r/chicagomusicscene
26k members
r/chicagomusicscene is a subreddit with 26k members. The most common kinds of discussions are opportunities and advice requests, and the community frequently discusses band, music, drummer, looking, and guitarist, and they frequently recommend/review indie bands and guitar lessons.
The de facto Chicago Music Scene subreddit.
Popular Themes in r/chicagomusicscene
#1
Opportunities
: "Glam Punk Band Seeking Bassist"
12 posts
#2
Advice Requests
: "Any leads on tickets for cola @ empty bottle this Friday"
3 posts
#3
Self-Promotion
: "Looking for a drummer! (Hardcore)"
3 posts
#4
Solution Requests
: "ISO: Piano tuner/tech in Chicago NW neighborhood"
2 posts
Popular Topics in r/chicagomusicscene
#1
Band
23 posts
#2
Music
22 posts
#3
Drummer
: "Looking for a Drummer! (Hardcore)"
13 posts
#4
Looking
10 posts
#5
Guitarist
9 posts
#6
Bassist
7 posts
#7
Looking For
7 posts
#8
Chicago
5 posts
#9
Looking For Drummer
4 posts
#10
Singer
4 posts
Products Discussed in r/chicagomusicscene
Indie Bands
27 reviews
#1
The Hell Catz
4.5★ from 2 reviews
#2
Yiayia
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#3
Vulgar Commons
4.5★ from 2 reviews
Guitar Lessons
1 review
#1
ACM School
4.0★ from 1 review
Member Growth in r/chicagomusicscene
Yearly
+6k members(29.4%)
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Last updated: July 9, 2026