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shame with GHOSTWOMAN

Name: shame with GHOSTWOMAN
Start: 2026-01-25T20:00:00+0000
Location: Thalia Hall

January 25, 2026 8:00 pm

Thalia Hall
1807 S Allport St, Chicago, IL 60608

Cutthroat is shame at their blistering best. It's about the cowards, the cunts, the hypocrites, says vocalist Charlie Steen. This unapologetic new album with Grammy winning producer John Congleton at the helm is souped up and supercharged, taking on the big issues of today with shame's trademark sense of humor and visceral new musical ideas.

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Why We Like It

Cutthroat is shame's best work yet, packed with indie dancefloor hedonism and a lyrical outlook that masterfully blends cocksure arrogance and deep insecurity.
The album features a no-bullshit approach from producer John Congleton, helping to streamline the band's ambitious sonic ideas.
Shame's live shows are known for being direct, confrontational and raw - this album captures that energy and spirit.

Who Should Attend

Fans of shame's previous work, as well as those interested in music that tackles big social and political themes with a rebellious, unapologetic attitude, will enjoy this event.

In the Spotlight

shame

The five-piece British post-punk band known for their energetic live shows and critically-acclaimed albums that tackle big issues with a rebellious spirit.

Charlie Steen

The vocalist of shame, whose lyrics on the new album Cutthroat take on the cowards, cunts and hypocrites of the world with a trademark sense of humor.

John Congleton

The Grammy-winning producer who worked with shame on their new album Cutthroat, bringing a no-nonsense approach that helped streamline the band's ambitious sonic ideas.