📻 Horsegirl @ Bluebird Theater

Horsegirl make lo-fi noise-pop that feels like sifting through old zines at an abandoned record shop—equal parts scuzzy dissonance and tender daydream, proudly wearing an art school punk badge.

> “Horsegirl sound like the best kind of teenage band: smart, curious, a little messy in all the right ways.”—Pitchfork

• 🔹 Who They Are: From Chicago’s DIY scene, Horsegirl is a trio of childhood friends who channel their love for college radio classics and shoegaze murk into something both nostalgic and freshly raw. They’re barely out of school but already sound timeless.
• 🔹 If You Like: Sonic Youth, Yo La Tengo, Galaxie 500, Pavement
• 🔹 Essential Track: “Anti-glory” — jangly guitars collide with semi-sweet vocals and a breakdown that feels like it could dissolve into noise at any second (but never does).
• 🔹 Must-Listen Album: Versions of Modern Performance — a debut that proves “slacker rock” can be both studied and sincere.
• 🎤 Why This Show? You like your guitars tangled and your tender melodies half-buried, with the spirit of a basement gig.
• 📍 Meetup Plan: Meet at Middleman at 6:30 PM for a cocktail (or a cheap beer if you’re leaning into the DIY aesthetic) before ambling over to Bluebird Theater.
• 🎟️ Tickets: $33 + fees at AXS. Pro tip: Skip the fees and get a paper ticket to any Bluebird, Ogden, Gothic or Mission show at any one of those box offices when you're seeing your next show. Weigh the benefits of easy transfers + potential sellouts on your own terms.

Q: What's the RSVP policy?
A: RSVP etiquette is crucial! No-shows can throw off the vibe of the event, so we kindly ask that you shoot the host a message or un-RSVP before the event starts if you can't make it. Two no-shows may result in removal from the group.

Q: How can I support?
A: Did you know that your humble organizers pay about $360 a year to bring events to you on Meetup? A tiny annual donation from you is all it takes to keep the events coming. Suggested donation is $5/event or $20 for unlimited events. Just send a Venmo/Paypal to me @mandirao (or ask me for Zelle). Couldn't do it without you!