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The bands

Dead Ellyn

Justin Ullman's band, gigging around the Chicago area. Dead Ellyn and SWEENEY share the stage — at the September 2026 Downtown Glen Ellyn show, Dead Ellyn opened and SWEENEY closed the night.

Follow: @dead.ellyn

SWEENEY

Justin Ullman's other Chicago-area band. The current lineup: Bill SWEENEY, Capt. Jack SWEENEY, Bronco SWEENEY, Mick SWEENEY, and Liz & Candy SWEENEY — with Jaco SWEENEY as Bassist Emeritus.

Past appearances include Gallagher Way at Wrigley, Main Street Glen Ellyn, 28 Mile Distilling in Highwood, Glenview Summerfest, and Blocktoberfest.

Follow: @sweeney.band · YouTube

Justin Ullman — solo

Solo shows around Chicago's western suburbs. Stripped-down sets, new material, and the occasional deep cut.

Follow: @jullman76

Booking & contact

For booking Dead Ellyn, SWEENEY, or a Justin Ullman solo set, email justin.ullman@gmail.com. New dates are announced to the text and email lists first.