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Best Indie & Rock in September 2024

in Columbus

October 2024

Mother Mother at Newport Music Hall

Mother Mother

Formed in Vancouver by siblings Ryan and Molly in 2005, Mother Mother expanded their upbeat alt folk-rock empire with the additions of keyboardist/singer Jasmin Parkin, dummer Ali Siadat and bassist Mike Young. Fusing catchy melodic hooks with driving, groove-laden bass-lines, sparkling synths and glorious three part harmonies, the quintet have solidified their status as indie pop heavyweights!

Cat Power at Columbus Athenaeum

Cat Power

Indie icon Cat Power is hitting the road again on much anticipated new countrywide tour in support of her 2023 release: Cat Power Sings Dylan: The 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert. The solo songstress is known for her fusion of punk, jazz, folk, and blues styles and excellent, emotional guitar playing. 2018's 'Wanderer' was a highly regarded piece of work from the artist and featured a Lana Del Rey collaboration.

Dashboard Confessional at KEMBA LIVE!

Dashboard Confessional

Celebrate emo kings Dashboard Confessional as they head out on tour in 2024! This extra special fall tour will see the band playing all their fan favorites and many more! With eight studio albums to their name, expect to hear hits like "Vindicated", "Hands Down", and "Stolen" when the band heads out on tour!

Frank Turner at Newport Music Hall

Frank Turner

One of England's foremost contemporary singer-songwriters, post-hardcore punk turned folk troubadour Frank Turner is returning to the US with a series of live dates in 2024 with support from Amigo the Devil. Known for his extensive touring schedules, fans can expect a passionate and emotionally lifting live show as Frank displays his trademark wit and punk rock-flavored wisdom.

Goth Babe at KEMBA LIVE!

Goth Babe

Pacific Northwester Goth Babe, A.K.A Griff Washburn is packing up his truck and bringing his indie rock beats to stages across the country on a brand new North American jaunt with singer-songwriter Ritt Momney as support. Expect to hear his atmospheric garage tunes including single 'Weekend Friend' and his two EPs, 2021's 'Santa Calatlina' and 2022's 'Iceland' and latest release 'Lola'.

Weezer at Nationwide Arena

Weezer

What's better than going to an 'Island In The Sun'? Seeing Weezer live this year as they celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut LP, 'The Blue Album'! American alternative rock band Weezer formed in 1992, and since then has created 15 studio albums with no plans of slowing down. The new tour will be accompanied by special guests The Flaming Lips and Dinosaur Jr. as support. You can expect to see them playing The Blue Album in full as well as fan favorites.

Elle King at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium

Elle King

Having finally stepped out from her father's shadow (comedian/actor Rob Schneider), the irrepressible party animal, and country/folk singer King has taken the music scene by storm. Scoring two Grammy nominations with her hit 2015 single "Ex's & Oh's" King is a larger-than life part Amy Winehouse cum Anna Nicole Smith, with a 2016 a veritable whirlwind touring extravaganza; when not supporting the newly reunited Dixie Chicks she is touring solo, and bringing her eclectic cross-genre music and party energy to fans everywhere.

Lake Street Dive at KEMBA LIVE!

Lake Street Dive

This Boston-formed country band has been winning over music fans with their diverse style since winning the John Lennon Songwriting Contest in 2006 and self-financing the recording of their debut album 'In This Episode'. With their key influences in classic pop and swing era jazz, they often cite The Beatles as their main inspiration.

Rainbow Kitten Surprise at KEMBA LIVE!

Rainbow Kitten Surprise

Rainbow Kitten Surprise may sound like the title of a Japanese game show, but the band's mature, genre-defying sound is as surprising as their choice of moniker. Drawing upon facets of grunge, alt-rock, blues and unapologetic pop, the North Carolina natives craft upbeat anthems that underlie lead singer Sam Melo's poetic, howling lyrics and vocals.

Alkaline Trio at KEMBA LIVE!

Alkaline Trio

Formed by ex-Jerkwater, Traitors drummer and current Blink 182 member Matt Skiba (vocals/guitar), Glenn Porter (drums/vocals, formerly of 88 Fingers Louie)and Rob Doran (bass/vocals), Alkaline Trio was brought together in 1997 by heartbreak, angst, and the companionship of drinking. Now with nine albums under their belt the trio return!

The Lemonheads at Skully's Music Diner

The Lemonheads

While fans eagerly await The Lemonheads' first album of original material in nearly 20 years, the cult-legendary alternative rock band are embarking on a US tour gearing up to celebrate their iconic albums, It's A Shame About Ray (1992) and Come on Feel The Lemonheads (1993), in both their entirety. The tour will be making stops in big cities like Philadelphia, Boston, New York, and Washington DC. Don't miss your chance to see them live, with support from Juliana Hatfield, Willy Mason, and John P. Strohm.

The Marcus King Band at KEMBA LIVE!

The Marcus King Band

Still in his 20s, Marcus King has already been tapped as the next great guitarist by The Washington Post. With his intricate story-telling and stellar virtuosic talent on the guitar, this youngster and his band head out on another North American tour. Catch the talented South Carolina native when he brings his upbeat Americana to you!

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