Kommuna Lux - Odesa Urban Folk & Klezmer
Schedule
Fri, 19 Sep, 2025 at 07:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
KRUG - Community Circle | Wheeling, IL
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Kommuna Lux – Live in Chicago | September 19After a sold-out show at Evanston SPACE last year, Odesa’s premier urban folk and klezmer band Kommuna Lux returns to the Chicago area for an electrifying performance.
Formed in 2014 on the streets of Odesa, Ukraine — the multicultural “Pearl of the Black Sea” — Kommuna Lux rose from busking and flash mobs to touring major stages across Europe and North America. Their high-octane mix of klezmer, Balkan swing, and Odesa street folklore tells the story of a city shaped by over 40 cultures.
The band’s name reflects their roots: “Kommuna” nods to Odesa’s communal spirit, while “Lux” highlights the joy and musical brilliance they bring to every show.
Since the war began in 2022, Kommuna Lux has become a cultural voice for Ukraine — raising funds and awareness through music, and earning accolades like Germany’s Iron Eversteiner folk prize. Their current lineup blends founding members with new talent, but their mission remains: joy, resilience, and unity through sound.
Don’t miss their return to Chicago — and check out their “Marichka” music video, filmed on the Chicago River during last year’s tour.
Presented by Roots and Chords Music
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Where is it happening?
KRUG - Community Circle, 1400 S Wolf Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090-6524, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
