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Best Indie & Rock This Month

in Cedar Rapids

August 2024

Beach Boys at McGrath Amphitheatre

Beach Boys

It's hard to believe that these guys have been delighting the world to with their legendary surf infused rock and roll for five decades since releasing "Fun Fun Fun" but there you have it. Consisting of Al Jardine, Mike Love, and Bruce Johnston, 'America's Band' are still bringing their incredible sounds to venues across the world!

Kenny Wayne Shepherd at Paramount Theatre

Kenny Wayne Shepherd

Get ready to rock the house down as the Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band hits the road in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the album 'Trouble Is...25' - featuring Blues, Rock and of course guitars! There are few guitarists around who would dare stand toe to toe with Kenny Wayne Shepherd. A musical prodigy, the Louisiana native released his first record Led-better Heights at the tender age of 18. It was a runaway success, with Shepherd's exceptional playing elevating the rather standard blues fare contained within.

Primus at McGrath Amphitheatre

Primus

The ever-undefinable Primus have a huge 2024 ahead of them. As well as touring with Coheed & Cambria and A Perfect Circle, the band are also doing a string of headline sets throughout the USA. Composed of bassist/vocalist Les Claypool, guitarist Larry "Ler" LaLonde, and drummer Tim "Herb" Alexander, Primus has been pushing boundaries for nearly 40 years.

Grand Funk Railroad at Meskwaki Bingo And Casino

Grand Funk Railroad

Formed in 1969, Grand Funk Railroad rose to prominence as one of the 70s most revered hard rock bands thanks to a dedicated and near-constant touring schedule, a simple but bold as brass take on the blues-rock power trio sound and working-class appeal. Catch them as they keep trucking right on into the new decade on the Some Kind Of Wonderful North American tour, crossing 40 cities and marking 51 years of rocking, rolling and refusing to slow down.