Andy's Records

Vinyl Listening Club
2025-08-27 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Andy’s Records, 16 North Whitney Street, Grayslake, IL, 60030, United States
Welcome to Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club!
Each month we will gather to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). We encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album. Your $10 ticket will include admission, snacks, exclusive shopping and a raffle ticket for a drawing we will do that evening (the raffle winner also gets to pick our next album if they want to!).

Andy Fest 2025!
2025-08-24 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us for the 2nd annual Andy Fest, our one day, mini New Orleans-style Jazz Festival! Once again the festival will kick-off with our Jazz Brunch from 11AM-1PM. A unique and intimate, gourmet meal with a fixed menu catered by Siege Food and accompanied by a live concert performance from The Westerlees! Ticket incudes: meal (served family-style), drinks, private performance and Andy Fest gift!
All performances after the brunch are FREE to the public.
We will keep it going with local favorites Chapin Jazz X-Tet from 2pm-3pm.
Newcomers JT2 will play from 3:30pm-4:30pm
And we’re excited to welcome back Cole DeGenova and his trio to close out the day from 5pm-6pm.

Vinyl Listening Club
2025-07-30 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Welcome to Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club!
Each month we will gather to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). We encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album. Your $10 ticket will include admission, snacks, exclusive shopping and a raffle ticket for a drawing we will do that evening (the raffle winner also gets to pick our next album if they want to!).
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vinyl-listening-club-july-registration-1432228316449?aff=oddtdtcreator
This month marks the 1 year anniversary of our little club and the album selection is… It’s a Wonderful Life by Sparklehorse! Released in 2001, it’s the third studio album from the Mark Linkous led project and represents the first time that Linkous didn’t play/produce by himself in his home studio. The album was co-produced by Dave Fridmann and John Parish and features guest apperances from both Fridmann and Parish as well as Tom Waits, PJ Harvey, Vic Chesnutt and Nina Persson. I absolutely LOVE this album and can’t wait to listen to it with all of you!

Links to listen:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6iP3HGmoRXFUrKiml2QVkz?si=LTZAdb3QSCWg8fMd3zJFvA
Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/album/its-a-wonderful-life/1461512623

Hip-Hop Sundays
2025-07-27 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-06-22 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-25 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-27 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-23 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us in the store once a month as we break out the ones and twos for some coffee, beats and vibes. We will spin some of our favorite hip-hop albums over coffee and pastries with the occasional pop-in performance from local DJs or MCs. Free, all ages.

Andy's Records Live w/ Ocean Child and Emil James!
2025-07-19 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
Andy’s Records Live continues as we welcome Chicago’s Ocean Child! Raspy vocals, bright surf-tinged guitar riffs and funk/soul bass lines combine to create Ocean Child’s unique brand of indie-pop. With support from local favorite Emil James, it’s sure to be a great show! Doors at 6:30PM, music at 7PM. All shows are FREE and ALL AGES!

Andy's Open Mic
2025-06-20 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
Andy’s open mic, co/hosted by The Welcome Table! Sign up to sing, play a song, read a poem or show off your other hidden talent! Cover charge is any canned or shelf stable food donation for The Welcome Table. Sign up is first come, first served once the event starts (no pre-registration). Guitar/bass amps will be back-lined along with a keyboard and microphones, just bring your instrument (or self) and perform, all types of performance art welcome! All ages. BYOB.

Vinyl Listening Club
2025-06-18 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Welcome to Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club!
Each month we will gather to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). We encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album. Your $10 ticket will include admission, snacks, swag, exclusive shopping and a raffle ticket for a drawing we will do that evening (the raffle winner also gets to pick our next album if they want to!).

Andy's Records Live w/ Nathan Graham
2025-06-14 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Andy’s Records Live presents: The Grayslake BeerFest after party with Nathan Graham! After playing the big stage earlier that day, Nathan Graham and co will join us live for an intimate in-store performance of his uniques blues/Americana blend. All shows are FREE and ALL AGES. Doors at 6:30pm, music at 7pm.

Vinyl Listening Club
2025-05-28 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Welcome to Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club!
Each month we will gather to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). We encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album. Your $10 ticket will include admission, snacks, swag, exclusive shopping and a raffle ticket for a drawing we will do that evening (the raffle winner also gets to pick our next album if they want to!).
This month’s selection is Wrong by Nomeansno! Released in 1989, it’s the fourth full-length album from the Canadian punk rockers and is considered to be their best and most popular work. We’re super excited to dive into it with you so sign up now!
Links to listen:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0mMK48ckhF503mKfuh0UPl?si=f0enWGQiSaybPB2_WSVIHA
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/wrong/1745769742

Andy's Records Live w/ Gina Marie and the Golden Bucks
2025-05-16 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Andy’s Records Live presents: Gina Marie and the Golden Bucks! Join us for a live in-store performance from Gina Marie and the Golden Bucks, a 5 piece country/western/americana group that’s sure to have you moving! Bring your dancing shoes and your western wear! All shows are FREE and ALL AGES. Doors at 6:30pm, music at 7pm.

Flow and Spin
2025-05-01 19:30 - 20:45 (America/Chicago)
Join Kristin from Trillium Yoga for a feel good flow while Nick spins some vinyl. Class will take place in the record shop at 16 N Whitney St. Grayslake IL and space is limited to 10 peeps so advanced registration is required. Bring your mat and your moves…Let’s groove!

Investment for a Good Time:$30

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Andy's Open Mic
2025-04-18 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
Andy’s open mic, co/hosted by The Welcome Table! Sign up to sing, play a song or show off your other hidden talent! Cover charge is any canned or shelf stable food donation for The Welcome Table. Sign up is first come, first served once the event starts (no pre-registration). Guitar/bass amps will be backlined along with a keyboard and microphones, just bring your instrument (or self) and perform, all types of performance art welcome! All ages. BYOB.

Vinyl Listening Club
2025-04-15 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Welcome to Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club!
Each month we will gather to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). We encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album. We will also have a limited number of copies available on vinyl for purchase (if anyone would like to preorder a copy please let me know and we can make sure to get extras). Your $10 ticket will include admission, snacks, swag, exclusive shopping and a raffle ticket for a drawing we will do that evening (the raffle winner also gets to pick our next album if they want to!).
This month’s selsection is The Flying Club Cup by Beirut! Released in 2007, it is the 2nd studio album from the Balkin influenced indie-folk group though the music on this album has a French influence due to singer Zach Condon’s interest in French chanson during its recording. We’re VERY excited to listen to this one with you so sign up now!

Andy's Records Live w/ Ghost Cuts (MKE) and Mourning Star
2025-04-05 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Our Andy’s Records Live series continues with a live in-store performance from Milwaukee indie-rockers Ghost Cuts with support from Mourning Star! As always, all shows are FREE and ALL AGES. Doors at 6PM, music at 6:30PM

Hip-hop Sundays
2025-03-23 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us in the store once a month as we break out the wheel of steel for some coffee, pastries, beats and vibes. This month we’re excited to have a special in-store performance from DJ Special Ed! Free, all ages.

Vinyl Listening Club
2025-03-18 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Welcome to Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club!
Each month we will gather to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). We encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album. We will also have a limited number of copies available on vinyl for purchase (if anyone would like to preorder a copy please let me know and we can make sure to get extras). Your $10 ticket will include admission, snacks, swag, exclusive shopping and a raffle ticket for a drawing we will do that evening (the raffle winner also gets to pick our next album if they want to!).

This month’s selection is Madvillainy by Madvillain! Madvillain was an American hip hop supergroup formed in 2002, consisting of rapper MF Doom and producer Madlib. Their only album, Madvillainy, earned critical acclaim and cult popularity, widely regarded as one of the greatest rap albums of all time and a benchmark record for alternative hip hop.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vinyl-listening-club-march-registration-1258509478729?aff=oddtdtcreator

Live from Andy's Records w/ The Ultimate Alliance
2025-03-07 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Our Live from Andy’s series continues with an in-store performance from local hip-hop crew The Ultimate Alliance! As always, our shows are FREE and ALL AGES!

Andy's Open Mic
2025-02-28 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
Andy’s open mic, co/hosted by The Welcome Table! Sign up to sing, play a song or show off your other hidden talent! Cover charge is any canned or shelf stable food donation for The Welcome Table. All ages. BYOB.

The Culture of Hip-hop (GAPL)
2025-02-26 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us and Professor Courtney Joseph for an insightful discussion on the culture of Hip Hop. How did a cultural phenomenon that originated in the Bronx by Black and Brown youth become a global movement? This talk will offer a brief overview of the history of Hip Hop, highlighting its growth and transformation into a powerful cultural force. We’ll explore the genre’s roots, key figures, and its influence across the globe. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just curious about the genre, come celebrate the rich legacy of Hip Hop and its profound impact on culture today!
Hosted by the Grays Area Public Library, register here:
https://grayslake.librarycalendar.com/event/culture-hip-hop-journey-professor-courtney-joseph-40841

Vinyl Listening Club
2025-02-12 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Welcome to Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club!
Each month we will gather to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). We encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album. We will also have a limited number of copies available on vinyl for purchase (if anyone would like to preorder a copy please let me know and we can make sure to get extras). Your $10 ticket will include admission, snacks, swag, exclusive shopping and a raffle ticket for a drawing we will do that evening (the raffle winner also gets to pick our next album if they want to!).

This month’s selsection is If’n by fIREHOSE! Released in 1987, it’s the bands second studio album and is gererally considered to include more cohesive and focused songwriting than their 1986 debut. Touring together had obviously made the band tighter as a unit, and several of their best all-time compositions reside here.
Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vinyl-listening-club-february-registration-1215690375639?aff=oddtdtcreator

Live from Andy's Records w/ Jules Klee & Connor Vincent
2025-02-07 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Our Live from Andy’s Records series continues with a live in-store performance from Chicago singer/songwriter Jules Klee with support from local songwriter Connor Vincent (Arcadia Silas)! Come enjoy an intimate evening of folk and americana in the shop. As always all in-store performances are FREE and ALL AGES! BYOB

Live from Andy's Records with Moon Rules Apply, Steady Ahead and Misted!
2025-01-16 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Our Live from Andy’s Records series continues with live in-store performances from Moon Rules Apply and Steady Ahead and Misted! Join us for a night of throwback 90’s grunge! As always this is a FREE and ALL AGES show!

Vinyl Listening Club
2025-01-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Welcome to Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club!
Each month we will gather to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). We encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album. We will also have a limited number of copies available on vinyl for purchase (if anyone would like to preorder a copy please let me know and we can make sure to get extras). Your $10 ticket will include admission, snacks, swag, exclusive shopping and a raffle ticket for a drawing we will do that evening (the raffle winner also gets to pick our next album if they want to!).

This month’s selsection is The Midnight Organ Fight by Frightened Rabbit! Released in 2008, it’s the second studio album from the Scotish indie-rock band. The album received widespread critical acclaim upon it’s release with praise often centered on the writing, honest lyricism, and passionate delivery of the band. The album has continued to receive recognition long after its release and has been featured on various year- and decade-end critic lists.
REGISTER HERE:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vinyl-listening-club-january-registration-1125648658439?aff=oddtdtcreator

Andy's Holiday Party!
2024-12-21 14:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us once more for a visit from Rockin’ Santa and Mrs. Clause as they transform the record store into Santa’s jam space for a day of photos, drinks, games, prizes, holiday music and more! As always this is a FREE and ALL AGES show!

Vinyl Listening Club
2024-12-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Welcome to Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club!
Each month we will gather to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). We encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album. We will also have a limited number of copies available on vinyl for purchase (if anyone would like to preorder a copy please let me know and we can make sure to get extras). Your $10 ticket will include admission, snacks, swag, exclusive shopping and a raffle ticket for a drawing we will do that evening (the raffle winner also gets to pick our next album if they want to!).

Live from Andy's Records with Meg and the Wheelers!
2024-12-08 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
Our live from Andy’s Records series continues with an in-store performance from Meg and the Wheelers! Meg & The Wheelers are a country western band from Chicago, Illinois, formed by songwriter Meg Sampson in 2018. Saluki alums Meg Sampson and Amy Myers bring action packed harmony to country classics and give you new works that have a perfect throwback blend with a fresh twist.
