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Best Indie & Rock in September 2024

in Detroit

October 2024

Vampire Weekend at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre

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'.

Twenty One Pilots at Little Caesars Arena

Twenty One Pilots

Grammy Award-winning duo Twenty One Pilots are embarking on a brand new tour, 'The Clancy World Tour', in support of their latest album, 'Clancy'! Hailing from Ohio, Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun formed the band while in college and independently released their records before being signed by Pete Wentz's Fueled By Ramen label in 2013. Since the debut of their first studio album, 'Vessel', they have been creating genre-defying sounds blending synth, spoken word, and more, amassing a dedicated and immense fan base. Don't miss out as they set off on their largest headlining tour yet!

The Front Bottoms at Saint Andrews Hall

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'.

Badflower at The Fillmore

Badflower

Badflower is gearing up for their upcoming "No Place Like Home" tour this fall, accompanied by support from Missio on all dates and Slothrust at select shows. Originating in Los Angeles in 2014, Badflower comprises singer/guitarist Josh Katz, lead guitarist Joey Morrow, bass guitarist Alex Espiritu, and drummer Anthony Sonetti. The masters of alternative rock, grunge, and punk often tackle heavy themes such as mental health, addiction, and societal issues in their music, and now you get to see them live!

Janes Addiction at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre

Janes Addiction

Get ready for the Janeassaince! Jane's Addiction is back and ready to rock the road once more as they tour with their classic lineup for the first time in 14 years! Consisting of frontman Perry Farrell, drummer Stephen Perkins with bassist Eric Avery and guitarist Dave Navarro, the alt-rock icons will be joined by Love & Rockets for this super exciting return.

PJ Harvey at Masonic Temple Theatre

PJ Harvey

Emerging into the British rock scene of the early 90s like a hurricane, Polly Jean Harvey set about taking names and kicking ass. PJ Harvey has electrified fans with the news of her highly anticipated return to North America for the first time since 2017. Embarking on an epic tour in support of her latest album "I Inside the Old Year Dying,".

Dropkick Murphys at The Fillmore

Dropkick Murphys

The Dropkick Murphys are a Celtic punk band who count amongst their many influences bands such as The Pogues, The Clash, Stiff Little Fingers and AC/DC. Their music has been used as the Boston Red Sox's World Series-winning song as well as in many films such as Fever Pitch. Don't miss them live this year when they hit the road once more!

Manchester Orchestra at The Fillmore

Manchester Orchestra

Indie rock bands, Manchester Orchestra head out on a new tour this year. Don't miss your chance to see the grungy Atlantan rockers as they play a selection of tracks for their six studio albums and of course, fan favorites! Make sure you're part of the celebration when the Manchester Orchestra comes to a town near you.

Rainbow Kitten Surprise at Masonic Temple Theatre

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.

Korn at Pine Knob Music Theatre

Korn

Get ready to raise those fists in the air, Korn are heading to LA for the 30th Anniversary of their self-titled album Korn'. Expect to hear old iconic material from the nu-metal godfathers with Evanescence, Gojira, Scars On Broadway joining Korn in support. Don't miss your chance to alternative metal live this fall!

Sigur Ros at Cathedral Theatre

Sigur Ros

Sigur Ros is heading on tour this fall and will be joined by a 41-piece orchestra! Known for their capacity to create expansive otherworldly soundscapes, Iceland's adventurous post-rock vanguards Sigur Ross are true originals, shaping their musical vision into an incandescent career that has garnered them worldwide acclaim and a legion of like-minded fans. Don't miss what is sure to be a spectacular evening of sound and color with one of the best bands in the world today!

The Lemonheads at Majestic Theater

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.

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