The Punk Vault

Cabaret Voltaire – 9/16/26 at Metro

Last night was the second and final night of Cabaret Voltaire at Metro. Just like the night before, they filled up the place nicely. I Speak Machine was up first and just like Tuesday, Tara put on am amazing performance well worthy of fighting...

Cabaret Voltaire – 9/15/26 at Metro

Tuesday night was a very special one as it saw the long awaited return of Cabaret Voltaire to the Metro. This was the first of a two night stand and the most beloved music venue in the city. It had been over 30 years since the band played here, and...

Silver Abuse – 9/3/26 at Reggie’s Music Joint

First generation Chicago punk band, Silver Abuse, made a rare appearance headlining a really good four band bill at Reggie’s Music Joint (the bar side of the venue). It was hot as hell outside, and not much cooler inside, but at least there...

Sludgeworth – 8/30/26 at Cobra Lounge

In what should become a regular thing, yesterday Cobra Lounge hosted a Sunday matinee show when Sludgeworth headlined the second of their two record release shows, the first being the night before. It only took more than three decades, but the band...

Quicksand – 8/26/26 at Bottom Lounge

Wednesday night, Quicksand and Bane made a stop here in Chicago on their current tour to play a show at Bottom Lounge. Soul Blind was the opening band. This New York band played an interesting mix of metal/post-hardcore, grunge, and a bit of...

Nitzer Ebb – 8/22/26 at Metro

Saturday night, industrial music legends Nitzer Ebb made a welcome return to Chicago once again to headline a show at Metro. It was a three band bill that featured two veteran acts alongside a newer one that may not have been familiar to a lot of...

Eagles Of Death Metal – 8/21/26 at Metro

Friday night was an exciting night in Chicago because Eagles Of Death Metal made their return to headline a show at the beloved Metro. The place was packed full of fans eager for a good night of rock and roll. First up was Mountain Head. This three...

All – 8/5/26 at Thalia Hall

Wednesday night, the beloved brother band of the Descendents, All, made their return to Chicago to headline a show at Thalia Hall. Aside from playing Riot Fest a few years ago, I can’t recall the last time that All did a proper tour so it was...

Category - Show Reviews

Pegboy – 7/12/24 at Metro

Friday night was an old Chicago punk scene class reunion when Pegboy made their return to the Metro after a very long time. They packed the card with a great lineup of openers and the place was more than sold out and...

The Dandy Warhols – 6/27/24 at Metro

Thursday night, long time psychedelic/alternative rock darlings, The Dandy Warhols, returned to the Metro, a club they’ve frequented many times over the years. They had big competition with The Rolling Stones...

The Damned – 6/2/24 at Concord Music Hall

Sunday night was like a punk rock school reunion when multiple generations of fans packed the Concord Music Hall to witness the return of The Damned! The show was totally sold out and there was a line around the block...

Stiff Little Fingers – 5/10/24 at Metro

Friday night, beloved punk rock legends Stiff Little Fingers came to town to headline a show at the Metro. This current tour is billed as the band’s final tour and they announced that beyond this, they’ll...

Sleater-Kinney – 3/21/24 at Riviera

Thursday night, beloved indie rock band, Sleater-Kinney, made their return to Chicago to headline a show at the Riviera. It was a two-band bill and they packed the place.It was an all ages show and the crowd was a...