The Lemonheads: The Love Chant Tour
The Lemonheads returned in 2025 with Love Chant (out via Fire Records, October 24th), their first studio album in nearly two decades – a bold, melodic reaffirmation of Evan Dando’s singular songwriting voice. Written across continents and recorded primarily in São Paulo, Brazil, where Dando now resides, Love Chant finds the frontman reconnecting with longtime collaborators while introducing new creative voices. It’s a record of fresh starts and familiar sounds – emotionally raw, melodically rich, and unmistakably Lemonheads. The new album features contributions from J Mascis (Dinosaur Jr), Juliana Hatfield, Tom Morgan, Bryce Goggin, Erin Rae, and Nick Saloman of The Bevis Frond. It’s a diverse but coherent work – from the full-throttle hooks of “Deep End” to the spectral softness of “The Key Of Victory,” and the Modern Lovers-like drive of the title track. Co-released alongside Dando’s forthcoming memoir Rumours Of My Demise (via Faber, November 6th), Love Chant marks both a return and a reckoning – the sound of an artist who’s lived, lost, and located the thread once again. Formed in Boston in 1986, The Lemonheads have long thrived on that intersection between chaos and charm. With a revolving cast built around Dando’s melodic instincts and ragged charisma, their early punk roots were forged across three scrappy albums on local label Taang! before signing to Atlantic Records and releasing 1990’s Lovey. It was on tour for that record in Australia where Dando connected with Tom Morgan and future bandmate Nic Dalton – a meeting that reshaped the band’s songwriting and sound. Their commercial breakthrough came with 1992’s It’s A Shame About Ray and 1993’s Come On Feel The Lemonheads, both records that married punk energy with melodic pop, and established Dando as one of alternative rock’s most compelling figures. National TV appearances followed, and so did the tabloid glare – by the late ’90s, the music sometimes took a backseat to Dando’s unpredictable, chaotic public persona. He disbanded The Lemonheads in 1997 following a turbulent performance at Reading Festival. In 2003, he released his acclaimed solo album Baby I’m Bored – quieter and more introspective, it hinted at a new phase. But it wasn’t long before The Lemonheads were reborn. In 2006, a self-titled album marked a head-on collision of wordy ’70s punk and cosmic country, followed by Varshons (2009) and Varshons 2 (2019), two mixtape-like collections of cover versions that spanned Townes Van Zandt to GG Allin, Leonard Cohen to The Bevis Frond – always with the same emotional clarity and melodic magnetism that defines Dando’s output. Over the years, The Lemonheads’ shape has shifted – Descendents, Dinosaur Jr, Blake Babies and members of Fuzzy have all passed through the ranks – but at its core has always been Dando’s songwriting: wry, vulnerable, catchy, and true. With Love Chant, that core burns brightly once more. Recent years have only deepened the band’s influence. Artists like Courtney Barnett, Waxahatchee, Phoebe Bridgers and MJ Lenderman cite The Lemonheads as touchstones, covering their songs and praising their emotional candor and melodic economy. As Record Collector noted, “The Lemonheads have always been recognised as purveyors of grade-A pop punk.” Or, in Rolling Stone’s words: “Few bands have been able to walk the line between the angst of grunge and the warmth of folk quite as elegantly as The Lemonheads.”
never easy – I Still Care 2027 American Tour
NEVER EASY IS A FRESH FORCE SHOEGAZE AND NU-METAL, MERGING EARLY 2000S NOSTALGIA WITH A MODERN EDGE. FORMED LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, THIS DUO BLENDS DREAMY SHOEGAZE TEXTURES WITH THE RAW ENERGY OF NU-METAL, INSPIRED BY ALTERNATIVE, VIDEO GAME, AND SKATE CULTURES. THEIR MUSIC CAPTURES THE ATMOSPHERIC HAZE OF HEAVY SHOEGAZE WHILE INJECTING IT WITH THE INTENSITY OF NU-METAL, CREATING A SOUND THAT’S BOTH NOSTALGIC AND INNOVATIVE. DESPITE THEIR SHORT TIME TOGETHER, NEVER EASY’S UNIQUE FUSION AND ENERGETIC PRESENCE QUICKLY SET THEM APART, INVITING LISTENERS TO DIVE INTO A SONIC JOURNEY WHERE THE PAST MEETS THE PRESENT.
Public Figure
Public Figure was formed in February of 2019 by bassist Dolan Delano along with some of his good friends. After a few personnel changes Public Figure curated their final lineup in February of 2024. This consisted of adding drummer John Faist and guitar player Robert (RJ) Klingsporn. These two were long time bandmates together in another Omaha based band. Lastly they found Roger Slatten via a Reddit post on r/Omaha titled “Where my singers at?”. One week before their first show with the new lineup Roger’s house (the bands practice space) was hit by and EF-4 tornado while Roger was home, nearly claiming his life. The band came together closer than ever and played the show the next week despite the odds. Since then they have had the opportunity to tour across the country in over 18 states. Sharing the stage with acts such as Fuel, Boys Like Girls, Good Terms, and Out in Front. They have no plans of slowing down and continue to tour and build their base all as far as they can reach. — CAPTURE THIS HAS CAPTURED HEARTS AND MINDS ALL OVER THE WORLD WITH THEIR RELATABLE AND AUTHENTIC LYRICS, ENCOURAGING EVERYONE TO BE THEIR BEAUTIFUL, VULNERABLE SELVES. “WE WRITE ABOUT REAL-LIFE EVENTS THAT STEM AROUND HEARTACHE, LOVE, SELF-GROWTH AND EMPOWERMENT. “MUSICALLY WE TAKE PIECES OF SONGS FROM SOME OF OUR FAVORITE ARTISTS AND TRY TO RECREATE IT WITH OUR OWN POP PUNK STYLE.” TAKING INSPIRATION FROM ARTISTS SUCH AS DEMI LOVATO, MAYDAY PARADE, PARAMORE AND EVANESCENCE THE BAND WEAVES LIFE AND EMOTION INTO THEIR TAPESTRIES OF MELODY WITH A LOVE RARELY VIEWED ANYWHERE ELSE ON THE ROCK SCENE. THE BAND HAS ALREADY MADE MONUMENTAL STRIDES IN STANDING OUT FROM THE CROWD. CRUSHING COMPETITION FROM OVER 100 SONG SUBMISSIONS VOTED BY RADIO PANELISTS AND RADIO LISTENERS, CT TOOK HOME FIRST IN THE HOMETOWN FOR THE HOLIDAYS COMPETITION HOSTED BY KTCL 93.3, MAKING THEM A “TOP ALTERNATIVE BAND IN COLORADO.” CAPTURE THIS HAS SINCE BROUGHT THEIR ENERGETIC STAGE PRESENCE TO A GROWING NUMBER OF FANS THROUGH SHARING THE STAGE WITH ARTISTS SUCH AS WET LEG, BOB MOSES, A DAY TO REMEMBER, JIMMY EAT WORLD, GIRLFRIENDS, PLAIN WHITE TEES, 3OH3!, THE SPILL CANVAS, ANDY GRAMMER, AND KNOX. LED BY POWERHOUSE VOCALIST LEAH AND WITH ALEX ON THE DRUMS, ANDREW ON THE GUITAR, AND ZACH ON THE BASS, CAPTURE THIS IS QUICKLY RISING TO BECOME ONE OF THE LEADING GROUPS OF BOTH THE DENVER PUNK SCENE AND A CENTRAL ANCHOR OF THEIR COMMUNITY. DON’T LISTEN TO THOSE WHO SAY PUNK ENDED TWO DECADES AGO; FOR THESE FOUR, THE SHOW IS JUST BEGINNING.
Black Cat Rodeo
GRRRL CAMP “In the Streets”
Vendor Market 12-4pm // FREE and All Ages 50 Vendors + Live Music from Vempire, Lula, Glitter Bush Benefit Concert // 6:30PM DOORS / 7PM SHOW Performances by Stepmom, Estrogen Projection, Bad Self Portraits, Hair Person, DJ Angie Spence VIP Includes: “In the Streets” Poster + Concert Ticket VIP 2-Pack Includes: Reserved Seating for 2, + Goodie Bag + 2 Concert Tickets VIP 4-Pack Includes: Reserved Seating Table for 4, + Goodie Bag + 4 Concert Tickets ABOUT THE EVENT: GRRRL CAMP AND NEBRASKA ABORTION RESOURCES (NEAR) COME TOGETHER TO BRING “GRRRL CAMP: IN THE STREETS”, A VENDOR MARKET + CONCERT AT THE ADMIRAL, IN OMAHA, BENEFITING NEAR. WE’RE INCREDIBLY EXCITED TO FORGE THIS PARTNERSHIP AND MOVE FORWARD OUR EFFORTS TO SUPPORT AND UPLIFT THE WOMEN IN OUR COMMUNITY, STATE, AND REGION. BRINGING TOGETHER ARTISTS, MUSICIANS, ORGANIZERS, AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS AROUND THIS WORK FEELS REALLY SPECIAL, ESPECIALLY RIGHT NOW. WE BELIEVE THAT ART AND CULTURE ARE POWERFUL TOOLS FOR MOVEMENT BUILDING, AND WE’RE HONORED TO BE CREATING SOMETHING JOYFUL, LOUD, COLLABORATIVE, AND DEEPLY ROOTED IN COLLECTIVE CARE. WILL YOU JOIN US? More event info can be found at grrrlcamp.com Learn about NEAR at neabortionresources.org
*SOLD OUT* Bright Eyes
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Midwest Masquerade NYE
THIS EVENT IS AGES 18+ VIP includes 1 ticket entry, 1 hard copy ticket memorabilia, early entry at 7pm / express entry, backstage access until 9pm, reserved booth/table, & exclusive masquerade mask and merch.
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Your Last Breath
Matt Pless
Combining elements of folk, punk, pop and rock, Matt Pless can lyrically turn a phrase with the best of them and has been compared to some of the preeminent songwriters of our time. A consummate performer with a high-energy stage presence, Matt Pless travels the road continuously entertaining and astounding his audiences. With guitar and harmonica as his tools of choice and words as his main characters, he has shared the stage with the likes of Maroon 5, Rilo Kiley, Alkaline Trio, Arlo Guthrie, Bad Brains, Fallout Boy, All Time Low and others. Matt’s extensive touring schedule has taken him to Europe, and across the U.S. multiple times playing venues from bars to boxcars and basements and everything in between…wherever there are people to hear his music. And almost anyone can relate to a Matt Pless song. His unique gift for writing lyrics and melodies that appeal to the core of the human condition is, like Matt himself, an experience.