15.05.24 | Chicago (IL) - Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom

[rapid briar]

Official tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/04005F854ADF2C35

[restive oasis]

tickets bought!

[civic oak]

[shadow gazelle]

Got my tickets! Coming all the way from Ohio 👀

[south granite]

Got mine earlier this week! Already thinking about a silly little outfit

[sudden stump]

i got mine and so did my friend!! 🙌

[indigo torrent]

Same!

[solemn tinsel]

@indigo torrent you know their playing in ohio too right

[indigo torrent]

Yeah its at a large festival. I'd rather see EC on their own tour with a full length set list. I love them deep cuts

[south granite]

I saw them in a festival setting on their last tour and second this—im doing chicago instead of sonic temple too!

[shadow gazelle]

Yeah I didn't really want to do a whole festival and also I have a friend that lives in Chicago so, roadtrip!

[indigo torrent]

No better reason to drive to Chicago. May can't get here soon enough

[granite isle]

@ember nova and I will be going! Coming all the way from the east side of Michigan!

[ember nova]

Got our tickets, our train tickets, and hotel all ready to go! First EC concert for us babeh!!!

[pure shadow]

Taking the train up from St. Louis for this show. Cannot wait.

[south granite]

Im also taking the train that morning—maybe ill see you there!

[pure shadow]

I think we're going to try to come up the night before so we can hang out with some friends while we're in Chicago.

We actually had a vacation booked for the weekend after the show so in order to accommodate the show we changed our flight plans from flying out St Louis to fly out of Chicago

[south granite]

Im doing the opposite haha staying after to visit some friends

[pearl tusk]

HoB to the Brawlroom is a huge upgrade. It’s where LoG and KSE sold out. Hoping for a big turn out

[wet gorge]

Ayyyye May can't get here soon enough 🤘 Coming up from Western KY (bout 6 hr drive) and meeting a friend from Indiana, and we are ready to party with EC!

[sudden stump]

Me and the homies are coming from Michigan. I'm way up northwest and they're more southeast. But Chicago is only a 5 hour drive 😎

[wet gorge]

Let's Gooooo! 🫶

[zenith axle]

My mom and I are driving from western Illinois which is about 3 hours. It’ll be our second time seeing them 💜

[upbeat escarp]

Seeing the boys for the first time!!! I'm coming from the Indiana/Ohio boarder.

[faint root]

can't wait til May for this show! the drive from eastern Iowa will be beyond worth it!

[west lichen]

Just leaving a "Coming over from Stuttgart, Germany" for the show in here. 😄

[south granite]

You deserve a prize for your dedication haha but of all places in the states to visit chicago is pretty cool!

[west lichen]

Well... I went to Chicago for the NFL season opener in 2019 with a friend, but we didn't have much time to explore the city. So this time it'll be a nice holiday including the EC show.

[sudden stump]

do we know if there are openers and if so, who they are?

[rapid briar]

Support acts have not been announced, they sometimes announce them very late.

[sudden stump]

I didn't think so, but thought I'd check anyway. 🙂

[upbeat escarp]

Dose anyone want to meet up for lunch b4 the show? I don't know where to eat in Chicago

[wet gorge]

I like the idea, but I plan to start queuing early at the venue 😆

[south granite]

I’m waiting on a friends work schedule to see if they can get lunch, but I’ll know more when we get closer so maybe!

[south granite]

How early? Do you know something i dont haha

[wet gorge]

Lol nah just wanna get a good spot 😁

[upbeat escarp]

@wet gorge @south granite nope no extra info I'm just getting a room for the show and have only been to family homes. Looking for a good place to meet up and friends to go in with

[south granite]

Thats so real haha last time i saw them i camped the rail so ill probably cause some chaos in the pit this time. I’m not too worried about getting there super early

[tender brook]

I am genuinely so excited to stand around outside with you all day

[wet gorge]

ME TOO we gotta bring snacks bracelets and music and we gonna party all day....and then party more that night!!

[tender brook]

[wet gorge]

Yes 😆

[west lichen]

I'll bring some german candy/chocolate to the party!

[wet gorge]

Yesh pleesh

[upbeat escarp]

I got fast passes I have a goofy sign hoping the boys will sign my ticket

[sudden stump]

So I found the suit from the arrow of love video and just ordered it to tailor into the costume... I'm so friggin pumped 😄

Got the earrings and shades and necklace in the Amazon cart ready to go. Just missing the tie

[wet gorge]

We are officially less than a month from show day! 🤩🤘

[rapid briar]

Someone is selling their tickets on Reddit btw, just be carful if you're not buying via the official reselling site.

[zenith axle]

Making bracelets for the show 🥳

[pure shadow]

Are you making any that say "CHOO CHOO" (pls say yes)

[zenith axle]

That’s a good one! I’ll have to. I’ve already run out of P, I, C, T, and E so I’ll need to get more letters

[wet gorge]

Me too! We should trade some at the show!

[zenith axle]

We should!

[sudden stump]

Damn now I want to make some with their logo colors

Maybe see if I can find some with ⚡ on them

[zenith axle]

I plan on making a few with no words and just their colors. We can try to meet up so I can give you one!

Also I’m making a couple of them small for anyone bringing kids!

[upbeat escarp]

Does anyone want to meet up at Tank noodels b the show? Its 2 blocks from the show. Im so hyped for pho and the boys!!!

[coral pier]

I have a medical procedure on Wednesday now so I can’t go anyone wanna buy my ticket for face value? Ticketmaster/live nation won’t let me sell but will allow a transfer

[south granite]

I had my outfit all planned and then i realized its gonna be 60 degrees or less all day 😭

[rotund ginkgo]

raaa

[zenith axle]

Hoes don’t get cold. I’m just gonna brave it and wear the bodysuit and tights 🫡

[zenith axle]

My mom and I might! Depends on when we get to Chicago and get all checked in to our hotel, we also have the fast passes

[south granite]

Oh hard agree it just means i shouldnt wear my slutty little outfit all day and will change right before the show 😤

[south granite]

Id be down! What time are you thinking? I was gonna line up a little before doors

Also has anyone been to this venue before? Am i good getting merch after or are they gonna kick us out right after the show

[upbeat escarp]

@south granite i was thinking like 3 since doors are at 5. That way we couldnall hang out and eat.

[restive oasis]

merch is usually set up in the hall where you walk in - i see people get in line for it after the show

[south granite]

I thought doors were at 6 but i could be so wrong, i’m down for 3!

[upbeat escarp]

@south granite i have it saved as 5 but i might have it saved early so i can get a shirt. I got fastpasses

[zenith axle]

@upbeat escarp @south granite Last time I was there the doors opened at the time stated on the tickets so my friends and I were standing in the cold for longer than expected lol

Also remember this venue does not allow flags or anything like that. I’m going to call the hotel today and ask if I can check in early

Also everyone please remember that this venue is cashless. They do have a machine that you can put cash in and it’ll give you a little debit card

[south granite]

Im planning to get shirt after so i dont hve to carry it, im hoping they dont sell out 😬

[zenith axle]

That’s what my Fanny pack is for lol

[south granite]

Yes but i might get a hoodie! I think ill grab a Tshirt and patches right when i get in then circle back at the end of the night

[worn sundial]

See y'all there!

[indigo torrent]

I had a friend back out of going to the show tomorrow, so I've got a free ticket if it goes to a good home. Will transfer on the livenation app

If anyone wants it lmk. No funny stuff 😁

[signal acorn]

Was trying to decide where to get a pre-show drink. Looks like some y'all were planning on going to Tank Noodle but FYI they're closed on Wednesdays

[rotund ginkgo]

Rosatis pizza is gonna be open

pretty sure its a block or two away from the venue

[outer elbow]

I’ll be on a plane in less than 12 hours to party with you all!

[south granite]

Devastating

[south granite]

Pizza sounds like a great alternative

Anyone on the train from stl right now?

[zenith axle]

Pizza is a great alternative

[restive oasis]

they just posted on the facebook event that doors are 5 and show is 6

[south granite]

@upbeat escarp pizza sound like a good alternative for you too? Assuming we’re still doing 3!

[zenith axle]

I probably won’t be in Chicago until about 3 and then we’ve gotta check on to the hotel and take the red line

[sudden stump]

https://tenor.com/view/rage-emoji-rage-gif-2922587064166244739

[upbeat escarp]

@south granite we just got here and tank noodles says its closed today

[south granite]

Pizza was suggested instead! Rosatis

[upbeat escarp]

Its all good i hadnt eaten yet so we went over to a mexican place close by.

[south granite]

Psa If anyones a sleep token fan theres a pop up store by millenium park

[rapid briar]

should be the times burytomorrow posted

[cosmic pendant]

Thanks!

[south granite]

Idk if anyone is still planning on preshow drinks/food but im getting pizza with or without y’all in like an hour

[zenith axle]

Sounds like a plan

[zenith axle]

We’ll probably be there around 3:45-3:50

[south granite]

Same here, i just got on the train

[zenith axle]

We’re going to the bathroom and then heading to the train

[granite isle]

See yall soon!

[south granite]

Waiting for pizza feeling like a lil pink traffic cone

[wide axle]

Super last minute but taking any offers for 2 tickets for TONIGHT in Chicago WITH FAST LANE. I am absolutely devastated that I can't go at the last minute. Sucks a lot. Let me know if any interest at any price....face value about $95 each with fast lane and fees but I will basically take anything at this point......

[zenith axle]

We got lost getting to the train station 🫡

[restive oasis]

i tried posting my two tickets on the facebook event, no bites

[south granite]

Considering this group chat is specifically for people who already have tickets and are going, not sure if this is gonna work here

[gloomy agate]

That's not the only thing group chat is for in the description at the top of this topic section, it says to use these channels to sell extra tickets too.

So, I wish you luck @wide axle !

Also if anyone wants a free ticket to tonight's show my +1 just bailed - I'd be happy to transfer it to anyone that wants it, for free.

[rotund ginkgo]

Beep

[signal acorn]

Didn't realize they had a center divider, guess I'm in right side pit

[rapid briar]

Yeah we don't really allow ticket sale related posts elsewhere than on this forum. It works ofc better if you know already earlier that you can't go as when the date is closer. More people who already have tickets are chatting here the closer the dates go but the ticket related posts are still going here, so Rachel did correctly.

[granite isle]

Tonight was the most fun I had at a show ever! If anyone who was with us in the pit is in here, thank you all so much! It felt great having a group of us kind of band together!

[zenith axle]

I saw you guys!

[south granite]

My bad sorry! I thought this chat was more to connect people going to the show, i misunderstood

[south granite]

We were right behind you!

[ember nova]

Going through my pictures and I managed to grab this beauty of a shot!

[outer elbow]

A few quick ones I got last night

[zenith axle]

Those are amazing

[outer elbow]

Thank you!!

[rapid briar]

Levitation 🪽

[south granite]

These are insane holy shit did you take them on your phone or a camera?

[outer elbow]

Thank you! No, I had a photo pass. Just landed from my flight and I can’t wait to get home and edit the rest!

[pure shadow]

A couple fun shots I got from the show

[glass jay]

I made the biggest blunder...I misinterpreted the start time. Thought doors opened at 6, not the show started at 6. Planned to drive down from Wisconsin after work and be perfectly on time, just like the show last year. Walking in was like a kick in the teeth realizing it was half over. Just wanted to vent a little and share my experience. Tough lesson learned for me. Won't let it happen again. Thank you for posting amazing pics from that night, they are truly amazing!

[odd crypt]

Normally doors are at 6:00pm, but it's a Chicago city ordinance for shows on weekdays. Anyone under 21 has to be out of any concert venue by 10:00pm, which forced us to push the entire show schedule ahead by 1 hour. I'm sorry you missed a lot of it.

[pure shadow]

Oh that's interesting. I was shocked by how early the show ended, but that added context makes sense. I'm glad the setlist didn't have to get cut down to accommodate the time restriction.

[glass jay]

Thank you for the info. I appreciate it! You rock!