Tulsa Hot Spots Incubus
Flogging Molly
Hard Rock Casino / May 23rd Nineties sensation Incubus released their seventh studio album, If Not Now, When?, in 2011. For 21 years, Incubus has been producing beautiful rock music that stays consistent. The band has issued a wide variety of instruments into their music that contributes to their unique style of rock, including a djembe, sitar, didgeridoo and bongos.
The Historic Brady Theater / May 17th Flogging Molly is a seven piece Celtic punk rock band from L.A. Releasing their Irish rage, the band utilizes a myriad of instruments, including the bodhran, banjo, spoons, fiddle, tin whistle, uillean pipes, accordion, concertina and mandolin. Simply by listening, audiences are transported to a drunken night in Dublin.
AWOLNATION/Neon Trees
Major Lazer
Cain’s Ballroom / May 1st AWOLNATION, an American indie pop band, was created in 2010 by Aaron Bruno. The group has released two albums, and had a hit with their single “Sail,” which has been featured in many shows and movies. The pairing of AWOLNATION with Utah native alternative rock band Neon Trees should make for a fun and energetic show.
Local Scene Euphonic Dissonance
Euphonic Dissonance writes original crossover music using both electric and acoustic instruments before blending the sounds with computerized ones to create their dark and industrial electronic rock. The group’s infectious vibrations entrance listeners with their raw and rebellious progressions. Though the band’s music is extremely unique, its roots in past and present music seem to appeal to everyone. They synthesize grinds similar to those of David Bowie and Nine Inch Nails, as well as pull from influences like Arcade Fire and Depeche Mode. The band is currently working on their album titled Tech Messiah, seeking to deliver their audience’s ears from dull electronic music with a sound wall of roaring tectonic basslines. Obviously, based on their name, Euphonic Dissonance values the simultaneous use of opposite sounds and moods to create captivating medleys that are unforgettable. -KV
Cain’s Ballroom / May 31st Pioneers of a relatively new genre, this electroreggae band plans to head to Tulsa to share their island/dance party enhancing tunes. Major Lazer caters to anyone who wants to dance, have a good time, or simply to see a wild and energetic show full of eclectic lights and sounds.
Primus
The Historic Brady Theater / May 30th Originally founded in 1984, Primus is an American rock band based in San Francisco, currently composed of bassist/vocalist Les Claypool, guitarist Larry LaLonde and drummer Jay Lane. They are characterized by their irreverent and quirky approach to music that many describe as a combination of funk and progressive metal.