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East Forest

November 17, 2025 8:00 pm

Thalia Hall
1807 S Allport St, Chicago, IL 60608

East Forest is a multidisciplinary artist, producer, speaker, and ceremony guide. His lush and blissful music blends ambient, neoclassical, electronic, and avant-pop to explore sound as a tool for inner journeys and consciousness expansion. The latest endeavor is Music for Mushrooms, a feature-length documentary showcasing the transformative power of psychedelics, music, and community.

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Why We Like It

  • East Forest's extensive catalog includes over 30 albums and notable collaborations with artists such as Ram Dass, Jon Hopkins, Laraaji, and more.
  • The project has performed at major festivals and venues internationally, bringing its unique sound and vision to audiences worldwide.
  • East Forest offers guided meditations, retreats, and a podcast, promoting non-religious, accessible spirituality through his work.

Who Should Attend

This event will appeal to fans of ambient, electronic, and avant-pop music, as well as those interested in the intersection of music, consciousness, and personal growth.

In the Spotlight

East Forest

A multidisciplinary artist, producer, speaker, and ceremony guide whose music blends ambient, neoclassical, electronic, and avant-pop to explore sound as a tool for inner journeys and consciousness expansion.

About the Venue

Thalia Hall

A historic music venue in Chicago, Illinois, known for its intimate atmosphere and excellent acoustics.

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