ft. Blvck Hippie, Sunday Cruise, Keep for Cheap +2 more
Indie rock night at Sugar Maple with Blvck Hippie — cash only, bring your friends.
Part I
About this event
Blvck Hippie leads a lineup of indie rock bands at Sugar Maple, bringing their unique blend of emo and indie rock to Bayview. Known for their raw vocals and catchy guitar riffs, Blvck Hippie crafts music for those who feel like outsiders. The night promises a mix of sounds with support from Sunday Cruise, Keep for Cheap, Dingus, and Yolk, each adding their own flavor to the evening.
This all-ages event is presented by X-Ray Arcade, but takes place at the intimate Sugar Maple venue. With doors opening at 6 PM, it's a perfect opportunity to experience the local indie scene up close. Remember, it's a cash-only event, so come prepared to enjoy a night of music and community vibes.
From the organizer
X-RAY ARCADE PRESENTS LIVE MUSIC / ALL AGES 6PM DOORS / 6:30PM MUSIC $15 CASH DAY OF BLVCK HIPPIE Spotify | Instagram Blvck Hippie makes VHS-inspired music for anyone who’s ever felt like an outsider. By melding an emo sensibility with an indie rock aesthetic Blvck Hippie creates tunes for getting unstuck, existing weirdly, and finding togetherness. Raw vocals pair with sticky guitar riffs to create the Sad Boy Indie Rock songs of your dreams. With their firmly DIY attitude, refusal to accept the status quo, and knack for pushing musical boundaries, Blvck Hippie has turned being an outsider into their superpower. SUNDAY CRUISE Spotify | Facebook | Instagram Chicago Alternative/Indie Rock KEEP FOR CHEAP Bandcamp | Facebook | Instagram Minneapolis Prairie Rock DINGUS Spotify | Instagram Indie Rock from Kenosha, WI YOLK Bandcamp | Instagram Alt Rock from Madison, WI
Getting in
Tickets available online
Drop in anytime — no commitment needed
Pricing details
$15 cash day of.
Pro tips
Parking in Bayview can be tricky on weekends. Try the lot behind the Sugar Maple for $10, or find free street parking on Lincoln Avenue if you arrive before 5:30pm.
Arrive by 6:15pm to grab a drink and find a good spot. The venue is cozy, and you'll want to be settled before the music starts at 6:30pm.
Who'll Be There
Expect a mixed crowd of young adults and teens, likely in their 20s to early 30s, who are into indie and alternative music. The all-ages aspect may also attract families or younger attendees, but the primary demographic will be those seeking a relaxed yet energetic music experience.
Part II · The feel
The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.
Loud and packed. Expect bodies within arms-reach and music you will feel in your chest.
Shines with 6+. Bring the crew.
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