwork , in search of the rhythms/songs that bind humanity. His music and performances are a complete reflection of this with a rotating cast of incredible musicians, the music stays current and always moving forward while still grounded in the classics. He has taken the artist name "Anacleto" (named after his grandfather) and has released and is currently releasing more music under the name " The Adventures of Anacleto" a mix of compositions/productions and improvisations. 

Laura Cai is a recording artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based out of Chicago.

As a singer, keyboardist, cellist, guitarist, and bassist, Laura has lent her range of talents to a variety of live and studio projects across diverse genres for more than a decade. She has worked as a studio musician, recording and arranging songs that have together amassed millions of streams. As a live musician, Laura has toured both domestically and internationally, playing in venues spanning from intimate coffee shops to sold-out theaters to arenas of thousands.

Laura has had songs placed with CBS and Walmart alongside Grammy-nominated producer Oh, Hush! and created viral videos with recording artist Alex Blue. She currently plays weekly at piano bars around the city as she continues to hone her skills as an up-and-coming producer, mixer, and masterer.