Chicago is famed as being one of the best cities in all of North America to enjoy live music. The city has particularly strong connections with blues tunes, as is illustrated in hit movie the Blues Brothers. However, all sorts of live music Chicago performances can be enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.

Among the best places to enjoy live jazz is in the South Side district. Many of the establishments here have been running for several generations. People who know their musical history regularly come here to follow in the footsteps of legendary musician and tap their feet in time to cool jazz beats.

Lovers of blues are also well catered for in this magnificent metropolis. Perhaps the largest number of venues can be found on Maxwell Street. This street can long been famed for its blues performances, while these days indie concerts and other performances are also held here.

Concerts are also regularly held in city parks, attracting large crowds. These large and lovely green zones are excellent places to relax and unwind for a while as you listen to jazz and blues sounds. One of the best places to catch a live performance is Grant Park, which is located in the Loop.

Many music lovers time their trip to this city to coincide with a vibrant festival. Most of these take place in the middle of the year, which the weather is generally warm and dry. Popular annual events include Blues Fest, Jazz Fest and the three-day eclectic musical event hosted by Pitchfork Media.

Visitors to the windy city should have no trouble tracking down upcoming events. Distributed every Wednesday, the Chicago Reader publishes details of all the biggest shows. Billboards, websites and various other types of media all shout out their musical message to people of this musically vibrant metropolis.