Pitchfork

The fourth annual Adventures in Modern Music Festival is headed to Chicago once again, taking place September 20-24 at the Empty Bottle (where, like, every good show in the city happens). Sponsored by The Wire magazine, the fest applies the word "modern" rather loosely (most of the participating acts have been recording for awhile...some for decades) but does promise a range of aural "adventures." The highlight of this year's lineup is international man of mystery Jandek, making his Chicago debut. Jandek was supposed to perform at last year's fest, but Hurricane Rita spoiled his travel plans.

Other performers include art rockers Kayo Dot, earthy rockers Badgerlore, rap scientist Edan, free jazz masters Hamid Drake and William Parker, and pioneering trumpeter/guitarist Rhys Chatham.

Choose Your Own Adventures:

Wednesday, September 20:

Cobra Killer
Tim Hecker
Rhys Chatham's Essentialist
Jandek

Thursday, September 21:

Edan with special guest Dagha
Badgerlore
Hive Mind
The Coughs

Friday, September 22:

Tetine
Colleen
Yellow Swans
Cast King

Saturday, September 23:

OM
Subtle
The Paul Flaherty/Frank Rosaly Duo
Zu

Sunday, September 24:

Steinski
The Hamid Drake/William Parker Duo
Trapist
Kayo Dot