This place can get pretty crazy. I have been here for sold out shows before and they pack people in like sardines. Does the Fire Marshall know about this? Anyway they do get in some amazing acts;... More

This place can get pretty crazy. I have been here for sold out shows before and they pack people in like sardines. Does the Fire Marshall know about this? Anyway they do get in some amazing acts; Punk, Metal, Rock, Alt etc... Some of the biggest names in the bus. have wanted to play here to "reconnect the the people" I guess. After playing giant stadiums it must be refreshing for them to go back to a club like this to remind them of their roots. Alot of up in coming bands play here as well in this no-frills club. You can often get free tix to these shows. I heard rumours it was going to close 20 years ago due to falling plaster. Let's hope they have done all the repairs needed. No seating is available on the main floor. Party on Wayne!!!!
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Pushy, pushy, pushy. The operate a great performance space, with good acoustics, great views, and bars, but there's no atmosphere or courtesy, and raging bouncers milling all about. They're... More

Pushy, pushy, pushy. The operate a great performance space, with good acoustics, great views, and bars, but there's no atmosphere or courtesy, and raging bouncers milling all about. They're definitely in it more for merch & booze sales. This is probably another place that you'll probably end up attending, just because they have your favorite band. Just try to bypass everything and go straight to the concert floor.
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This place is a dump (IMO) but they have some of the best rock bands coming through these doors. It's a legend, mostly for the 500 degree temperatures (not kidding) but especially for the... More

This place is a dump (IMO) but they have some of the best rock bands coming through these doors. It's a legend, mostly for the 500 degree temperatures (not kidding) but especially for the assortment of characters that frequent this club. If you are over the age of 25, you may find it annoying. Check the local Reader for the details on which bands will be performing here. Metro is a nightmare for parking, so I would take the Red Line or buses if you can.
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Just wanted to add my two cents about this place in Chicago where some of the greatest musical performers have played. I must recommend the Metro. It can be crowded and finding parking is a... More

Just wanted to add my two cents about this place in Chicago where some of the greatest musical performers have played. I must recommend the Metro. It can be crowded and finding parking is a nightmare, but in the end, this place does it right. I have seen shows by Bob Mould and two Flaming Lips shows on New Years Eve. The place is all about standing, drinking and smoking, but it's sound is great and you can practically reach out and touch the performers. There'sa balcony you can enjoy in order to get a bird's-eye view of things. The drinks must be great because everyone around me usually has one. The stage is situated perfectly so you can see everything even over the heads of the crowd. My claustrophbobia kicks in here from time to time, but it's worth it. There's also a separate, smaller, bar and club downstairs from the main stage. I have not been in there, but I have a lot of friends who say that is worth a visit in and of itself. For my money, it's the only thing worth going to Wrigleyville for.
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As far as live shows go, the Metro is the best live performance venue in Chicago—it’s big enough to attract major big-name acts, but it’s small enough so you can see those acts up close and... More

As far as live shows go, the Metro is the best live performance venue in Chicago—it’s big enough to attract major big-name acts, but it’s small enough so you can see those acts up close and personal. I recently saw Jimmy Eat World at the Metro, and it was such a major improvement than when I saw them at the Riviera Theatre (another venue in Chicago)—you’re awestruck at the fact that you can get so much closer to the band no matter where you might be standing. In addition, the booking is sharp, meaning that many up-and-coming bands (especially local talent) play their first “big shows” at the Metro before blowing up nationally—so if you want so say that you saw a band before they became hugely famous, the Metro is often your last chance to do so. One small tip: If you plan on hitting a show during a Cubs night game (Wrigley Field is down the block), forget about finding easy parking—you’ve been warned…
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Okay this place is great. I love the fact that it has a second story where you can sit and watch the concert without anyone in front of you. Yes, make the standing people be below. I would like to... More

Okay this place is great. I love the fact that it has a second story where you can sit and watch the concert without anyone in front of you. Yes, make the standing people be below. I would like to see and hear and concert thank you! Plus the security guards where making us laugh at all the funny things people were asking as we waited in line outside.
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Metro, The metro is one of my favorite places to see a show. Because the place is quite small, in comparison with other venues, you are able to get closer to the band. The dance floor will get... More

Metro, The metro is one of my favorite places to see a show. Because the place is quite small, in comparison with other venues, you are able to get closer to the band. The dance floor will get crowded at good show, but I think that this is the point of a good show. Their staff is sweet and very laid back. I would recommend not visiting their restrooms, as they are not hygienically sound. Furthermore, there definitely going to be a long wait. There is nothing glamorous about this place. But it is Chicago.
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The staff sometimes borders on rude and the bathrooms are nothing to write home about and the entire place is dark and grungy. But it's really more gritty punk classic, like a grandmother who likes... More

The staff sometimes borders on rude and the bathrooms are nothing to write home about and the entire place is dark and grungy. But it's really more gritty punk classic, like a grandmother who likes to wear leather and rock out to the Stones in her Caddy. The crowd here is always high-energy, the sound is good and the bands really seem to enjoy playing on this stage. I've seen some really incredible shows here, my favorite probably being Jets to Brazil. I've also been to friends' performances here, which is always a great experience for them and me. I also think Metro tries to cater to all variances of the local music scene, so whatever your preference, you will find a band you like playing here.
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I love the Metro. It's an intimate enough venue to really feel close to the bands, but large enough to get away from the creep on the other side of you. I've been here twice. Once to see my friend... More

I love the Metro. It's an intimate enough venue to really feel close to the bands, but large enough to get away from the creep on the other side of you. I've been here twice. Once to see my friend Erick (whose in the picture with me) play and another time to see a band I really enjoy. The drinks are reasonably priced and the music is awesome.
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I've been going to the Metro for 16 years. I love it because it is a very "no nonsense" kind of place. It is about the music, plain and simple. It's very small, and very much like being in... More

I've been going to the Metro for 16 years. I love it because it is a very "no nonsense" kind of place. It is about the music, plain and simple. It's very small, and very much like being in someone's basement. The sounds quality is good, and the waitresses are fantastic about making sure you always have a drink. We usually try to get a table upstairs. The booze is DIRT cheap. You can't beat it. (beer selection sucks, but its cheaper to drink the hard stuff here). And after the show you get free admission into the Smart Bar (a great little dance club that has very expensive booze).
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