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Best Indie & Rock This Fall

in Durham

Medium Build at Cat's Cradle

Medium Build

Although Medium Build has been releasing music for just under a decade, it has only been within the last year that the American singer-songwriter has rocketed up into the alternative music scene. With his viral emotional performances of Give Me Back My Soul' and I Never Learnt To Dance' gaining mass attention online, he released his new album Country' to critical acclaim. After recently touring with Lewis Capaldi and Holly Humberstone, Medium Build's stage presence is a mix of stand-up comedy and tear-jerking passionate musical performance. Prepare for a night of laughs and cries with this incredible up-and-coming singer-songwriter.

Todd Rundgren at Fletcher Hall

Todd Rundgren

Rock 'n' roll icon, guitarist, interactive progenitor, singer/songwriter, and record producer Todd Rundgren comes to town in 2024. Years of experience and critical acclaim have by no means made Rundgren complacent, and he continues to push the boundaries in inventive and surprising ways. Don't miss your chance to see him as he heads on the 'Me/We' tour!

Built To Spill at Cat's Cradle

Built To Spill

'90s indie rock legends Built to Spill are hitting the road once again to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their 1994 LP 'There's Nothing Wrong With Love'! The band, led by vocalist Doug Martsch and accompanied by drummer Teresa Esguerra and bassist Melanie Radford, will be touring North America starting in late summer, with stops in Seattle, Chicago, Boston, and many more cities.

Bruce Cockburn at Cinema At Carolina Theatre

Bruce Cockburn

The Canadian folk and alt-rock singer is known for his progressive messages for social justice, the environment, politics, and welcoming spirituality, as much as he is for the sheer volume of material put out over 40 years. With over 300 songs recorded for 30 album releases, this hard-working rocker has seen 20 of these records achieve platinum status. With his 2014 autobiography, Rumours of Glory: A Memoir praised for its eloquence and humanity, Cockburn represents the best of the Canadian spirit.

Godspeed You Black Emperor! at Haw River Ballroom

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...

Dweezil Zappa at Fletcher Hall

Dweezil Zappa

Considering his father was the late great psychedelic-jazz-prog space wizard, many might assume that his son Dweezil has some big shoes to fill. However, the prodigious guitarist and producer came into his own as a solo performer in his own right, mesmerizing audiences with his technical prowess on the axe. He's regularly on the road with the Zappa plays Zappa ensemble as well as the Experience Hendrix Tour.

Sigur Ros at Durham Performing Arts Center

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 Beaches at Cat's Cradle

The Beaches

After announcing their brand new album titled 'Blame My Ex', The Beaches are hitting the road this year! Formed in Toronto, Canada, Jordan Miller, Kylie Miller, Leandra Earl and Eliza Enman-McDaniel have been making waves since their debut in 2013. They have opened up for legendary rock bands such as The Rolling Stones, Foo Fighters and the Eagles of Death Metal and many more artists. Don't miss the chance to see Canada's rising stars.

Jose Gonzalez at Fletcher Hall

Jose Gonzalez

After first coming to mainstream attention when his ebullient folky cover of The Knife's 'Heartbeats' was used to soundtrack 250,000 bouncy balls cascading down San Francisco's Filbert Street for a Sony advert, Jose Gonzalez has become recognized as an eccentric musician who thrills with a mix of classical guitar and soft melodies.

Atmosphere at Haw River Ballroom

Atmosphere

Fearlessly merging indie rock and hip hop, genre-bending Minneapolis duo Atmosphere was formed fresh out of high school by rapper Sean Daley AKA Slug and DJ/producer Anthony Davis AKA Ant. Honing their craft throughout the 90s, the duo became a regular in the city's underground hip hop scene before breaking into the mainstream in 1997 with the release of their debut album 'Overcast!'. Over two decades later, Slug and Ant continue to maintain a cult-like following of fans with a dynamic work ethic, prolific creative output and relentless tour schedule.

Beat - King Crimson Tribute at Fletcher Hall

Beat - King Crimson Tribute

The music of King Crimson is celebrated by a group of musicians that are less "tribute band" more "supergroup"! Legendary guitarist Steve Vai and Tool drummer Danney Carey join former King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin to tour a show performing the best bits from the legendary prog-rockers' three 1980s entries, Discipline, Beat and Three of a Perfect Pair... plus potentially a few surprises!

The The at Durham Performing Arts Center

The The

With the impending release of their first studio album in 25 years, post punk icons The The are back on stage with a world tour this fall! The brainchild of British frontman and remaining member Matt Johnson, the alt pop outfit achieved cult status in the 80s with their new-wave synth soundscapes, hypnotic grooves and iconic, darkly poetic lyrics. As well as songs from their first proper record in a quarter of a century, don't miss classics like Uncertain Smile, Heartland and Slow Emotion Replay.