Medusa's

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Wrigleyville all-ages goth/rock club famed for Nine Inch Nails & Ministry sets.

SIGNIFICANCE

Chicago's legendary all-ages goth/rock venue from 1983-92. Famous for hosting Nine Inch Nails and Ministry. Lease lost; final night 1992. "Medusa's closed in 1992, but its legend lives on."

MUSIC & CHARACTER

MUSIC POLICY

GENRES

Goth Industrial Alternative Rock

QUICK FACTS

ADDRESSWrigleyville

YEARS ACTIVE1983 - 1992

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