Staple of Chicago's music scene to close after former employee accuses business of toxic work environment

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Staple of Chicago's music scene to close after reports of toxic work environment

A staple of Chicago's music scene will close its doors for the rest of the year next week.

A staple of Chicago's music scene will close its doors for the rest of the year starting next week.

This abrupt closure comes after a former employee took to social media to accuse ‘The Hideout’ of a toxic work environment.

Mykele Deville, who is also a rapper, says he was spit on by a customer and asked to take on extra work duties.

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After the post, a number of artists canceled their performances.

The music venue will close next Monday, and reopen next year under new leadership.