Tuts

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Tuts was one of the first active punk clubs in the city. Located on the corner of Belmont and Sheffield, Tuts routinely played some of the best and most active alternative, punk and post-punk bands from around the nation.

Locations

  • Location 1 - Wrigleyville, where Smart Bar is currently located
  • Location 2 - 959 W. Belmont - The more well-known locale

Documented Shows

  • September 1980 - Tuxedo Moon
  • March 6, 1981 - Joe "King" Carrasco
  • March 7, 1981 - Bauhaus
  • April 11, 1981 - Echo and the Bunnymen
  • August 8, 1981 - Killing Joke

Notable Staff

  • Val - Owner
  • Kathleen - Bartender, muscular build
  • Veronica - Bartender, more petite and popular with the boys

References