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Best Metal & Hard Rock in Chicago

Dream Theater at The Chicago Theatre

Dream Theater

Never a band to skimp on ambition, Dream Theater has announced their massive North American tour in celebration of their 40th anniversary. As always with this exceptional prog-rock band, these shows will be spectacular fusions of music, lighting, and stage design. Expect deep cuts, classic hits, fan favorites and brand newer anthems!

Steel Panther at House of Blues

Steel Panther

Steel Panther have taken their parody of '80s glam metal to a whole new level. Through their undying commitment to sleazy lyrics, skin-tight leather, and genuine musical chops, the L.A. band have now reached the same level of fame as a lot of the groups they're aping. They've headlined Wembley and have toured with the likes of Judas Priest and Guns N' Roses.

Underoath at Salt Shed - Indoor Shed

Underoath

Christian metal-rockers Underoath are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their fourth and breakthrough album, 'They're Only Chasing Safety,' in the best way possible: with a new tour! Kicking off in early fall, this tour will showcase all songs from the album as well as fan favorites. They're ready to give you a night to remember, so don't miss it!

Refused at Salt Shed - Indoor Shed

Refused

Originating from Umea, Swedish hardcore punk band Refused formed in 1991. Enjoying a long and lasting legacy thanks to their unique blend of hardcore, punk and metal, the outfit broke many a rocker's heart when they split up following the release of the seminal album The Shape of Punk To Come in 1998. Luckily the punk gods intervened and the outfit announced their long-awaited reunion in 2012, a miracle considering the band's original and explicit declaration to never reunite! But now, the Swedish outfit are breaking up once again and kick off their farewell tour next year!

Bret Michaels at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana

Bret Michaels

Poison was at the forefront of the Glam metal scene in the 80s and 90s, their leading man Bret Michaels was launched into superstardom and hasn't come down since. Although Poison are still live and kickin' Michaels has forged a glittering solo career, don't miss him live!

Apocalyptica at Athenaeum Theater

Apocalyptica

It's been over 20 years since Apocalyptica first put forth their unholy alliance of metal and classical music in the form of debut album Plays Metallica by Four Cellos. The Finnish cello metal band formed with the intention of playing Metallica and other heavy metal band covers, but each subsequent release featured more and more original music until fourth album Reflections announced their fully-fledged status as original artists.

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