The Vanguard and Bros. Houligan Present...
The Unlikely Candidates
with
Icarus Bell, Mingo Drive
Thu
Oct, 17
8:00 pm
( Doors: 7:00 pm )
The Vanguard
All Ages
$15-20 // $40
Additional Info
PLEASE NOTE:
No backpacks or other large bags will be permitted at entry. If a bag is necessary, we encourage you to carry something the size of a standard fanny pack or clutch. All bags subject to search at entry.
All patrons will be subject to wanding with a metal detector at entry. No weapons, including folding pocket knives, will be allowed to enter the venue.
No outside drinks or reusable drink containers will be permitted. This includes Camelbak style backpacks.
No smoking allowed inside venue. We have an open re-entry policy, so you will be permitted to go outside if you would like to smoke during the event.
No backpacks or other large bags will be permitted at entry. If a bag is necessary, we encourage you to carry something the size of a standard fanny pack or clutch. All bags subject to search at entry.
All patrons will be subject to wanding with a metal detector at entry. No weapons, including folding pocket knives, will be allowed to enter the venue.
No outside drinks or reusable drink containers will be permitted. This includes Camelbak style backpacks.
No smoking allowed inside venue. We have an open re-entry policy, so you will be permitted to go outside if you would like to smoke during the event.
Artists
The Unlikely Candidates
One listen to The Unlikely Candidates, and it’s clear that the Fort Worth, TX alternative rock mavericks create their own scene. One song vaults from stadium anthem into a piano ballad, while the next twists from syncopated singalong into a contemporary grunge-influenced pop song. Hailing from Texas, the boys immediately separated themselves since uniting in high school. Breaking from the typical musical traditions associated with the Lone Star State, they turned up with an alternative style of their own. They challenged the status quo and carved out their own niche in Fort Worth. No matter where they are, they’ve clung to a sound that’s simply The Unlikely Candidates. The band has logged countless miles on the road alongside everyone from Cage The Elephant, Sublime with Rome, The Offspring, Young The Giant, The Dirty Heads, Fall Out Boy, and Brick + Mortar. As they’ve grown as a band, the boys have earned acclaim from the likes of The New York Times, AXS, Esquire, Nylon, Alternative Press, Baeble, and more. Additionally, the band’s music has been featured on Hulu’s Veronica Mars, Showtime’s Ray Donovan, ABC's American Idol, FOX's The Four, NFL's Super Bowl 2018 playoffs, and ESPN's 2018 Indy 500. The truth is, with steeple-vaulting vocal acrobatics and fiery falsetto’s, combined with heavy-hitting synth melodies, undeniably catchy lyrics, and feel good beats, The Unlikely Candidates’ sound is still too big and bold for any scene.
Icarus Bell
Mingo Drive
Mingo Drive is a Tulsa indie alt-pop band. Formerly Jasper Wilderness, this group known for their unique blend of blues and alternative rock generated over 1 million all time streams, 17 released songs, and shows all around Tulsa ranging from small rooms to arenas, supporting bands including The Driver Era and Wilderado. Their playlist credits include Spotify's All New Rock, Fresh Finds, Fresh Finds Rock and Apple Music's New In Rock, New In Alternative. Now reborn as Mingo Drive, the band embarks on a fresh musical journey honing on their distinct sound, seeking a name that reflects their essence: lifelong friends creating music amidst the vibrant backdrop of their beloved city. Infused with gritty basslines and twangy dobro solos, their music pays homage to Tulsa's iconic sound while embracing contemporary pop and alt-rock influences including The Killers and Radiohead. As they prepare to release their latest singles, Mingo Drive promises to create music for everybody while skillfully exploring a range of human emotions in their lyrics and soundscapes. The songs touch on themes such as regret, conflict, self-discovery, and hope. The first single will be released on July 9, 2024 with four more singles to follow monthly into the new year.