Sounds of the Good Life are ready to turn it up. Hailing from Bloomingdale, Illinois, the rock ’n’ roll five-piece delivers an upbeat guitar-driven sound, booming saxophone lines, and explosive stage energy that’s earned them a loyal and growing hometown following. Formed in 2020, the band’s tight musicianship and genuine camaraderie shine every time they hit the stage. With new music on the horizon, Sounds of the Good Life are just getting started.

The band features Wesley Ittner (lead guitar), Nathan Szabo (Saxophone), Adam Blendermann (Bass), and Anthony Doughty (vocals/guitar).

About Us

Our Story

In 2020, frontman Anthony Doughty picked up a guitar after watching a guy play one for a girl on TV, a moment that quickly sparked the creation of Sounds of the Good Life. What started as a simple inspiration soon grew into a five-piece rock ’n’ roll band performing original music across northern Illinois and beyond.

By summer 2024, the b

By summer 2024, the band stepped into the studio for the first time to record and release their debut live EP, Featuring five original tracks, the project marked a major milestone and set the tone for even more songwriting and releases to come.

The momentum continued in 2025 with the release of their single “Tonight,” followed in 2026 by another new track, “2+2,” as the band keeps building its catalog and pushing its sound forward.

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TOUR DATES

06/21/26

Wolfden Brew

3pm

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5pm

Bloomingdale, IL

Event Details

06/21/26

Wolfden Brew

Father's Day Show

3pm

-

5pm

Bloomingdale, IL

06/26/26

120 On Wisconsin

8pm

-

11:30pm

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

06/26/26

120 On Wisconsin

8pm

-

11:30pm

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

06/27/26

Muggs N Manor

8pm

-

10:30pm

Addison, IL

Event Details

06/27/26

Muggs N Manor

All age show

8pm

-

10:30pm

Addison, IL

07/17/26

The River

9:45pm

-

12am

Chicago, IL

Event Details

07/17/26

The River

21+

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9:45pm

-

12am

Chicago, IL

07/24/26

Paulie's Pub and Eatery

8:30pm

-

12:00am

West Allis, Wisconsin

07/24/26

Paulie's Pub and Eatery

8:30pm

-

12:00am

West Allis, Wisconsin

More Events

PAST SHOWS

2026

05/21/26: T-Wood Bar and Lounge
05/09/26: Demito's Saloon
04/25/26: Embers
04/18/26: The Cubby Bear
04/11/26: Gallery Cabaret
04/10/26: WGN News
03/21/26: Muggs N Manor
03/20/26: The River Kitchen & Bar
03/07/26: Demitos
02/28/26: Elrays
01/31/26:Elrays
01/30/26:ElRays
01/24/26: Muggs N Manor
01/17/26:Demitos
01/10/26: Embers

2025

11/22/25: Chicago loop
11/14/25 Demitos
11/4/25: Des Plaines Theatre
10/24/25: The Bottom Lounge
09/20/25: Elrays
09/09/25: Des Plaines Theatre
08/22/25: Demitos
08/02/25: Taste of Roselle
07/13/25: Bookclub
07/12/25: Muggs N Manor
06/27/25: 120 Live
06/13/25: Hideaway Cafe
06/07/25: Demitos
06/06/25: Lamplighters
05/17/25: Chicago Loop
04/04/25: Sigma Pi Fraternity
03/10/25: Eastern Illinois University
02/21/25: Eastern Illinois University
01/31/25: Fargo Venue
01/11/25: Muggs N Manor
01/04/25: Demitos
01/03/25: Lamplighters

2024

11/30/24: Jaxx Pub N Grill
08/03/24: Taste of Roselle
07/22/24: Rookies
07/20/24: Muggs N Manor
06/28/24: Lamplighters
06/08/24: Jaxx Pub N Grill
05/24/24: 4 points
01/05/24: Muggs N Manor

2023

11/25/23: Jaxx Pub N Grill
08/30/23: Eastern Illinois University
06/14/23: Graduation Party
01/07/23: Muggs N Manor

2022

09/21/22: Eastern Illinois University
08/14/22: Block Party (first gig ever)

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Tonight (Official Music Video)

TOUR DATES

06/21/26

Wolfden Brew

3pm

-

5pm

06/21/26

Wolfden Brew

3pm

-

5pm

06/26/26

120 On Wisconsin

8pm

-

11:30pm

06/26/26

120 On Wisconsin

8pm

-

11:30pm

06/27/26

Muggs N Manor

8pm

-

10:30pm

06/27/26

Muggs N Manor

8pm

-

10:30pm

07/17/26

The River

9:45pm

-

12am

07/17/26

The River

9:45pm

-

12am

07/24/26

Paulie's Pub and Eatery

8:30pm

-

12:00am

07/24/26

Paulie's Pub and Eatery

8:30pm

-

12:00am

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