Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live Music Set from Alejandro Urzagaste 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials

- $4 craft beer

- ½ priced bottle of wine

- $10 Epiphany spirits

- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About:

Alejandro Urzagaste is a midwestern native of South American descent. He studied guitar at Northern Illinois University with Fareed Haque after graduating St. Charles High School and being in the Jazz Workshop.

Alejandro released "Urban Intervals," in January 2012 featuring pianist Jodie Christian. In 2018 “Subject to Change,” was his first with the quartet Flow featuring Bill Carrothers on piano followed by “This From That,” in 2020. 

“Universal Translation,” is scheduled to be released and was recorded at Creation Audio in Minneapolis featuring Anthony Cox on bass and Ethan Kogan on drums. This latest quartet recording proves to be his best yet featuring the sounds of a stellar rhythm section and the accompaniment of Bill Carrothers,

Alejandro has toured and performed with Jodie Christian, Von Freeman, Rodney Whitaker, Ron Blake, Bobby Broom, Ron Perrillo, Fred Anderson, Malachi Favors and Deana Martin. 

He is the owner of North Shore Music and plays Hofner guitars.

More information at www.auguitar.com

The Fifth Star Band

Date: Thursday, December 18th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM for Golden Hour | 7:30PM to the Sanctuary

Showtime: 8:00PM

Ticket: General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)

About:

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live Music Set from Superfrye 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials

- $4 craft beer

- ½ priced bottle of wine

- $10 Epiphany spirits

- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About:

Imagine if Johnny Cash, Patti Smith, Nick Cave, T-Bone Walker and Bob Dylan got together to write a song for Twin Peaks— that’s Superfrye’s music.

A reverb-drenched guitar sits in the center of the stage. In Superfrye’s hands it becomes the sound of empowerment, rebellion, truth and freedom—wrapped up in storytelling of a folk artist diving headfirst into the struggles of real people; this is raw roots with soul. It bursts with outlaw and outsider energy, yet with full control Superfrye constantly toys with the edges of emotion, from haunting to hilarious and back again. With her vast catalog of originals and covers to draw from in styles from roots to flamenco, R&B to blues, lounge to punk, her songs bring you the sound of the terroir of the places she’s been and years she’s lived, as well as where she’s going next. Come along on the adventure.

Superfrye is an accomplished and innovative performer who has played all over Chicago, solo and with her band Superfrye & The Valiant ’72s. Highlights include a three-year residency at Rojo Gusano in Ravenswood, hosting and building a successful open mic at Artifact Events, as well as being featured with her band on WZRD 88.3 FM.

Ring-A-Ding Swing, It's Christmas featuring Gary Thomas

Date: Friday, December 19th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Advanced - $30 (+$6.00 fees, including tax) | Day of Show - $35 (+$7.00 fees, including tax) | VIP Table for 2 - $80 (+$16.00 fees, including tax) | VIP Table for 4 - $160 (+$32.00 fees, including tax)
VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Get ready to swing into the season with Ring-A-Ding-Ding, It’s Christmas!—a festive holiday musical celebration with Gary Thomas and his jazz quartet, The Tom-Toms. Inspired by the classic TV specials of the 1960s, this show brings the swagger of Sinatra, the charm of Dean Martin, and the sparkle of Andy Williams to life with a toe-tapping lineup of swingin’ Christmas favorites. It’s a merry mix of nostalgia, smooth vocals, and cool jazz that’ll have you feeling like it’s Christmas Eve, 1967.

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!

Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

Free Blues Friday featuring Ivy Ford

Date: Friday, December 19th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Free admission! RSVP BELOW

About:

Ivy Ford, singer, songwriter, musician and ENTERTAINER. Self-made she is a multi-instrumentalist (guitar, bass, drums, piano) that is considered to be one of the current heavy hitters in the Chicago blues and music scene! 2015 kicked started opening for Buddy Guy at his club 'Legends' and is a household name there and other Chicago blues clubs. She is known for her high energy guitar playing  and showmanship onstage  that gives her audience and listeners an experience they won't forget, raising the bar show after show.  Currently Ivy Ford has three original albums which have been recognized in ROOTS magazine, Chicago Blues Guide and other publishings both in the United States and abroad. She made her Canadian debut in 2019 and since has been on several European tours. She has been highlighted in the last three Chicago Blues Festivals as well and continues to spread her music, performance and entertainment near and far.

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!

Full Concert Calendar Here

Golden Hour Menu + Music Schedule

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live Music Set from Jimmy Bennington 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials

- $4 craft beer

- ½ priced bottle of wine

- $10 Epiphany spirits

- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Christmas With Oliv and Friends

Date: Saturday, December 20th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) | Day of Show - $25 (+$5.00 fees, including tax) | VIP Table for 2 - $60 (+$12.00 fees, including tax) | VIP Table for 4 - $120 (+$24.00 fees, including tax)
VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Oliv Blu is a Chicago-based soul and R&B artist celebrated for her captivating voice, expressive songwriting, and genuine connection with her audience. First introduced to many through her standout performances on The Voice, Oliv has since carved her own path as an independent artist whose music radiates authenticity, confidence, and heart.

Last year, she released her holiday EP Christmas with Oliv, blending classic Christmas favorites with her original single Christmas Night—a song that evokes the warmth, nostalgia, and magic of the season. Whether performing with a full band or in an intimate acoustic setting, Oliv’s performances leave audiences feeling inspired, uplifted, and connected.

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!

Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

Otter Presents: A Night Of Holiday Shenanigans with Deadtronica

Date: Saturday, December 20th, 2025

Doors & Showtime: 11:00PM

Tickets: Advanced - $25 (+$5.13 fees, including tax) | Day of Show - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax) | VIP Table for 6 - $325 (+$27.26 fees, including tax)

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Deadtronica is a new collaborative project from acclaimed artists Cloudchord and Aron Magner (the Disco Biscuits, Billy and the Kids). They blend a deep-rooted love for the Grateful Dead’s timeless catalog with modern dance floor production. 

The duo’s debut album Deadtronica Vol. 1, reimagines nine GD classics through a vibrant electronic lens, offering groove-heavy takes that honor the spirit of the originals. Their live show combines a DJ dance  aesthetic with the open jam philosophy that the Grateful Dead fostered into existence. 

Boyce Hudson

Date: Sunday, December 21st, 2025

Doors: 4:30PM

Showtime: 5:00PM

Tickets: Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) | Day of Show - $25 (+$4.97 fees, including tax)

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Boyce is an emerging male jazz vocalist whose unique sound seamlessly blends the emotive power of gospel with the smooth sophistication of jazz and the groove of neo-soul. With a voice that captivates listeners from the first note, Boyce brings a fresh, yet timeless approach to the world of jazz.

His musical journey began in the church, where he honed his vocal technique and developed a deep connection to the emotional depth of gospel music. Influenced by greats like Donny Hathaway, Sarah Vaughn, and Luther Vandross, his style evokes both the spirit of traditional jazz and the soulful resonance of contemporary sounds.

His smooth vocal phrasing and rich tone offer an engaging experience, blending heartfelt lyricism with rhythmic intensity that can both soothe and stir the soul. Whether he's performing intimate jazz standards or infusing his own compositions with personal depth, Boyce brings a rare artistry to the stage.

With an ever-growing fan base and a larger than life presence that commands attention, Boyce is quickly becoming a voice to watch in the jazz world. His upcoming projects promise to explore new territories in sound while paying homage to the rich traditions of jazz, soul, and gospel, making him an exciting force in the contemporary music scene.

Chicago Immigrant Orchestra With Special Guests Ana Everling, Tani Diakate and Jose Rendon

Date: Sunday, December 21st, 2025

Doors: 6:00PM

Showtime: 7:00PM

Tickets: GA Advanced - $35 (+$7.00 fees, including tax) | GA Day of Show - $40 (+$8.00 fees, including tax) | High Tops for 2 - $50 (+$10.00 fees, including tax) | VIP Table for 2: $100 (+$20.00 fees, including tax) | VIP Table for 4: $200 (+$40.00 fees, including tax)

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About Chicago Immigrant Orchestra:

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live Music Set from ANDIE 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials

- $4 craft beer

- ½ priced bottle of wine

- $10 Epiphany spirits

- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About:

ANDIE (she/her) is a Blues, Soul, and Jazz inspired songwriter, vocalist, guitarist, & bandleader of ANDIE & The Bandits. She has been involved in Chicago’s music scene for over 9 years, having attended Columbia College Chicago for her Bachelor's in Contemporary Music, playing at venues all across Chicago while pursuing her degree. ANDIE’s 2022 NPR Tiny Desk Submission for her song “He’s Not What You Need Blues” was described as “a skillful exploration of the hurt that comes with being betrayed” by NPR. The past couple of years, ANDIE & The Bandits has held residencies at Golden Dagger in 2023, and Epiphany Center for the Arts in

Neptunes Core with Jane Hobson and Anna Henson

Date: Saturday, December 27th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 8:00PM

Tickets: Early Bird - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) | Advanced - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) | Day of Show - $25 (+$5.00 fees, including tax)

About Neptune's Core:

Neptune's Core is an alternative indie rock band made up of two sets of sisters. The four created the bad-ass group out of Chicago’s thriving indie-rock scene. Jim DeRogits summed it up best on Sound Opinions: "Their age belies the sophistication of the songwriting and instrumentation ... classic alternative era with delicate fragile quiet moments exploding into loud dynamics."

As talented multi-instrumentalists and passionate music fans, they seek to bring their music to life with a love of indie and punk music while having a background in jazz and classical music. And that’s not to mention their heartfelt lyrics and the catharsis when they belt them out.

Jill Hopkins (Metro Chicago and Host of Opus Podcast) says, “Every few years in Chicago as the new wave of rock band makes themselves known, a few rise to the top through a mix of talent, timing, uniqueness, and natural charm. And I have not seen many bands do that as well or as quickly as the women of Neptune’s Core.”

Neptune's Core brings forth new sounds and new emotions with their latest EP, Called Upon (Side Hustle Records).

About Jane Hobson: 

The Epiphany Lounge Featuring Chris Greene

Date: Sunday, December 28th, 2025

Doors: 2:30PM

Showtime: 3:00PM

Tickets: FREE ADMISSION |RSVP BELOW

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Saxophonist and composer Chris Greene was born in Evanston, IL. He spent his formative years in the award-winning Evanston High School Wind and Jazz Ensembles. As a teenager he began to play professionally with many local pop/rock and jazz bands. Greene eventually went to Bloomington, IN to attend the prestigious Indiana University Jazz Studies program and studied with renowned professor and cellist David Baker.  Greene returned to Chicago in 1994 and has since collaborated with some of the nation’s most creative and versatile musicians. As a performer, Greene can be seen with many different groups - in many different genres. He also leads his own award-winning and critically-acclaimed band, the Chris Greene Quartet. 

100% Bachata Sunday

Date: Sunday, December 28th, 2025

Doors: 5:30PM

Showtime: 6:00PM

Tickets: Early Bird - $17 (+$2.66 fees, including tax) | Tier 1 General Admission - $20 (+$2.66 fees, including tax) | Tier 2 General Admission - $25 (+$2.81 fees, including tax) | Day of Show - $25 (+$2.81 fees, including tax)

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Indigo: Transitions

Date: Sunday, December 28th, 2025

Doors: 6:30PM

Showtime: 7:00PM

Tickets: Advanced - $15 (+$4.57 fees, including tax) | Day of Show - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax)

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Indigo: Transitions will be an evening of musical exploration and storytelling. We invite You to join us for two sets of original compositions, improvisation, and arrangements all rooted in soul music and storytelling. 

Indigo  is a vocalist, composer, and curator from the southside of Chicago. Rooted in the traditions of Black Music and the deep study of Black Aesthetics, her art moves with purpose—telling stories that seek truth and connection. 

Indigo is the founder and host of Indigo Sessions, a show series meant to highlight the creations of Black Women and Black Queer creatives. Indigo Sessions was born from her personal longing—for safety, for kinship, for a place where We could show up fully, without apology. It has found home in beloved spaces like Epiphany Center for the Arts, Dorothy and The.BlkRoom, continuing to grow as a living archive of community, artistry, and liberation.

Indigo is currently a resident artist at Epiphany Center for the Arts, where she continues to expand her work across performance and curation. This performance will feature:

Indigo on Vocals and Poetry

Nick2Bomb on Turntables 

Carmani Edwards on the Bass

Daniel Gayden on the Drums 

Max Lazerus on the Keys and Saxophone

Anne & Mark Burnell's 22nd Annual Eve of the Eve

Date: Tuesday, December 30th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 7:00PM

Tickets: General Admission - $35 (+$7.00 fees, including tax) (TICKETS AVAILABLE!!!)
VIP Table for 2 - $90 (+$18.00 fees, including tax) (SOLD OUT!!!)
VIP Table for 4 - $180 (+$22.91 fees, including tax) (SOLD OUT!!!)
Charcuterie Board for 2 Addon - $30 (+$6.57 fees, including tax)
Charcuterie Board for 2 + Wine Bottle Addon - $70 (+14.46 fees, including tax)

VIP tables include admission for 2 or 4 people and a reserved table close to the stage

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Kick off the New Year a day early! Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell host their 22st Annual Eve of the Eve show the Sanctuary, Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 S Ashland, Chicago, Monday, December 30th, at 7:00pm. A musical celebration featuring Chicago Singers: Broadway, cabaret , pop, jazz, blues, and comedy. Cocktails and lite bites will be available. This night has become a favorite celebration in Chicago, reminiscent of the variety shows of the 60's and 70's.

Wine & Charcuterie Boards are only being pre-sold and are made to order. They will not be available to purchase the day of the event. Pre-sale for the wine & Charcuterie Boards close on the 15th at 5 pm. 

New Years Eve: N°26 with Thank You For Dancing

Date: Wednesday, December 31st, 2025

Doors & Showtime: 8:00PM (NO RE-ENTRY!!!)

Tickets: Super Early Bird - $15 (+$4.47 fees, including tax) | Early Bird 1 - $25 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) | Early Bird 2 - $35 (+$7.00 fees, including tax) | General Admission 1 - $45 (+$9.00 fees, including tax) | General Admission 2 - $55 (+$11.00 fees, including tax) | General Admission 3 - $65 (+$13.00 fees, including tax) | General Admission 4 - $75 (+$15.00 fees, including tax) | Last Call - $85 (+$17.00 fees, including tax) | Final Call - $100 (+$20.00 fees, including tax)

Coat Check available for $5

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Ring in the New Year in unforgettable fashion at Epiphany Center for the Arts—Chicago’s legendary church-turned-cultural landmark and venue. Step inside and explore three immersive stages, each with its own energy and aesthetic. Enjoy a 12AM countdown that shakes the room and a full night of elevated entertainment including a karaoke lounge, boiler-room style DJ stage, stilt walkers, live specialty performers, tarot card readers, and curated surprises throughout the night.

New Years Eve: N°26 with Thank You For Dancing

Date: Wednesday, December 31st, 2025

Doors & Showtime: 8:00PM (NO RE-ENTRY!!!)

Tickets: Super Early Bird - $15 (+$4.47 fees, including tax) | Early Bird 1 - $25 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) | Early Bird 2 - $35 (+$7.00 fees, including tax) | General Admission 1 - $45 (+$9.00 fees, including tax) | General Admission 2 - $55 (+$11.00 fees, including tax) | General Admission 3 - $65 (+$13.00 fees, including tax) | General Admission 4 - $75 (+$15.00 fees, including tax) | Last Call - $85 (+$17.00 fees, including tax) | Final Call - $100 (+$20.00 fees, including tax)

Coat Check available for $5

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Ring in the New Year in unforgettable fashion at Epiphany Center for the Arts—Chicago’s legendary church-turned-cultural landmark and venue. Step inside and explore three immersive stages, each with its own energy and aesthetic. Enjoy a 12AM countdown that shakes the room and a full night of elevated entertainment including a karaoke lounge, boiler-room style DJ stage, stilt walkers, live specialty performers, tarot card readers, and curated surprises throughout the night.

Outcast Jazz Band's Big Band Dance Party

Date: Sunday, January 4th, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM 

Traffic Jam! Swing Dance Lesson: 6:00-6:30PM 

Showtime: 6:30PM

Intermediate Swing Dance Lesson 7:15-7:45 PM (in between first and second set)

Tickets: Early Bird - $10 (+$4.42 fees, including tax) | General Admission - $20 (+$4.72 fees, including tax) | At Door - $25 (+$2.06 fees, including tax)

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About Outcast Big Band: 

The 18-piece Outcast Jazz Band have been swinging their way through some of the most prestigious ballrooms and events in the Chicagoland area for over 40 years. Their love of the classic big band sounds of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller and more, have garnered them a loyal fan base of listeners and swing dancers, and regular performance dates across Chicagoland.

The band features only the finest Big Band dance instrumental songs, as well as the dual vocal punch of siblings Vince and Claudia Clark. Vince brings his own unique vocal interpretations to classics from Louis Jordan, Ray Charles, Joe Williams, Frank Sinatra and more; while Claudia’s powerful vocals breathe new life info great standards from Peggy Lee, Diann Schuur and others.

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live Music Set from Jay Tyre 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials

- $4 craft beer

- ½ priced bottle of wine

- $10 Epiphany spirits

- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About:

Let me know if you need me to tailor any of this to the theme of the show and excited to perform! 

D'Andre with jonesboiy and VII

Date: Thursday, January 8th, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About D'Andre:

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live Music Set from Luke Frees 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials

- $4 craft beer

- ½ priced bottle of wine

- $10 Epiphany spirits

- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About:

Pulling inspiration from the 60's to contemporary music, Luke specializes in a lot
of the songs you know, but wouldn't expect a one-man-band to cover (think
eccentric mashups, or fun acoustic renditions of classic rock tunes). He cultivates
an engaging acoustic rock show, full of charming surprises

Free Blues Friday Featuring Stefan Hillesheim Trio

Date: Friday, January 9th, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW

About:

Stefan Hillesheim is a German Native who moved to Los Angeles, California at age 27 to attend Musicians Institute (GIT) where he was awarded "Most Improved Student" of the Year 2015. Soon after he began to play renowned gospel churches and live music venues around the country. His signature guitar tone and driving rhythm guitar skills make Stefan a high-demand session player. 

Stefan has performed and recorded with many notable artists such as: Bobby Kimball (Toto), Ellis Hall (Tower of Power), Brent Carter (Average White Band), Emerson Cardenas (Santana), Frank Nitty (2Pac), James Fortune. 

In 2022 Stefan relocated to Chicago in pursuit of his love of the blues. The Chicago blues community welcomed Stefan with open arms - Stefan is best known for his slide guitar playing, soulful vocals and dynamic live performances. Stefan's main musical influences are Elmore James, Howlin' Wolf and Albert King.  

Ur Mom Unplugged

Date: Friday, January 9th, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 8:00PM

Tickets: General Admission - $30

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live Music Sets from Bear Williams 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials

- $4 craft beer

- ½ priced bottle of wine

- $10 Epiphany spirits

- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About:

Founded in Chicago in 2017, Bear Williams Trio is led by the longtime bass player and musical director of the Platinum-Selling R&B Band, “Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly”. Bear spent many years working in the recording studios in Chicago & Los Angeles. He's played on over 400 CDs and his body of work is recognized and admired the world over.

DnBiD presents Free Cocktail Hour Dance Party

Date: Saturday, January 10th, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Catacombs

Showtime: 7:00PM

Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About DnBiD:

Hörtechna

Date: Saturday, January 10th, 2025

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:30PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 8:00PM

Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

DJs to perform 8pm – 2am

Lighting design by Imaginate

Hörtechna is a new event series and artist collective in Chicago focused on showcasing Techno music, building a supportive community, uplifting emerging talent, and reinvigorating the dancefloor. Our high-energy, rhythmic Raw/Hardgroove Techno speaks to the soul and innervates the body. We gather inspiration from old-school to new; from our Detroit forebearers to those who are pushing musical boundaries.

NOTE: We seek to maintain a safe space for all who enter and we stand for mutual respect. Consent is a rule, not a suggestion. In order to keep the VIBES high and the MUSIC in focus, please limit phone and device usage to the areas away from the dancefloor.

Artist Bios

DJ Blix

Born and raised in Chicagoland, DJ BLIX (Griffin Tome) spins minimal, raw techno with an emphasis on layering and deep bass. His tight, clinical mixing style allows tracks to speak while delicately juggling multiple decks at once. DJ BLIX constructs his sets like a movie — rising, falling, and shifting in energy, each moment flowing naturally while staying under tight, deliberate control.

quade

quade wants one thing from the dancefloor: pandemonium. Through his time spiraling on dance floors -- to now spiraling on the decks, quade invites you to run through the jungle with him. With fast basslines, intense kicks, and subtle grooves, he rejects stillness, and encourages flailing.

Hören

A performer and music educator, Hören brings a wealth of musical diversity and knowledge to his showmanship on the decks. Drawing from many musical references, Hören delivers an exciting and curated journey to his audiences. His sonic style has been developed with an undercurrent of electrifying rhythms, vocals, and cultural flavors with a primary focus on movement and groove.

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!

Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

Trio de Chats Noirs: Songs and Dances

Date: Sunday, January 11th, 2026

Doors: 2:30PM

Showtime: 3:00PM

Tickets: General Admission - $25

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Salsa on a School Night

Date: Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

Doors & Showtime: 7:00PM

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live Music Sets from Brian Citro 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials

- $4 craft beer

- ½ priced bottle of wine

- $10 Epiphany spirits

- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About: 

A 2025 City of Chicago Individual Artists Program awardee, guitarist and composer Brian Citro, has been playing and writing music on the guitar for 30 years. He studied with renowned guitarist and educator Fareed Haque and is a long-time member of The Drastics. He’s performed and toured with JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound, Ted Sirota’s Heavyweight Dub!, Ackah Blay in Ghana, and many others. His recent album, Acoustic Pastime – Solo Guitar on ears&eyes Records, features solo guitar arrangements of Brian’s compositions and Thelonious Monk tunes. His upcoming album on Calligram Records documents his working quartet with Nick Mazzarella, Quin Kirchner, and Matt Ulery. For the Golden Hour series, Brian performs in an intimate duo setting with some of Chicago's top jazz musicians. Brian is also a human rights lawyer and has lived, travelled, and played music in Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America.

https://www.briancitro.com/

Sonic Exploration: An Evening with Basement Collective, Vision in the Rhythm, and Mikey Harms

Date: Friday, January 16th, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 6:30PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 7:00PM

Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About Basement Collective:

Born from years of shared history and chance encounters, Basement Collective emerged in 2019 as a progressive-fusion instrumental powerhouse. Founding members Jesse Wade, Sean Alvarez, and Mike Tabor's creative chemistry dates back to their time studying music together at Ball State University starting in 2014. The ensemble’s unique blend of sound was later matured by the addition of the two Evans. Evan Reyes met Mike after coming to a Shure Jazz Orchestra rehearsal early. A quick jam between the two led to the invitation to meet Jesse and Sean. Evan Borkstrom, who plays in a Doors tribute band with Mike’s brother, was invited to collaborate, which soon led to full induction into the group.

Driven by a philosophy of continuous artistic refinement, each rehearsal is used as an opportunity to push for the collaborative creation of unique, intricate, and highly dynamic music. All of their tunes are written together live, through trial-and-error experimentation and relentless artistic examination. The band doesn't believe in "completion," constantly revisiting and layering new rhythmic and harmonic elements to ensure their music possesses its signature richness and density.

The five-piece showcases its masterful orchestrations through a broad sonic spectrum, which includes electrified trumpet, flugelhorn, flute, and saxophone, alongside keys, electric guitar, key bass, synthesizer, and drums. Every bar reveals the continuous push to vary the sonic textures and shift harmonic, melodic, and rhythmic responsibilities among the instruments, creating an immersive, evolving soundscape. Rhythmically, the collective pushes boundaries with mixed meter passages and intricate metric modulations designed to keep the listener perpetually engaged, wondering where “1” is, all while maintaining an undeniable groove. Their music fuses vast knowledge of jazz and classical theory alongside a love for progressive rock and metal elements, evoking a sustained interest in the harmonic tapestry and melodic detail of their work.

The latest activities from Basement Collective surround the fostering of their growing popularity, while producing their next singles, which will soon lead to the culmination of their debut album release.

https://linktr.ee/basementcollective

About Vision in the Rhythm:

Vision in the Rhythm began in the household of three brothers on Chicago’s Southwest Side with a tremendous will to reach people through music. Now with their 6-piece group, Vision in the Rhythm will be debuting songs from their upcoming record Fishin in the River. The band never ceases to have uplifting & energetic performances balancing humor & soul for a cross-genre party.

https://www.facebook.com/visionintherhythm

https://www.instagram.com/visionintherhythm/?hl=en

About Mikey Harms:

Mikey Harms is a Chicago-based musician blending folk intimacy with art rock ambition. His music walks the line between vulnerability and volatility, pairing poetic storytelling with raw, textured soundscapes.

https://linktr.ee/mikeyharms

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!

Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live DJ set from Jason Ylagan 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials
- $4 craft beer
- ½ priced bottle of wine
- $10 Epiphany spirits
- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About:

DJing since 2006, Jason Y brings a thoughtful blend of R&B, future beats/soul, hip-hop, Afrobeats, and thoughtful edits to create warm sets that move with intention. His sound is curated to create a vibe that is warm and easy to unwind to.

Manasseh with Melvin Knight

Date: Saturday, January 17th, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Catacombs

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Advanced - $20 | Day of Show - $25 | VIP Table for 2 - $60
VIP tables include admission for 2 people and a reserved table close to the stage

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About Manasseh:

About Melvin Knight:

Melvin Knight (1974-2006), was a prolific self produced singer and songwriter in the early 2000’s. Melvin was tragically betrayed and killed in a dispute over ownership of his masters. His heirs (Moesha, Donavan, and Marvin), work tirelessly to release their late father’s work into the world to preserve his legacy.

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!

Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

White Lucy with Clip Art and Buying Fireworks in Indiana

Date: Sunday, January 18th, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Sanctuary

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Early Bird - $15 | General Admission - $20

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About White Lucy:

White Lucy is the long-running collaboration between Chicago musicians Micah Boyce and Chase Carson, blending alternative soul, indie rock, and experimental pop into something uniquely their own. Their new album, The Paradise, released on Shuga Records, features collaborations with acclaimed Chicago artists like Sen Morimoto, Wyatt Waddell, and Semiratruth. Backed by some of Chicago’s finest musicians, the band’s live show is both chill and emotionally charged, full of lush keys, rhythmic bass, textured guitars, and lively, expressive vocals. White Lucy’s sound moves effortlessly between groove and introspection—inviting you in, then pulling you deeper with every song.

About Clip Art:

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!

Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live Music Set from Luciano Antonio 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials

- $4 craft beer

- ½ priced bottle of wine

- $10 Epiphany spirits

- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About:

Luciano's performance takes the audience on a tour of Brazil by presenting a wide variety of Brazilian compositions combined with his own originals. In his Performance Luciano contrasts songs that have rich and complex harmonies and melodies with simple rhythms against songs that have simple harmonies and melodies with very complex rhythms, and the dynamics range from pure solo guitar and voice to the full sound of the rich Brazilian percussion in a fascinating musical way. Luciano released three albums, two of which are original music "Vida De Artista - An Artist's Life" in 2011 and “Sem Palavras – Without Words” in 2015. His 3rd Album is a 'Live Concert" at the prestigious Jazz Showcase. Make no mistake; Luciano has placed his stamp on the Brazilian music scene in Chicago.

Alèc Trio

Date: Thursday, January 22nd, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to the Sanctuary

Showtime: 7:30PM

Ticket: Advanced- $20 | Day of Show- $25 | VIP Table for 2- $60 | VIP Table for 4- $120

About:

Join us as the Alèc Trio dives into the arrangement and composition book of Ahamad Jamal. One of the pioneers of jazz music, Ahmad Jamal spent 12 years in Chicago where he formed his famous trio. As well as having residencies at many Chicago hotels. On October 24th we will honor the great impact he has had on the future of jazz music

D Jean-Baptiste, Donkey Basketball, Mrs. Hands, & Mukqs w/ live projected visuals by Lise Ivanova

Date: Thursday, January 22nd, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Catacombs

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: Advanced - $15 | Day of Show - $20

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

The first show in a quarterly residency with Chicago artist and performer D. JeanBaptiste.

The talent and insights of musicians Muqks, Mrs. Hands, Donkey Basketball, and D
Jean-Baptiste will be fastened together in an improvisational electric-acoustic
quartet, interpreting graphic scoring and direction from Jean-Baptiste and
contextualized visually through the work of projectionist Lise Ivanova.

This show deals with the process of hesitancy and repression, action potential
within neural networks, and death before life has begun.

Jean-Baptiste will curate three more shows during spring, summer, and fall of
2026, collaborating with a large cohort of creatives from across the city to turn the
Catacombs into an immersive, multimedia exploration of science, emotion, and
human behavior.

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!

Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live DJ Sets from DJ Mwelwa 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials

- $4 craft beer

- ½ priced bottle of wine

- $10 Epiphany spirits

- Delicious 2 for 1 lite bites

Golden hour specials end at 7pm but the music doesn't stop, make sure to check out our entertainment calendar to view all of our ticketed events.

About:

Mwelwa Musambacine is influenced by cultures and people across the globe. He is recognized across music circles as one of Chicago's best international and world music DJs. Mwelwa's assorted global mix includes reggae, kizomba, salsa, bachata, samba, kompa, merengue, afrobeat(s), semba, jazz, funk, son, amapiano, punta, soukous, makossa, calypso, afropop, zouk, house, reggaeton, coupé décalé, soca, blues, cumbia and various types of Arabic, Indian & African varieties. Mwelwa also plans and promotes events as a part of Akasuba./Sunny Side Up.

Free Blues Friday Featuring Richiman & Groove Nice

Date: Friday, January 23rd, 2026

Doors: 5:00PM to Venue | 7:00PM to Epiphany Hall

Showtime: 7:30PM

Tickets: FREE ADMISSION | RSVP BELOW

About:

Richiman and Groove Nice are an American-style blues band from Seoul, South
Korea, bringing the heart and soul of traditional blues to audiences around the
world. Originally formed in 2018 as The Richiman Trio, the band represented the
Korea Blues Society at the 2019 International Blues Challenge (IBC) in Memphis,
Tennessee. While performing there, frontman Richiman experienced the power
of authentic American blues firsthand and knew it was his life’s calling.

“We are a blues band from South Korea that wants to play the American style of
blues. We grew up in Korea but fell in love with American blues.”

In 2021, the band evolved into Richiman and Groove Nice, replacing their bassist
and developing a fresh, groove-oriented sound designed to get audiences
moving. They returned to the IBC in 2022, where they made history as the first
Korean blues band ever to reach the Top 5 Finals, standing out among hundreds
of performers from around the world.

Their dynamic performances and authentic style have earned them opportunities
to share the stage with blues legend Buddy Guy and several other major blues
artists during their shows in Chicago and across the United States—a testament
to their growing reputation in the international blues community.

Richiman and Groove Nice released an EP titled “Memphis Special: One Take
Live,” a raw and powerful recording of their IBC finals set. They are currently
working on their debut full-length album, recorded at the iconic Royal Recording
Studio in Memphis, where Al Green and countless soul greats crafted their
timeless hits.

Engaging, masterful, and full of funk and soul, Richiman and Groove Nice deliver
performances that move both the heart and the feet. Witness them once, and
they’re sure to become your new favorite blues band—leaving every audience
transformed and uplifted by the universal power of the blues

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!

Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

The Night Shift by DJ Booth

Date: Friday, January 23rd, 2026

Doors & Showtime: 9:00PM

Tickets: Early Bird - $15.41 (+$4.59 fees, including tax) | Advanced - $20.27 (+$4.73 fees, including tax)  | Day of Show - $24.87 (+$5.13 fees, including tax) | VIP - $30.17 (+$6.83 fees, including tax)

‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door

About:

Golden Hour at Epiphany:

Stop by Epiphany for our live music series concerts, and be sure to hit Golden Hour before-hand for drinks and lite-bites! Doors open at 5pm Thursday - Saturday for Golden Hour with 1/2 priced bottles of wine and other specials!

Come early to EXPLORE and DISCOVER your own EPIPHANY… our art galleries are open and there is free entertainment before the show!

Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted in the venue.

Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM!

Golden Hour at Epiphany Center for the Arts is accentuated by free live music with food and drink specials, and, good friends… creating a magical aura that will help you, our valued patron, wind down or up your day!

Live DJ Set from Dutchess the DJ 5PM - 8PM (FREE ADMISSION)

Golden Hour Specials