Riot Fest Chicago Tickets - Douglass Park

Smoking Popes

2 concerts

The Smoking Popes, formed in Chicago in 1991, blended punk-pop with a lounge singer style led by Josh Caterer. Known for the hit "Need You Around," they toured with Green Day and Jimmy Eat World. After splitting in 1998, they reunited with a new drummer in 2005.

Bad Religion

5 concerts

Emerging in 1980 from Los Angeles, Bad Religion's socially conscious punk rock, driven by Greg Graffin and Brett Gurewitz, has influenced generations and shaped the genre.

Lambrini Girls

23 concerts

Brighton's Lambrini Girls, featuring Phoebe, Lilly, and Banksy, blend punk flair. Their debut, "Who Let The Dogs Out," is out now. Known for vibrant, high-energy shows.

The Effigies

1 concert

The Effigies, a key band in Chicago's punk scene, formed around 1980. Known for their impactful, artful punk with shout-along choruses, they influenced bands like Naked Raygun. Hits include "Bodybag." Albums like For Ever Grounded showed a shift to post-punk, working with producer Iain Burgess. Despite struggles and line-up changes, they toured widely. Lead singer John Kezdy, who became a lawyer, occasionally reformed the band. Tragically, Kezdy passed away in 2023, leaving a lasting legacy in punk rock.

Inhaler

3 concerts

Inhaler's "Open Wide" blends indie, garage-rock, glam-pop, and art-rock, influenced by T.Rex and Depeche Mode. Produced by Kid Harpoon, it showcases their artistic confidence with tracks like "Eddie In The Darkness" and "Billy (Yeah Yeah Yeah)."

Dance Hall Crashers

4 concerts

Dance Hall Crashers, born in Berkeley, CA, is a ska-punk band known for energetic tunes like "Lockjaw," led by vocalists Elyse Rogers and Karina Denike. Initially formed by Tim Armstrong and Matt Freeman, they reformed in 1992, releasing albums under MCA's 510 division.

Footballhead

13 concerts

Footballhead, born in an unknown location, is known for its introspective lyricism and indie rock style. Their EP “Before I Die” explores themes of fate and time.

Microwave

28 concerts

Microwave's fourth album "Let's Start Degeneracy" was recorded in Atlanta/Nashville. Mixed by Josh Wilbur, it showcases their eclectic sound blending ambient pop, R&B, and psychedelia, with lyrics inspired by self-discovery.

IDLES

12 concerts

IDLES, known for vibrant punk music, released their impactful fifth album "TANGK" — symbolizing love and gratitude. The band is celebrated for blending raw sound with themes of joy and resistance.

The Ataris

5 concerts

Indiana-formed pop-punk band the Ataris, led by Kris Roe, gained fame in the late '90s. Known for 2003's *So Long, Astoria* and a hit cover of "Boys of Summer", they achieved chart success. Despite line-up changes, Roe continues to tour with alt-rock hooks. Notable collaborations include Vandals' Joe Escalante and members of Descendents.

Weakened Friends

9 concerts

Weakened Friends, formed by Sonia Sturino, Annie Hoffman, and Adam Hand, known for their emotive sound, explore musician life struggles on their album "Quitter."

The Wonder Years

35 concerts

The Wonder Years, from Lansdale, PA, are known for their heartfelt pop-punk. Led by Dan Campbell, they explore themes of growth and purpose on "The Hum Goes On Forever."

Dune Rats

2 concerts

Dune Rats, formed in Brisbane, 2011, are known for their energetic punk style. Their albums, including "The Kids Will Know It's Bullshit," and "Hurry Up and Wait," reached #1 on Australian charts. Collaborated with Zac Carper of FIDLAR, they've earned multiple ARIA nominations.