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Jeff Lynne’s ELO - The Over And Out Tour recently made a stop in Chicago, and judging from various social media comments from musicians I know and respect, it was amazing. A post on the official Jeff Lynne Facebook page today announced The Final Show will take place in Hyde Park London on July 13, 2025. “My return to touring began at Hyde Park in 2014,” Lynne is quoted in the post. “It seems like the perfect place to do our final show. We couldn’t be more excited to share this special night in London with our UK fans.” 

Chicagoans will have numerous options for Halloween-based entertainment through the end of the month, but the most adventurous just might be the Sideshow Villains’ Deviant Cabaret taking place at the Alhambra Palace this Sunday from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. The Middle Eastern restaurant/entertainment venue is located just west of the Loop. Performers will include vocalist-choreographer Dante Ingram, comedian Mark Faje; circus artist Camille Swift; and guitarist Chris Siebold. With all the live music, circus acts, theatrical, and vaudeville inspired entertainment going on, patrons are encouraged to arrive in costume. 

Chicago area fans of The Heavy Heavy will have two chances to watch the U.K. band showcase songs from its new One Of A Kind album in the coming week. In addition to a concert at Thalia Hall this Friday, there will be a special event sponsored by WXRT as part of the radio station’s Blue Cross Performance Stage series on Monday, October 28. The trick with that second option is that you need to register for an invitation at 93XRT.com and admission is limited.

In other WXRT news, longtime radio personality Terri Hemmert will be at the Treetime Christmas Creations store in Lake Barrington this Thursday from 6:00 to 9:00 pm for a holiday season kick-off celebration. Hemmert will play some of her favorite holiday songs starting at 7:00 pm, and patrons will have a chance to win prizes. Treetime Christmas Creations suggests those interested to pre-register in order to guarantee a spot at the event.

Soundtrack Serenade, the self-described “Chicago-Based Eclectic Cover Band,” will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the cult classic Pulp Fiction tomorrow at Montrose Saloon on the city’s north side.