269 posts analyzed Updated Sep 2026
Averages 9 posts/day, top 25% activity. Most active Tuesdays around 4 PM UTC. Mostly text posts.
r/chicagomusicscene Traffic & Engagement r/chicagomusicscene Traffic & Engagement
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Upvote Distribution
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r/chicagomusicscene Most Active Times When r/chicagomusicscene Is Most Active
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r/chicagomusicscene Flair Performance r/chicagomusicscene Flair Performance
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r/chicagomusicscene Trending Keywords Trending Keywords in r/chicagomusicscene
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| Keyword | Mentions ▼ | Upvotes | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| looking | 56 (20.8%) | 6 | 3 |
| band | 47 (17.5%) | 8 | 4 |
| chicago | 34 (12.6%) | 8 | 3 |
| show | 29 (10.8%) | 6 | 1 |
| drummer | 18 (6.7%) | 5 | 1 |
| music | 17 (6.3%) | 3 | 2 |
| rock | 14 (5.2%) | 7 | 2 |
| tonight | 13 (4.8%) | 3 | 0 |
| start | 13 (4.8%) | 11 | 4 |
| local | 11 (4.1%) | 7 | 6 |
r/chicagomusicscene Mentioned Domains Mentioned Domains in r/chicagomusicscene
Most linked sites Most linked sites in this subreddit
| Domain | Links | Upvotes |
|---|---|---|
| youtube.com | 6 | 3 |
| youtu.be | 4 | 8 |
| open.spotify.com | 3 | 3 |
r/chicagomusicscene Top Posts Top Performing Posts in r/chicagomusicscene
Highest-performing posts Highest-performing posts. Each title links to Reddit.
Cole’s Bar is 21+
Lost my visa work permit and gigs overnight. I’ve been mixing for 10 years, and I’ll mix your track for whatever fits your budget so I can make rent
I Don't Wanna Go Fest 4 - Bands announced!
I have an extra 3 day VIP pass for Riotfest.
Goths 4 Gaza Today!
looking to start a band :3
I’m building a social club in Chicago for solo fans to go to shows with, but I’ve hit a wall. Any advice?
indiepop band seeking bass player
39m guitarist trying to form a psych/stoner rock band
Worked William Shatner @ Park West on Saturday.
| Title | Upvotes | Comments | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cole’s Bar is 21+ | 287 | 67 | text | Sep 8 |
| Lost my visa work permit and gigs overnight. I’ve been mixing for 10 years, and I’ll mix your track for whatever fits your budget so I can make rent | 100 | 12 | text | Sep 15 |
| I Don't Wanna Go Fest 4 - Bands announced! | 65 | 17 | image | Sep 15 |
| I have an extra 3 day VIP pass for Riotfest. | 58 | 36 | text | Sep 17 |
| Goths 4 Gaza Today! | 56 | 76 | image | Sep 3 |
| looking to start a band :3 | 54 | 17 | image | Sep 28 |
| I’m building a social club in Chicago for solo fans to go to shows with, but I’ve hit a wall. Any advice? | 53 | 11 | text | Sep 30 |
| indiepop band seeking bass player | 41 | 4 | image | Sep 2 |
| 39m guitarist trying to form a psych/stoner rock band | 40 | 17 | text | Sep 18 |
| Worked William Shatner @ Park West on Saturday. | 37 | 1 | image | Sep 21 |
r/chicagomusicscene Audience Overlap r/chicagomusicscene Subreddit Overlap & Related Communities
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r/chicagomusicscene FAQ Frequently Asked Questions About r/chicagomusicscene
What's the best time to post on r/chicagomusicscene?
Based on posting volume, r/chicagomusicscene is most active on Tuesdays around 4 PM UTC. That window has the most community activity, but busier hours also mean more competition for attention.
How active is r/chicagomusicscene?
r/chicagomusicscene averages 9 posts per day and ranks in the top 25% for activity among tracked SFW subreddits.
How many upvotes do posts on r/chicagomusicscene get?
Posts on r/chicagomusicscene average about 8 upvotes this month (net score per post).
What kind of posts does r/chicagomusicscene get most?
On r/chicagomusicscene, posts are a mix of formats, mostly text posts