Get ready to rock your socks off at The Mansion in Kingston with the Indie Rock Invasion! This isn't your typical concert—it's a wild, homegrown, raw, intimate, and totally local experience. These aren't just any bands; they’re your neighbors, your friends, your community legends. They're bringing all the grunge rock queer vibes, and raw energy straight from our own backyard.
Expect an intimate, no-holds-barred musical ride where every riff and lyric hits close to home.
Come for the music, stay for the vibes. Support your local scene, meet new friends, and maybe even start a mosh pit or two. This night’s about celebrating the raw, unfiltered talent blooming right here in our community.
Grab your tickets, bring your friends, and let’s make some noise!
LINEUP:
fxrrvst: Hailing from Toronto, fxrrvst (pronounced 'forest') is your friendly neighborhood queer alternative/indie/emo band. Their music is a heartfelt blend of passion and activism. With eco-conscious merch and a commitment to making a difference, they turn every performance into a call for change.
Pot Is Drugs: Formed in London, Ontario, this alt-rock band from Fanshawe’s Music Industry Arts program brings a laid-back yet electrifying approach to the stage. Influenced by The Strokes, The Black Keys, and Jack White, their live performances are filled with moments of rawness, tension, and unfiltered excitement.
Lucid Smog Disorder: This Toronto-based rock band brings an explosive mix of aggressive, campy punk tunes and lyrics that blend pessimism with a flicker of hope. Known for turning even the smallest clubs into arenas of pure energy, they’ll make you feel every beat, every riff, and every raw emotion from their self-produced album "Psychedelicacy."
A Weekend at Ramonas: This GTA indie rock group guarantees fun with their infectiously catchy tunes. Their live shows are a burst of energy and joy, reminding you of the unrestrained, pre-pandemic local concert vibes with a modern twist.
Hosted by Alia Arcangel: Our night is guided by the captivating Alia Arcangel, an interstellar queer refugee creating a heaven for heathens on earth.
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