Lots of favorite bands and up-and-coming artists are in Chattanooga this week; here are our picks of which ones to see.
Here are 10 concerts to see in the next seven days, all around Chattanooga. For tickets and more information, head to the Chattanooga Music Guide Concert Calendar.
Monday 9/9: Monday Nite Big Band @ Barking Legs
The Chattanooga Monday Nite Big Band has been performing in town for over 40 years. Founded by the late pianist Paul Lohorn and saxophonist Ed Leamon, the CMNBB features several local professional musicians. // Barking Legs Theater 7:30PM $15 Ticket link
Monday Nite Big Band Live (Credit: @SeanJagels)
Tuesday 9/10: Heavens Die @ Dragon’s Roast
Virginia-based hardcore bands Heaven’s Die and Dimension Six make a stop in Chattanooga on their September tour, hitting cities from Detroit to Miami. Joining them are Fleshless Body from Springfield, MO, and Atlanta’s Tsuris. It’s going to get loud and heavy. // Dragon’s Roast 7PM $15
Heavens Die “Cold As Ash” (Official Music Video)
Wednesday 9/11: Theo Lawrence @ Cherry St. Tavern
Theo Lawrence, a French-Canadian singer-songwriter now based in Austin, blends 1950s and 60s country with touches of rock ’n’ roll and pop. His music showcases a deep reverence for American traditions, evident in his latest album Pickin’ & Singin’, where he channels classic country with modern flair. Opening for Lawrence is Cleveland, TN-based duo Fawley. // Cherry Street Tavern 9PM $10
Theo Lawrence “Bottle Green” (Official Audio)
Wednesday 9/11: The 502s @ The Signal
Orlando’s The 502s bring infectious energy to the indie folk scene, known for their joyous live shows. Led by Ed Isola and his crew of lifelong friends, this six-piece band blends folk with a variety of influences, earning over 150 million streams and selling out shows worldwide. Opener: Atlanta’s indie duo Hey, Nothing. // The Signal 8PM $34.43 Ticket link
The 502s “Something’s Gonna Go Our Way” (Official Music Video)
Friday 9/13: Sinai Vessel @ Yellow Racket Records
North Carolina’s Sinai Vessel, the project of Caleb Cordes, offers a powerful, genre-blending approach to indie rock. Introspective lyricism and a reflective sound are abundant on his latest LP I SING, earning critical praise. Sinai Vessel’s layered textures challenge and engage. Openers are Golden Blend, local shoegaze band MULT, and experimental folk group Signs Following. // Yellow Racket Records 10PM $12 Ticket link
Sinai Vessel “I Sing” (Official Audio)
Friday 9/13: We Are Us @ Boneyard
Chattanooga alt-pop band We Are Us celebrates the release of their latest album with a release show this Friday. Fronted by Darren Johnson, Travis Avery, Colin James, and Kyle MacKillop, the band was named one of the city’s best in 2020. No Thank You John and DJ Chando will also take the stage // The Boneyard 9PM $10
We Are Us “Counterfeit” (Official Audio)
Saturday 9/14: Racket at the Boneyard @ Boneyard
Celebrate local music and vinyl culture with Yellow Racket Records’ Racket at The Boneyard on Saturday, September 14th. Enjoy live sets from Chattanooga’s Telemonster, Days Now, Breznik, Daniel Nelson, and DJ sets, alongside exclusive deals at a pop-up record shop. // Boneyard 4PM $15 Ticket link
Telemonster “Opheliac” (Official Music Video)
Saturday 9/14: Willa Mae @ Cherry St. Tavern
Knoxville-based indie rocker Willa Mae released her polished debut album, Kids, in 2020. Joining her is Seattle’s Fiona Moonchild, a dream-pop artist with influences like Stereolab and David Bowie. Local support comes from great King Heard. // Cherry Street Tavern 9PM $10
Willa Mae “Flirt with the Idea” (Official Music Video)
Saturday 9/14: Bloom @ Dragon’s Roast
Immerse yourself in a night of carefully crafted sound and visuals at Bloom. This unique event pairs DJ sets with live VJ performances for an unforgettable sensory experience. Featured pairings include DreamLake & Eeno.Ecco, Digital Blunts & Dough.Jo, R3lic & Logic Equinox, and Dough.Jo & Dus4. // The Dragon’s Roast 9PM $15 Ticket link
DreamLake “Forever” (Live Version)
Saturday 9/14: Sun Bleach release show @ JJ’s Bohemia
Celebrate the release of Catalyst Waves, the debut full-length from Sun Bleach, at JJ’s Bohemia. Joining them for a night of loud, high-energy rock are local favorites Oki Turbo and Shaky’s Bad Knee. Expect an raucous evening of no-frills rock ‘n’ roll. // JJ’s Bohemia 9PM
