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Best Indie & Rock in October 2024

Vampire Weekend at The Anthem

Vampire Weekend

Breaking out with their timeless track 'A-Punk', the delectable indie four pieces are back out on tour in 2024, bringing with them the witty and honest songs, sartorial elegance and accessible style that makes them continually popular. Catch them on the road this year as they present their fifth album, 'Only God Was Above Us'.

COIN at The Anthem

COIN

The city of Nashville, Tennessee is synonymous with the stomping stetson anthems of Country music's brightest lights, but indie rockers COIN are breaking the mold of their home city and producing bright-eyed, upbeat pop more commonly associated with the LA, NYC and London scenes. Catch COIN live on tour and on a stage near you!

Kate Nash at Howard Theatre

Kate Nash

Kate Nash will spend this fall traveling across North America in support of her upcoming album '9 Sad Symphonies', her first in five years. which is set to be released this June. You can catch the lead single 'My Bile' now! Kate Nash rose to prominence with hit single Foundations and her debut album, Make of Bricks, which peaked at number one in the UK. In 2008, Nash won the award for Best Female Artist at the Brit Awards.

The B-52s at The Anthem

The B-52s

It is argued that the B-52s could be the world's greatest party band. And forty years and over twenty million albums into their career, there can be no doubt as to why the band behind 'Loveshack' remain among the most beloved rock stars ever. Join The B-52s celebration and dance all night to your favorite songs!

Air at The Anthem

Air

The dreamy soft electronica of Air is back as the well-heeled French duo set out on their expansive North American tour commemorating the 25th anniversary of their debut album, Moon Safari. Expect an atmospheric retrospective as they delve into their enviable oeuvre. Following the success of their recent European tour, which saw rapid sell-outs, AIR will be performing the entirety of their acclaimed album for the first time, to celebrate the digital release of the album's deluxe edition.

Clairo at The Anthem

Clairo

Young songstress Claire Cottrill, AKA Clairo, returns to the stage after the success of her highly-anticipated residencies with the Charm Tour 2024! In celebration of her new album of the same name, Clairo will be bringing singer-songwriter Alice Phoebe Lou on tour as support. With her lilting vocals, hazy guitars, dreamy soundscapes, and lyrics inflected with Gen Z's wry digital view of the world, Clairo is solidifying her status as one to watch. Don't miss your chance to see her live!

The Front Bottoms at The Fillmore Silver Spring

The Front Bottoms

New Jersey emo-folk band The Front Bottoms take their 'Finding Your Way Home' tour on the road. Still riding the success of their 2023 album 'You Are Who You Hang Out With', expect to hear new Front Bottoms tracks alongside their certified emo classics 'Twin Size Mattress', 'Be Nice To Me', and 'Flashlight'.

The Magnetic Fields at Lincoln Theater

The Magnetic Fields

Ostensibly created as one of multi-instrumentalist singer/songwriter Stephin Merritt's side projects for his laconic wit and verve, The Magnetic Fields have proven their strength from their 1991 debut '100,000 Fireflies' to the vast '69 Love Songs'. 2024 sees a new venture, where they'll be exploring songs from the past three decades with fan favorites and hidden gems.

The Script at The Fillmore Silver Spring

The Script

It's been a rags-to-riches glory ride, an emotional rollercoaster, an all-action, all-star blockbuster. Three young Dubliners took on the world in 2008 with music fashioned from the emotional detritus of their own hard lives, elevated by a love of pop, rock, hip-hop, and soul. 2024 saw the band release the single 'Both Ways,' their first single since Sheehan's passing in 2023. Now, with their seventh album 'Satellites' on its way, catch the boys live in 2024 as they head out on an extensive new tour!

Eaglemania - Eagles Tribute at State Theater

Eaglemania - Eagles Tribute

As American as apple pie, The Eagles are the best-selling US band of all time. This five member tribute band excel in recreating the sound of the California band, from the instrumentation to the wonderful, five-part harmonies. Their sets consist of the Eagles greatest hits, plus some solo songs from Don Henley, Joe Walsh, and Glenn Frey.

Ben Folds at Kennedy Center Concert Hall

Ben Folds

The frontman of his self-named band, rock artist and producer Ben Folds continues to work with some of the most eclectic names in music and entertainment (remember his Common People cover that featured William Shatner and Bill Clinton?), as well as pushing the envelope on alt-rock ever further. A self-confessed enigma, he prefers to stay out of the limelight except when touring, but can easily claim credit for some of music's most unlikely trends.

Elle King at The Fillmore Silver Spring

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.

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