Listen Heavy with DJ Vixyn

12/07/2025

Come get your holly jollies on tonight at The Alley! DJ 9PM

11/11/2025

Think metal is just noise? Think again — science says it can actually be good for your mind.

While it may sound chaotic to outsiders, studies show that metal music offers emotional and social benefits to fans. It helps listeners process anger safely, find catharsis, and connect with others who share the same intensity and creativity.

Neuroscientific and psychological research suggests that fans of extreme music genres are often reflective, open-minded, and emotionally resilient — not aggressive. Listening to heavy music can lower stress and transform frustration into focus.

Metal also builds community. Around the world, it connects people through shared energy, honesty, and themes that explore deep realities — from personal struggle to social injustice and even the climate crisis.

Ecologist David Angeler has argued that this emotional intensity and sense of solidarity may even strengthen social resilience in difficult times. In short, metal doesn’t just turn noise into power — it turns pain into connection.

Source: Harbison, M. (2022). The science is clear: Metal music is good for you. Popular Science.

10/31/2025

🎃If you are Halloween haunting out and about tonight, come see me at The Alley - DJing 9PM! 💀🎧 I might have candy as bribery... 🛍️

05/22/2025

🤦‍♀️ I am SO sorry for the confusion guys, CMF just pointed out that the repeating event I canceled did in fact, NOT cancel 😑 So I THINK I got the remaining stragglers, please let me know if anyone sees any left.
Will update everyone ASAP if we set up a new event! Thank you for the support and The Chicago Metal Factory for helping get the word out. Please give them a follow to stay updated on all Chicago area metal events!

01/14/2025

10/28/2024

🎵What songs do you NEED in a Halloween playlist? I have been adding to mine for years, and always love hearing new spooky jams!
🎧 DJing Hallo-weekend at The Alley was a blast, and I am already planning for next year's party list... We need more Halloweens!😭
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(I was the Claire Danes Juliet, btw. Sorry this is cheezy, I am no video editor😅)