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15 Years of Teklife with DJ SPINN / TRAXMAN / JANA RUSH

March 20, 2026 9:00 pm

Empty Bottle
1035 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60622

Celebrate 15 years of Chicago's iconic Teklife collective with a special performance by legendary DJs DJ SPINN, TRAXMAN, and JANA RUSH at the historic Empty Bottle venue.

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Why We Like It

  • Teklife is a pioneering Chicago footwork and juke music crew that has shaped the city's underground dance scene for over a decade and a half.
  • DJ SPINN, TRAXMAN, and JANA RUSH are revered figures in the Teklife crew, known for their innovative and high-energy DJ sets.
  • The Empty Bottle is an intimate and legendary Chicago music venue that has hosted countless influential electronic and dance acts over the years.

Who Should Attend

This event will appeal to fans of Chicago's rich electronic music heritage, as well as those interested in the city's vibrant underground dance culture and the Teklife collective's influential role within it.

In the Spotlight

DJ SPINN

A founding member of the Teklife crew and a pioneering figure in the Chicago footwork and juke music scenes.

TRAXMAN

A longtime member of Teklife and a highly respected DJ known for his innovative and high-energy footwork productions.

JANA RUSH

A prominent member of the Teklife collective and a versatile DJ and producer who has helped shape the Chicago footwork sound.

About the Venue

Empty Bottle

A historic and intimate music venue in Chicago that has hosted influential electronic and dance acts for over 25 years.

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