Heavy Chicago

08/15/2025

Last 2 shows of 2025 are happening this weekend at:

W/ Red Devil Vortex
📍Aug 15th - Chicago, IL (Live Wire)
📍Aug 17th - Detroit, MI (Smalls Bar)

Tickets at reddevilvortex. com

Pics by Mike Savoia

08/14/2025

They finally made it here from Australia! Are you ready for Metal mayhem this Saturday night?

21+ doors @6

08/14/2025

This Friday at LiveWire Lounge Chicago

Chicago, it's been 25 years, but we'll see you THIS FRIDAY, Aug 15th, to make up for all this time!!

Come to Live Wire to rock with us and Red Devil Vortex

📍Aug 15th - Chicago, IL (Live Wire)
Tickets at reddevilvortex. com

Followed by:
📍Aug 17th - Detroit, MI (Smalls Bar)

Pics by Mike Savoia

04/11/2025

🔥 THE RUMBLE 2025 – SINGLE DAY LINEUPS DROP + TICKETS 🔥

It’s time to plan your pit strategy!
TODAY we’re revealing the single day lineups for The Rumble—and limited single day tickets will go on sale at the same time!

This is your chance to lock in your spot for one of the wildest weekends in hardcore, June 27–28 at the Cobra Lounge Parking Lot in Chicago.

🎟 TIX LINKS — GRAB 'EM FAST:
🖤 Friday Only: https://link.dice.fm/g7e42eeff686
🖤 Saturday Only: https://link.dice.fm/ra786c1ee0bc
🖤 Weekend Pass: https://link.dice.fm/Q99ac81128c6

💥 Tag your crew. Set your alarms. And get ready to throw down.

Presented by &

03/28/2025

🔥 FOREVER DEAF FEST VI – Destroying Ears One Riff at a Time 🔥
Get ready for three nights of pure sonic devastation at Forever Deaf Fest VI!

⚡ March 28 – FDF Pre-Party at Live Wire Lounge
🤘 March 29 – FOREVER DEAF FEST 6 at Sleeping Village (with the legendary INTEGRITY headlining!)
🔥 March 30 – FDF Post-Party at Live Wire Lounge

💀 Featuring bands like:
🎸 Integrity, Flesh & Blood Robot, Wolf of the Mortuary, Psywarfare, Sarin, Barren Heir, and many more!

🎟 TICKETS: https://dice.fm/event/6d7wdb-forever-deaf-fest-6-29th-mar-sleeping-village-chicago-tickets

Pre-Party: $15 (21+)
Main Event: $33 ADV / $40 DOS (21+)
Post-Party: $15 (21+)
📍 VENUES:
Sleeping Village – 3734 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Live Wire Lounge – 3394 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
💀 DON’T MISS OUT! Grab your tickets, bring your earplugs, and prepare for absolute sonic destruction!

11/09/2024

🔥 Celebrating Heavy Chicago II: Thanks to Our Fans, Partners, and Everyone Who Made It Epic! 🔥

A heartfelt thank you to each and everyone of you for joining us and supporting Heavy Chicago II! Your energy, passion, and enthusiasm brought this event to life in ways we’ll never forget. It's your presence—whether on stage, in the crowd, or cheering us on from afar—that turns a show into something truly special, and we are so grateful for it.

A special thank you to Sean Duffy and Dave Hornyak for putting this incredible festival together. We couldn't have done it without your vision and hard work. We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to all our amazing partners:

Pabst Blue Ribbon, for being there with us from the very beginning and consistently supporting our vision. Your unwavering commitment to the heavy music community helped make this event possible. From the cold brews to the energy you bring, you've truly helped set the tone for this festival.

Kuma's Corner, whose legendary burgers and rock 'n' roll spirit have been fueling us for years. Thank you for not only serving up some of the best food in the city, but for embodying the heart and soul of the metal scene. Your passion for both great food and great music is felt every time we come together, and we're so grateful for your continued support.

Rebel Radio, for helping spread the word and getting the crowd hyped.

3 Floyds Brewing, for their awesome brews and continued support.

DJ Carrie Monster, whose unmatched enthusiasm and energy lit up the event.

Mark Kadzielawa, for documenting the entire affair and capturing the moments that will live on forever. Here are some samples of Mark's incredible work.
https://69facesofrock.blogspot.com

HEAVY CHICAGO II VIDEOS BY MARK KADZIELAWA
https://www.youtube.com//videos

The Skull - Day 3 of Heavy Chicago
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49ty5b6f2Kw&t=99s

Cynic - Day 3 of Heavy Chicago
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWi0xHPEXKw&t=276s

Avernus - Day 1 of Heavy Chicago
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPQsRI3RBHc&t=40s

The Crosses - Day 2 of Heavy Chicago
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJGetxQlJ2o

Your dedication to the metal community is inspiring, and together, we've created memories that will resonate long after the music stops. Here's to the music, the connections, and the shared love of heavy sounds that unite us all.

We can’t wait to rock with you again at future events!

11/09/2024

I hope you had the chance to witness Legions Of Doom take the stage at Heavy Chicago II! If not, don’t worry—you can still experience their epic sound by grabbing their latest album.

Review by Mark Kadzielawa

Legions of Doom is not just a band, it’s an institution combined of musicians who opted to play certain style of music. The style in ques...

11/08/2024

Earthburner (Official) visiting Kuma's Corner. I hope you had the Earthburner burger yet.

11/07/2024

11/06/2024

We are endlessly grateful to Mark Kadzielawa for his dedication in documenting, photographing, and reviewing Heavy Chicago II. Mark has become an essential part of our Heavy Chicago family.

Check out his review of the closing night.

https://69facesofrock.blogspot.com/2024/11/heavy-chicago-ii-day-1-avondale-music.html