Wed, Mar 18
|The Space
Space Show: Born In Blonde, Moon Rules Apply, Atheena, and Menorah
Experience a high-octane night of nu-grunge and atmospheric alt-rock, where haunting melodies collide with a massive wall of 90s-inspired distortion. All ages show, $10.
Time & Location
Mar 18, 2026, 9:00 PM – Mar 19, 2026, 12:00 AM
The Space, 1 E Main St Ste 107, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
About the event
Born In Blonde <https://www.instagram.com/borninblondeband/>
This is the rising Chicago quartet that delivers a massive wall of sound. They are often associated with the city’s recent "nu-gaze" and grunge revival. Their music features thick, distorted guitar textures layered with melodic, sometimes ethereal vocals.
Atheena <https://www.instagram.com/weareatheena/>
Chicago-based alternative rock trio is a force in the local DIY and club circuit. Their sound is a gritty blend of grunge, hard rock, and nu-gaze. Heavy, driving basslines (Marcy), intricate drumming (Josh), and "gritty" guitar work paired with raw vocals (Dom).
Moon Rules Apply <https://www.instagram.com/moonrulesapply_chi/>
Hailing from the Chicago suburbs (Oswego), this trio has exploded in popularity on TikTok and the local scene. They represent the younger generation of grunge revivalists. Known for being incredibly "tight" and high-energy, they bring a tribal, punchy feel to the grunge formula. Heavy influence from Soundgarden, Nirvana, and Alice in Chains.