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Carol’s Pub is one of Chicago’s best-known country bars, with a live-music program built around local and touring country, honky-tonk, roots, and Americana acts. The atmosphere is late-night, social, and dance-friendly rather than listening-room quiet. Country, Texas country, classic country, Southern rock, Western swing, Americana, and high-energy cover bands are the natural fits. For musicians, a full band works well, and strong vocals plus a rhythm section that can keep the room moving are especially valuable. Original material can work when it sits naturally alongside familiar danceable songs. The audience comes expecting live country music and a rowdy bar atmosphere, so stage personality matters. Carol’s Pub is a strong Chicago target for country and roots artists looking for an authentic honky-tonk setting and a crowd that understands the format.

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carolspub@gmail.com
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Capacity
200
Capacity notes
approximately.
Age policy
21+
Genres
Acoustic, Americana, Classic Rock, Country, Folk, Honky Tonk, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Soul, Southern Rock, Top 40
Sound & production
House sound system
Address
4659 N. Clark Street, 60640, United States
Venue phone
(773) 754-8000

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