Damn Tall Buildings + Guest Opener Kal Schimmers

Description

Damn Tall Buildings is a damn fine trio, mixing bluegrass, swing and foot-stomping old-time music

In their early days, Brooklyn-based Damn Tall Buildings didn’t rehearse – they busked. Now, whether live or on record, the band still radiates the energy of a ragtag crew of music students playing bluegrass on the street. But anchoring that energy is their instrumental chops, their strong songwriting, and their varied influences that stretch beyond bluegrass, even beyond American roots music altogether. 

Whether sharing lead vocals and instrumental solos or blending their voices into loose, joyous harmony, the four members of Damn Tall Buildings (guitarist/lead vocalist Max Capistran, bassist/lead vocalist Sasha Dubyk, fiddler/vocalist Avery Ballotta and banjoist/vocalist Jordan Alleman) blend elements of bluegrass, blues, roots-rock, and vintage swing to create a captivating, high-energy sound. 

Since their busking days, they’ve made three albums: 2014’s Cure-All, 2015’s self-titled, and 2019’s Don’t Look Down. Their lyrics and beauty and glory in the mundane, workaday struggle of everyday life: time keeps passing, you don’t like your job, you drink too much, you laugh with your friends, you search for a home, and you dream about what else might be out there. You carry on. This is what Damn Tall Buildings sings about, what they seek to share with their audience.

Kal Schimmers:

Kal Schimmers, the 19-year-old artist based in Lacrosse, WI, holds an unexpected element in his craft. Hold on tight because this young talent is on fire in his spirit, and his music will surely lift you out of your seat. He was born and raised in Appleton, WI, and first broke into the scene when he was 16 years old. His emotional, deep lyrics along with his smooth voice, and guitar skills are truly something special.

In Kal's words, "All I want when sharing my art with others is that they walk away inspired, lifted in spirit, and go about their day feeling a deeper purpose and oneness with God's grace, and most importantly a smile on their face."
Kal also mentions how another favorite aspect of his when playing live is how it connects everyone in the room. It brings us together to a safe place where we can celebrate art, explore ourselves in an introspective way, and share the love as one!

Doors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats, visit our historic lobby, concession stand and fully stocked bar!

Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM

Date & Time

Sat, Sep 14, 2024 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Venue Details

The Bend Theater

The Bend