Seattle is one of the biggest music hubs in the United States. We’ve compiled a list of rad, affordable concerts within the area to look forward to during this Fall Quarter.
1. Alt-J
Alt-J, otherwise known as ∆, is a folk-step band composed of 4 musicians. Their first album, An Awesome Wave, was nominated for three Brit Awards and won the Mercury Prize. Some of their popular songs include “Breezeblocks” and “Left Hand Free.”
Genre: Folk-step
When: Wednesday October 15
Where: The Paramount Theatre
Price: $39.50
2.RAC
RAC, previously known as “Remix Artist Collective,” is the solo project of André Allen Anjos. He is know for having over 200 mixes, including songs by Lady Gaga, Bob Marley, Lana Del Rey, and Two Door Cinema Club. Some of his popular songs include “Let Go” and “Cheap Sunglasses.”
Genre: Indie Rock/Synthpop
When: Friday and Saturday November 7 and 8
Where: The Crocodile
Price: $21.50 in advance
3.Tegan and Sara
Tegan and Sara are an indie pop duo with a 13-year career that has allowed them to expand their music and audience all over the world. They are well known for their songs, “Closer” and “Back In Your Head.”
Genre: Indie Pop/Alternative
When: Tuesday November 11
Where: Paramount Theatre
Price: $31.25-$41.25
4. Hoodie Allen
Hoodie Allen is an independent rapper from Plainview, New York. His first EP, All American, was number 10 on Billboard’s Top Albums in 2012. He is known for his songs including, “No Interruption” and “You Are Not A Robot.”
Genre: Hip Hop
When: Wednesday November 12
Where: The Paramount Theatre
Price: $26.25
5. Generationals
Generationals is a duo from New Orleans. Their unique sounds are similar to Dr. Dog and Capitol Years. The duo is known for songs such as “Put a Light On” and “Spinoza.”
Genre: Rock
When: Saturday November 15
Where: The Crocodile
Price: $13 in advance
6. James Vincent McMorrow
James Vincent McMorrow is a singer-songwriter from Dublin, Ireland. He gained major popularity after his first album, Early in the Morning and is known for songs such as “Cavalier” and “Red Dust.”
Genre: Folk/Singer Songwriter
When: Sunday November 16
Where: Neptune Theatre
Price: $25
7.The 1975
The 1975 is an alternative rock band originating from Manchester. They are well known for songs such as “Chocolate” and “Girls.”
Genre: Alternative Rock
When: Sunday November 16
Where: Paramount Theatre
Price: $26.25
8. Noah Gundersen
Noah Gundersen is a local singer songwriter who is well known in Seattle. At the age of 13, he recorded his first ever album on his dad’s home tape machine. Now at age 24, he tours all around the United States and is known for his songs, “First Defeat” and “Family.”
Genre: Folk/Singer Songwriter
When: Friday November 28
Where: The Moore Theatre
Price: $20 in advance
9. Kina Grannis
Kina Grannis is a solo singer songwriter from California. With over 981,296 subscribers and over 155.23 million views, she has gained a lot of her popularity from her YouTube channel. Some of her popular songs include “The Fire” and “Valentine.”
Genre: Acoustic/Folk/Pop
When: Monday December 8
Where: The Crocodile
Price: $20 in advance
10. G-Eazy
Gerald Earl Gillum better, also known by his stage name G-Eazy is an American rapper, songwriter and producer from Oakland, CA. His most popular songs are “Marilyn” and “I Mean It”.
Genre: Rap
When: November 24th
Where: Showbox SODO
Price: $30