Friday Night in the SIDEBAR

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:HEAD: HEAD is a rock and roll band based in Chicago, Illinois. Formed in late 2015 by Derek Weber with Nick Fleury and Cary Bianchetta. In early 2020, they self released their debut album, USE YER HEAD, establishing a sound rooted in layered vocal melodies and dynamic grooves.

Since the pandemic theyve cut three more records, GEMINI DRAGON / OLD HEAD (2022), JAIL (2023) and HEAD EP (2024). AND Dogs at Large: Dogs at Large is a Chicago rock and country band led by songwriter Sam Pirruccello. Their sound blends pedal steel, jangly guitars, and warm vocal harmonies, landing somewhere between heartland rock and DIY indie with a lived-in edge.

Their debut vinyl LP County Line (2023) expanded their palette with rich arrangements and a cinematic sweep. The Moonlight EP (2024) pushed things further with hi-fi production and emotionally sharp performances. The current lineup of Pirruccello, Adam Gilmour, Chris Kolodziej, Steve Malito, and Jamie Yanda delivers dynamic, hard-hitting live shows that always include a few surprises.

FREE SHOW! Click Book Now to RSVP for guaranteed entryGrab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE***PARKING***There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.