Hidden Hospitals is an alternative progressive rock band from Chicago, Illinois. The band was originally formed from members of the bands Damiera and Kiss Kiss. They released their first EP, EP 001, in September 2011. They played their first show September 6, 2011 at the Bottom Lounge in Chicago. Their next album, EP 002, was released in October 2012. Hidden Hospitals has supported many national acts including Blindside, Hot Rod Circuit, Cartel, Middle Class Rut, Now, Now, Kevin Devine and The Used. 2013 saw the band release EP 001 + EP 002 on a combined vinyl and go on two national tours in support of the release.
In 2015 band released their LP Surface tension.