Chicago’s own songster, poet, comedian, and banjoman Al Scorch makes his musical home at the Hideout in 2025 with his monthly residency in the Chinook Lounge. Known for his warm and casually captivating stage presence, literary lyrics, and fiery banjo playing, Scorch is a Chicago original. With collaborators and friends from across Chicago’s folk, country, indie, and jazz communities, each month’s show will be a singular event of special guests and old friends.
In February, Al will be joined by Jess Baldissero on fiddle and Lyn Rye on bass. Long time musical companions and road dogs of Al, the trio with Jess and Lyn unleashes unbridled old-time string band renditions of Scorch’s song book in gorgeous 3 part vocal harmony. More special guests to be announced!