Music fans assumed that the best concerts and internationally renowned musicians stop huge stadiums and auditoriums legendary Chicago. young and fabulous come from the city to small urban places care alternative bands up-and-coming. But if you listen to the sounds drifting from the suburbs, you'll find in Chicago also reveals the musical treasures that are easy on the ears, attitude, and his wallet - and a perfect fit for those who want something not too large not-too-hip, and right just to enjoy good company and good music. If you want to enjoy live music in a smaller venue that books the quality of the big city, give these a spin.1. Rosa Hall (blues) 3420 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 (773) from 342 to 0452 While you can not associate the blues with Italy, the influences are strong in the cultural genes of Chicago and blend deliciously with Rosa. The Italians seem to have a knack for infusing everything with love, and that's true, with generous portions of Rosa's best blues. " Have you ever been to a restaurant with mom and dad is not a set of fancy, but it magically estate for the care that is devoted to food preparation, and the unanimous recognition of those who know , despite its sleek exterior, a sensual and indulgent pleasure that awaits them inside? Rose Hall is that the noise and environmental experience for fans of real blues ... warm, familiar and sweet satisfying.Chicago is home to many a legend of the blues and the window, but why go to a famous blues club when you can go to where the blues-famous hang out? Rosa can not be the most popular blues bar in Chicago, but has been recognized by the New York Times and Rolling Stone as Chicago blues mecca of the election. It certainly lives up to its name as "friendly Chicago Blues Lounge", often self-Rosa bartender and supervision of his son Tony, a blues lover who met Junior Wells in Milan before immigrating to the U.S.. UU. in 1970. The headlining Rosa are the same great talent can be found in larger places, and you can even treat someone "come to" after playing elsewhere. Admission is in Rosa is generally less than other places (varies, $ 10 - $ 15) and is one of the best entertainment deals in town. If available, both the bar and tables, and even in the most popular nights is rarely uncomfortable. The service staff is responsive, yet discreet, and there is no evil or hear the point of view on the site. If you're picking up a memory, Rose is probably the most beautiful "stupid t remember" ever unpacked a suitcase.Rosa s' is located just northwest of the Loop in Chicago, Logan Square neighborhood. It's easy to find, but a little out of shape, the Loop and near centers of nightlife in the North. If you have a car, driving is recommended, if you take a taxi, arrange for the cab to pick back up in a designated time.2. The Green Mill Cocktail Lounge (jazz) 4802 N Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60640 (773) 878-5552 The Green Mill is located at the intersection of the reactivation of which is home to several dens music dating from the early 20 - including the Riviera and Aragon ballrooms. Today, the Aragon and "Riv" are the last stops for the increase in rock and pop bands before they get very large spaces, but the dance halls were once popular. My grandmother and her friends are taken from El to these clubs when they were young nursing students, enjoying life in the city before serving in World War II. (More famous, The Green Mill was also frequented by the notorious Al Capone in Chicago.) Swingin Sound that it "still resonates in smoky interior.If The Green Mill is not familiar with jazz and big band era music, El Molino Green is a comfortable place to be exposed to these styles through some outstanding contemporary bands. Lovers have a real live and variety offered programming The Green Mill. Owner Dave Jemil successfully fuses an interesting mix of styles and talents. Viewers will be doubly impressed by the energy and camaraderie of tearing the floor, and dancers of all levels are friendly and inclusive to all those interested in participating in the program gets fray.The Green Mill in the morning, so which is a popular late night arrival. It is also known as Uptown Poetry Slam, an event open mic poetry performance, building a new tradition and create a platform talent.The Chicago Green Mill is just west of the Lawrence Red Line El (EVAT) stop the train, near the northwest corner of Lawrence and Broadway. Parking in this neighborhood can be difficult on weekend nights, especially if the concerts are scheduled for Aragon and / or the Riviera, so public transportation is recommended. If you must take a taxi from the Loop, the price is not terribly painful, because it is near the end of the avenue Drive.3 Lawrence Lake Shore. (Estate) 6615 W. FitzGerald Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 788-2118 Logan Square and Uptown neighborhoods of Chicago are, but if you're willing to venture a little more for your music, FitzGerald test comfortably in the blue-collar suburb Berwyn (is just west of the city limits of Chicago, southeast of Oak Park and 290). Although it may not be a "hot" spot, FitzGerald is guaranteed a look-see instead of Hollywood scouts who thought worthy enough to appear in major films like The Color of Money and a league of its own. Completely devoid of pretension (the building is a former hunting lodge, and the decor is early American Brady Bunch) and rich with interesting calendar of local and regional musical acts and styles, Fitzgerald will reward your short drive to a night's sleep and a good reliability melodies. Stevie Ray Vaughan, Los Lobos, Robert Cray, and The Neville Brothers have performed in FitzGerald, and have been seen as "the place to be" by radio personalities. Live music is the main attraction from Tuesdays to Sundays, Sundays are formed by the jazz music big band style. If you are trying to drag his friends from the suburbs out for a night of entertainment for healthy adults, it is a place accessible to almost everyone in one place, the attitude, and gender. Fitzgerald cover (usually under $ 10) is a particularly good entertainment business. A notable feature of Fitzgerald is the outdoor patio, open year round (try to find anywhere else in Chicago!). Those who prefer action to be "all about them" can enter the spotlight and show their skills in composition or poetry Tuesdays.Fitzgerald s' is about five minutes from I-290 Harlem Avenue output can be reached in "two revolutions" (in Harlem, then on Roosevelt).