Blues and Jazz share equal billing in the popularity stakes in Chicago, that means lots of clubs and bars performing both styles of music. However, don't panic if you like other music as Chicago caters for all musical tastes, weather it be hopping nightclubs, or quiet little bars or even a comedy club, there is certainly plenty of nightlife in Chicago.

House of Blues
Not just Blues but many other styles of music to swing or sway too as well. The Gospel Brunch on Sundays is a must do in Chicago. 329 N Dearburn Street, River North (312 923 2000)

Andy's Jazz Club
Jazz is on tap here and there are at least three performances a day, food is served here as well. 11E Hubbard Street, Magnificent Mile (312 642 6805)

The Velvet Lounge
The jazz here is as smooth as the name, and performances happen from Wednesdays to Sundays. 2128 N Milwaukee Avenue, Wicker Park 9312 791 9050)

Pops for Champagne
Plenty of champagne flows here as well as some jazz. 2934 N Sheffield Street, Lakeview (773 472 1000)

Double Door
This is Chicago's premier dance club, with up and coming local bands to entertain the masses. 1572 N Milwaukee Avenue, Wicker Park (773 489 3160)

Excalibar
This huge nightclub has 12 bars over three floors. 632 N Dearborn Street, River North (312 266 1944)

Funky Buddha Lounge
Just as the name suggests, trendy and cool, this club is popular with the young set and the music is very loud. 728 W Grand Avenue, River West (312 666 1695)

Zanies
Chicago's oldest comedy club, stand up acts here have gone on to bigger and better things, there are usually three acts on a night. 1548 N Wells Street, Old Town (312 337 4027)

The Second City
And a very funny city it is, many big name comedians have joked it up here. 1616 N Wells Street, Old Town (312 337 3992)