The Hangar 9 has brought loud live music to Southern Illinois University and the locals of the Carbondale area for nearly 23 years. Originally conceived as a small neighborhood tavern with one, maybe two, TV's, the Hangar 9 quickly evolved into the hub of the live music scene and has held that position for some 23 years. Fueled by the energy of live performers, the Hangar 9 keeps Carbondale's Strip rockin' and rollin' and Southern Illinois University at the top of the charts as a fun place to live, study and party.