JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound @ Schubas

Schubas hosts a two-night series of concerts by JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound. Tonight's show is a 21+ show that starts at 10pm. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. You may also purchase a pass for both evenings for $35. See the Schubas Website for full details and to purchase tickets online. Schubas: 3159 N. Southport (at Belmont). (773) 525-2508.

The Polkaholics @ the Dank Haus

Head over to The Dank Haus tonight for New Years Eve with The Polkaholics. Doors open at 8pm, music plays till 2am. Tickets are $9.99 (adv), $15 (door). 21+. Enjoy a balloon drop, a traditional feuerzangenbowle and learn your future at the Bleigiessen display. Each entrance includes raffle ticket to win an Epiphone guitar. Food will also be available for purchase, including German favorites. Free parking at the MB Financial Lot, at corner of Western and Gunnison. The Dank Haus is located at 4740 N. Western Ave.

The Hood Internet @ Lincoln Hall

Lincoln Hall hosts The Hood Internet with Willy Joy, and My Gold Mask tonight. Music starts at 10pm. 21+ Tickets are $25 ($30/door, if available). The duo spin for two nights of shows this week (12/30 and 12/31). A special early bird 2-day pass ($30) is currently available for both nights. Lincoln Hall is located at 2424 N. Lincoln Ave.

Disappears, Bare Mutants, Outer Minds @ Empty Bottle

The Empty Bottle is the place to hear Disappears, Bare Mutants, Outer Minds on New Years Eve. Music starts at 10pm. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 21+. The Empty Bottle is located at 1035 N. Western Ave.

Lil Ed and the Blues Imperials @ Buddy Guy's Legends

At Buddy Guy's Legends catch Lil Ed and the Blues Imperials with Eddie Taylor Jr. tonight. Music starts at 9pm. Cover charge is $25. Includes a champagne toast at midnight. 700 S. Wabash.

Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears @ Double Door

Double Door hosts Black Joe Lewis and The Honeybears with Soul Summit DJs tonight. Doors open at 9pm, music starts at 9pm. Tickets are $85-$95. Includes hosted bar (draft beer, well drinks, wine, soda, water). Champagne available for purchase. The Double Door is located at 1572 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Chi-Town Meltdown @ The Abbey Pub

At The Abbey Pub for New Year's Eve isChi-Town Meltdown featuring Chicago's own Chicago Afrobeat Project, bluegrass wierdness from Sexfist, with Van Gordon Martin, Animate Objects, and Old Shoe. Doors open at 8pm, Show at 9pm. Tickets are $25 in advance. 21+. VIP packages are available for $60, which include an open bar, champagne, and other perks. The Abbey Pub is located at 3420 W. Grace St.

The Poseidon Adventure @ The Music Box

Enjoy an evening of celebration, romance, and a little ole disaster film called The Poseidon Adventure at the Music Box Theatre tonight. "Passengers" are invited to embark at 11pm tonight for a Camp Midnight pre-show hosted by your Captain Dick O’Day and staffed by the hearty crew of Hell in a Handbag Productions. There will be a costume competition with fantastic prizes as voted on by the audience. Tickets are $22 (adv), $27 (door). Details. The Music Box is located at 3733 N. Southport Ave.

The 2nd Story NYE Special

Looking for a literary start to the new year? 2nd Story's NYE celebration can do just that. The experimental storytelling series has a packed lineup with guests Stephanie Chavara, Julie Ganey, Deb Lewis, and Doug Whippo. The event is curated by Bobby Biedrzycki, directed by Thrisa Hodits and sound by Seeking Wonderland.

Tickets are $40 in advance ($50 at the door) which includes a drink and a champagne toast. The festivities begin at 9:30pm at the Morseland 1218 W. Morse Ave.