Andy's
Andy's is a quaint club on Hubbard Street, steps from the Magnificent Mile. Opened in 1951 as a local hangout, Andy's has become one of Chicago's premier jazz bars. The club features live music seven days a week and has a pub menu. Regular performers include Jordan Baskin, the Chicago Salty Dogs and John Bany.
Andy's Jazz Club
11 E. Hubbard St.
Chicago, Ill. 60611
(312) 642-6805
andysjazzclub.com/
The Back room
On historic Rush Street, the Back Room features jazz from local, regional and national musicians. The club is elegantly decorated with a rustic brick interior and showcase stage. The Back Room also features blues, funk and adult contemporary live music.
The Back Room
1007 N. Rush St.
Chicago, Ill. 60611
(312) 751-2433
backroomchicago.com/
The Joynt
The Joynt is an upscale, casual club on Dearborn Street. Open in 2008, it features three dance floors and live music seven days a week. Live jazz is performed in its special Jazz Room.
The Joynt Chicago
650 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, Ill. 60611
(312) 573-2233
thejoyntchicago.com/
Redhead Piano Bar
Located on vibrant and historic Ontario Street, Redhead Piano bar is a prime spot to sit and listen to jazz and piano favorites from a variety of players. Dave Johnson, Tom Linsk and Kenny Phelps make up the club's all-star Chicago roster of musicians. Readhead is open seven days a week and features a selection of fine cigars and an extensive wine list.
Readhead Piano Bar
16 W. Ontario St.
Chicago, Ill. 60654
(312) 640-1000
redheadpianobar.com/
Velvet Lounge
Although not extremely upscale, the Velvet Lounge is one of the most popular live music venues in the city. Owned by legendary Chicago saxophonist, Fred Anderson, the club features performances by jazz musicians from around the world. The Chicago Asian American Jazz Festival, held at the club, attracts large crowds each year. The club is open five nights a week (Wednesday through Sunday), with an open jam session every Sunday evening.
Velvet Lounge
67 E Cermak Road
Chicago, Ill. 60616
(312) 791-9050
velvetlounge.net/
About The Author
Jim Hagerty is a freelance writer and journalist. In addition to the hundreds of Web-based articles to his credit, he's a staff writer for "The Rock River Times," where he covers arts and entertainment, outdoors and human interest news events. Hagerty holds a Bachelor of Science in public relations and journalism from Northern Michigan University in Marquette.
