Chicago Dime is a Melbourne based Chicago-Texas fusion blues band.
The band’s love for the blues runs deep, their name taken from a Buddy Guy lyric: “‘I went to Chicago lookin’ for a dime and found a quarter.”
Led by Pete Hachel and JR Barling, the band’s raw energy and intensity is reminiscent of some of the best blues and improvisational music that Australia has ever offered.
Chicago Dime have the feeling that makes the blues real by involving the audience, dancing on tables, and impromptu band members.
One thing is clear about Chicago Dime; they’re never going to repeat themselves!
