Blues Heaven Foundation Reviews

As the son of noted chess drummer BILLIE STEPNEY this is by far the best kept srcret in the ciry! Tourist come from all over the world to make a pilgrimage to this music mecca.yet mist natives don't even know it's here Why not invest $10 for the bestmusic history lesson you'll ever receive?

BISHOP GREGORY K. STEPNEY
SON OF FUTURE ROCK & ROLL INDUCTEE BILLIE STEPNEY DRUMMER

P.S. LOOK HIM UP HE'S THE ONLY ONE OF HIS CONTEMPORARIES NOT IN. LETS MAKE IT RIGHT & PUSH TO GET HUM IN.

Currently closed until further notice. Still cool to see the building however

Great place to see how music is recorded, and great taste of the past!! Call ahead find out on tours, deffinelty go and see. Really enjoy!!

If you visit Chicago it is a must go and know the origins of the electric blues. The guided tour by Mr Manchester is entertaining, creative and cultural. Good Merchandasing The city of Chicago should further disseminate the history of Chess Records, one of the most prestigious songs in the history of recorded music.

Too young to remember but there s so much Chicago history

Tried to go today, 12/28. Website said tue were open but got there and they were closed.

This is not very widely known museum, but it's a really treasure. Everything here is about the blues and how it came out, Who were at the beginning and what they were doing, guitars, photos, records and so one

History lives here - The Blues!
When to a book signing with Kurt West. Bought two photo books - The Blues in Black and White & the Almond Brothers.

Wanted to charge 15$ a person for 3 people to join a tour already 30+ min in.

This is chess production studio. Its almost still in its original shape. Home of the blues. Lots of famous artists recorded here and they still do record here. Its said that when the architect built the studio, the walls werenot quite square producing a ine of a kind sound that you cant find anywhere else. The money you pay to tour here goes back into the community.

Very good place to visit if you are into the Blues or 50's / 60's history.

If you love music, if you love the blues and getting some insight from passionate people, this is a $15 visit not to be missed.

Willie Dixon rocks, who doesn't love a good facts filled adventure through the history of real music.

Terrible tour. Awful self absorbed tour guide. A real shame. Stay away. Not for fans, a tourist trap.

I was quite peeved that my sister and I along with another family came here and they were closed.

Support the Blues
Without there's no Rock n' Roll

Interesting place to visit. It is a working educational facility that offers insight and advice for those interested in going into the recording/music business.
Also museum of Chess Studios with lots of artifacts on display.
Do partake in the tour, otherwise it would be a lost opportunity to gain insight and info.
Free concerts provided next door in garden on certain days.
Lots of history and mojo.

If you are lover of music from the 60 s and 70 s the Blues Heaven Foundation tour of Chess Records is a must. A ring doorbell for tour greets you at this unexpected location. While they have scheduled tour times, they welcomed my daughter and me in between tours.

It was really cool to stand in the spot that the Stones and many blues artists performed.

Great place to see some history and listen to the blues when the bands play

A wealth of history, memorabilia and information about the Chicago Blues scene and Chess Records. Close to the Cermak Green Line and extremely affordable for the information, access, and history you will learn,see, and hear. Great, friendly, knowledgeable staff. Wonderful gift shop.

Great that they managed to hold on to the place, but it's a pretty half-hearted attempt at a museum. The video they make you watch is pretty hilarious.

The home of Chess Records where many greats got their recording start, such as Willie Davis, Howlin' Wolf, Etta James, Muddy Waters, and many many more!!! My tour guide personally knew many os these stars which made the tour much more interesting. A must see when in Chicago!!

Who would have known what to expect at the top of those stairs!
This venue is a "Hidden Chicago Gem." The artist who preform there are beyond talented, they are gifted. Downstairs there is an area dictated to the Rolling Stones recording session from 1974 I believe. There are also dozens mask of famous musicians who have come "Come Through" Chess Records over the years. They've kept the building mostly the way it was back in the day, even the front door. You just can't imagine who booked recording time there many years ago before we knew their names. What a lost treasure! Great place to go alone but once the music begins, you won't be alone anymore.
Bring some you care about and share the experience. It's the kind of music that you know in your mind and feel in your soul. Look around, even those with no rhythm are trying to keep beat. You can't sit still. Must attend the concerts when scheduled indoors or in the garden.
Enjoy!

It's a wonderful place to visit, and Keith - Willie Dixon's grandson - is a generous host.
If you don't want to be disappointed - check when it's open and not open!

This is where rock n roll started (through the blues of course). Gave me goosebumps to be in the recording studio. Must see if you're in Chicago.