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Best Indie & Rock This Fall

in Philadelphia

Renaissance at Lansdowne Theater

Renaissance

English rock band Renaissance are best known for their hit singles 'Northern Lights', 'Mother Russia' and 'Ashes are Burning'. Their unique sound has gained a huge following of fans throughout their career, fusing together folk, jazz, classical and rock - Renaissance literally has something for everyone.

Amy Grant at American Music Theatre

Amy Grant

Ever since bursting on the scene as a young teenager in 1976, Grammy award-winning Amy Grant has built a long, successful career on music that comes from her heart, and matters. This year sees her bringing her sensational talent to the North American road. Make sure you don't miss Grant's contemporary, award-winning Christian music when she comes to a town near you!

Vampire Weekend at TD Pavilion

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'.

Sonic Symphony at The Met Philadelphia

Sonic Symphony

Attention video gamers and music fans alike! Come and let the orchestra take you on a high-speed journey through over 30 years of iconic music from the Sonic The Hedgehog universe! Sonic Symphony is an all-encompassing immersive experience, with a symphony orchestra performing musical selections spanning the entire three-decade range of the Sonic universe.

Daughtry at Franklin Music Hall

Daughtry

Alternative rock band Daughtry formed in 2008 after vocalist Chris Daughtry made it to the finals in the fifth season of American Idol. The show proved to be the perfect platform for the North Carolina native, with several studio albums under his belt he's showing no signs of slowing down. Don't miss the chance to see them live this year!

Godspeed You Black Emperor! at Union Transfer

Godspeed You Black Emperor!

Formed in 1994 in Montreal, Canada, the band has been highly influential within the post-rock genre. Working with orchestrated arrangements, the nine-piece group created tracks with wide dynamic ranges, a highly evocative use of instrumentation and sounds and uncompromising long form compositions...

Modest Mouse at The Fillmore

Modest Mouse

Indie cult rockers Modest Mouse are back and ready to take on North America again as they celebrate 20 years of their seminal fourth record, 'Good News For People Who Love Bad News'. With singles including 'Float On' and 'The Good Times Are Killing Me' expect a night of nostalgia and indie joy as they pitch up to a stage near you.

Aaron Lewis at Parx Casino and Racing

Aaron Lewis

Aaron Lewis is a founding member and the frontman of the popular rock band Stained and a Grammy Award-nominated songwriter. See him live this year as he takes to the road around the US as a solo artist performing his own country-influenced material. Not to be missed for fans of this very talented musician!

Dark Star Orchestra at Penns Peak

Dark Star Orchestra

The Grateful Dead have been resurrected in the form of Dark Star Orchestra. Formed in 1997, this tribute band came up with the novel idea of recreating complete sets from The Grateful Dead's gigantic list of concerts. They adapt their playing and sound depending on what era of Dead they're tackling on the night, and while they slavishly recreate the sound of the band down to the minutest detail, the band often embark on epic improvisations that would make their heroes proud.

Adrianne Lenker at Union Transfer

Adrianne Lenker

Big Thief's Adrianne Lenker is going on a worldwide tour this year, supporting her upcoming solo album Bright Future. With her heartwrenching lyricism, accompanied by her angelic voice, Lenker will surely bring a tear to your eye on this string of dates. Beginning in Ireland on the 19th of April, and ending on the 26th of November in Philidelphia, this tour is a must-see for all indie folk fans.

Animals As Leaders at Union Transfer

Animals As Leaders

Guitarists Tosin Abasi and Javier Reyes, along with drummer Matt Garstka, make up the distinctive band that is Animals As Leaders. Their name alone represents the band's individual approach to producing and performing metal music, characterized by their signature instrumental sound. This much-anticipated jaunt will see them celebrate the 10th anniversary of their third studio album, "The Joy Of Motion," by performing the full album for fans!

The English Beat at City Winery

The English Beat

The English Beat (or The Beat as they're known in their native UK) surprised fans in 2016 with the announcement of a new record in the works - their first studio album since 1982's Special Beat Service! Their current line-up features original singer and principal songwriter David Wakeling, who lent the group his unmistakable vocals throughout their 80s heydey.

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