Chicago Electronic Music Concerts You Won’t Want to Miss
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Check out our list of the best electronic music concerts in Chicago this year – you won’t want to miss any of these shows!
Introduction
Chicago is known for many things, including its amazing electronic music concerts. If you’re a fan of electronic music, you won’t want to miss these great events. From huge festivals to intimate club shows, there’s something for everyone. Here are some of the best electronic music concerts in Chicago that you won’t want to miss.
May
If you’re into electronic music, you’re in luck- Chicago has a number of great concerts lined up this month. From big names like Skrillex to up-and-comers, there’s something for everyone. Check out our guide to the best electronic music concerts in Chicago this May.
Eris Drew
Eris Drew is a Chicago-based DJ, producer, and singer. She’s a resident DJ at the famed Smart Bar, and has played at some of the biggest clubs and festivals in the world, including Berghain, Boiler Room, and Movement Detroit. Her music is a unique blend of house, techno, and disco that is sure to get you moving. Catch her at one of her upcoming shows in May!
Honey Dijon
Honey Dijon is a Chicago-based DJ and producer who has been making waves in the electronic music scene. She will be performing at the Metropolitan Pavilion on May 5th. Honey Dijon is known for her unique style of blending house, techno, and disco. This is sure to be a night of dancing and good vibes.
Flume
May 11 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Flume is an Australian electronic musician, producer and DJ. His self-titled debut album, Flume, was released on 9 November 2012 to positive reviews, charting at number one on the ARIA Albums Chart and number six on the UK Albums Chart.
June
If you’re a fan of electronic music, then you’ll want to check out some of the concerts happening in Chicago this June. Some of the biggest names in the industry will be performing, so it’s sure to be a good time. Here are some of the electronic music concerts you won’t want to miss in Chicago this June.
Louis the Child
Louis the Child is an electronic music duo from Chicago, Illinois. The duo consists of Robby Hauldren and Freddy Kennett. They are best known for their singles “It’s Strange” and “Fire”, which peaked at number 13 and number 24 respectively on the US Billboard Dance/Electronic Songs chart.
The duo met in high school through a mutual friend, and began making music together in 2013. They gained popularity through SoundCloud, where they uploaded remixes of other artists’ songs as well as original tracks. In 2016, they released their debut EP, Love Is Alive. The EP peaked at number 5 on the US Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart.
Their debut album, Here For Now, was released on June 26, 2020.
Upcoming concerts:
June 19 – HARD Summer Music Festival – Los Angeles, CA
June 24 – Onion Normal – Missoula, MT
June 25-28 – Lightning in a Bottle – Bradley, CA
Alison Wonderland
Alison Wonderland is an Australian DJ, producer, and singer who first gained popularity in the US with her hit single “Run.” She has since released two studio albums, “Wonderland” and “Awake,” which have both topped the US Dance charts. Alison is known for her high-energy live shows, which often incorporate acrobatics and pyrotechnics. She’ll be performing at the Concord Music Hall in Chicago on June 9th.
Kaskade
Kaskade is an American EDM DJ and producer. His stage name was inspired by a nature book when he saw a picture of a waterfall and a co-worker commented “That’s a nice kaskade.” He has produced numerous hit songs including “I Remember,” “Be Still,” “Move For Me,” “Something Something,” and many more. Kaskade has been nominated for six Grammy Awards and has won two International Dance Music Awards. He is currently touring the world and will be performing in Chicago on June 9th at the UIC Pavilion.
July
Chicago electronic music concerts provide the perfect way to enjoy the summer weather and get your groove on. This July, there are plenty of great shows to choose from. Here are just a few of the electronic music concerts you won’t want to miss.
Madeon
Madeon is an electronic music producer from France. His music is a mix of several genres, including house, electro, and dubstep. He has released four studio albums and numerous singles. His most recent album, Good Faith, was released in 2019.
Madeon will be performing at the Empty Bottle in Chicago on July 21st.
ODESZA
ODESZA is an American electronic music duo from Bellingham, Washington, consisting of Harrison Mills (Catacombkid) and Clayton Knight (BeachesBeaches). Their debut album, Summer’s Gone, was released in September 2012 to much acclaim in the electronic community. The group has since released two more albums, In Return in 2014 and A Moment Apart in 2017, both to critical and popular success. The duo is currently signed to Counter Records, a subsidiary of Ninja Tune.
ODESZA’s music has been described as “dreamy”, “lush”, and “cinematic”, featuring heavy use of samples combined with live instrumentation. The group frequently makes use of guitars, piano, and organic percussion in their productions.Their sound has been compared to that of Bonobo, Tycho, and Pretty Lights.
Seven Lions
Seven Lions is an American record producer, remixer and DJ from Santa Barbara, California. His style blends trance, progressive house and dubstep. He is best known for his 2013 single “Strangers”, which topped the Beatport charts for 16 consecutive weeks. Seven Lions will be performing at the Concord Music Hall on July 13th.
Conclusion
Now that you know a little more about electronic music and the different types of concerts you can see, make sure to check out some of these great upcoming shows in Chicago! With such a thriving electronic music scene, you’re sure to find a show that you’ll enjoy.
