Of Montreal, the celebrated indie pop ensemble spearheaded by the distinctive Kevin Barnes, is set to embark on an extensive North American tour this summer. This highly anticipated series of performances will span from mid-June through early August, offering fans across the continent numerous opportunities to experience their unique sound live. The tour will feature dynamic support from the acclaimed band Sloppy Jane and the energetic Austin punk group Cormae, promising a diverse and captivating musical journey.
Of Montreal's Summer Tour Details Unveiled
The tour officially commences on June 19th in Athens, GA, at the 40 Watt Club, with Cormae joining as the opening act for the initial leg. This segment includes stops in prominent East Coast cities such as Carrboro, NC (Cat’s Cradle, June 20), Norfolk, VA (The Annex, June 21), Washington, D.C. (9:30 Club, June 22), New York, NY (Webster Hall, June 23), Cambridge, MA (The Sinclair, June 24), and Philadelphia, PA (Underground Arts, June 25). The band will then proceed through Buffalo, NY (Asbury Hall, June 26), Pittsburgh, PA (Mr. Smalls, June 27), Detroit, MI (Magic Stick, June 28), Kalamazoo, MI (Bell’s Eccentric Café, June 29), Chicago, IL (Thalia Hall, June 30), Louisville, KY (Headliners Music Hall, July 1), Chattanooga, TN (Barrelhouse Ballroom, July 2), Asheville, NC (The Grey Eagle, July 3), and Charleston, SC (Charleston Pour House, July 4), all with Cormae.
A brief hiatus will be followed by the tour's second leg, beginning on July 21st in Nashville, TN, at Cannery Hall. For this portion, Sloppy Jane will take over support duties, accompanying Of Montreal through the Midwest and West Coast. Key dates include St. Louis, MO (Delmar Hall, July 22), Wichita, KS (Wave, July 23), Denver, CO (Bluebird Theater, July 24), Salt Lake City, UT (The Metro Music Hall, July 25), Boise, ID (Treefort Music Hall, July 26), Portland, OR (Wonder Ballroom, July 27), Seattle, WA (Neumos, July 28), Eugene, OR (Wow Hall, July 29), Roseville, CA (Goldfield Trading Post, July 30), San Francisco, CA (Great American Music Hall, July 31), Los Angeles, CA (Regent Theater, August 1), Phoenix, AZ (Crescent Ballroom, August 2), Albuquerque, NM (Sister, August 3), Dallas, TX (Trees, August 5), Austin, TX (Mohawk, August 6), Baton Rouge, LA (Chelsea’s Live, August 7), and concluding in Birmingham, AL (Saturn, August 8).
This tour announcement comes on the heels of a busy period for Of Montreal. Last year, they commemorated the 20th anniversary of their seminal 2005 album, The Sunlandic Twins, with a special reissue. Additionally, the band recently unveiled their latest studio effort, Lady on the Cusp, earlier in 2024. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets via Ticketmaster for what promises to be an unforgettable series of performances. The tour offers a fantastic opportunity for both long-time devotees and new listeners to engage with Of Montreal’s evolving artistry and their compelling live show, supported by an exciting lineup of fellow musicians.