Kilby Block Party: The Strokes Run The Jewels & Hippo Campus - Saturday in Salt Lake City - May 14, 2023

Kilby Block Party: The Strokes Run The Jewels & Hippo Campus - Saturday in Salt Lake City, UT

May 14, 2023 · Fairpark Fairpark

LineUp

Tanukichan

4 concerts

Hannah van Loon's Oakland-based project Tanukichan is a key player in modern shoegaze, debuting in 2016 with Chaz Bear. Known for dreamy songwriting and collaborations, she released two albums and an EP under Company Records, with a 2023 album, GIZMO.

The Strokes

4 concerts

The Strokes, formed in NYC in 1998, revitalized rock with hits like "Last Nite." Influenced by Velvet Underground, they won a Grammy for Best Rock Album in 2021.

Hippo Campus

1 concert

Minneapolis-based band Hippo Campus, known for their album "Flood," features Jake Luppen, Nathan Stocker, Whistler Allen, and Zach Sutton. They craft emotionally resonant music with big hooks and a unique musical language developed since childhood.

Alex G

10 concerts

Alex G is the stage name for Alex Giannascoli, known for his melodic yet ragged style. His 2022 album "God Save the Animals" was widely acclaimed.

Osees

4 concerts

Osees, led by Rhode Island-born John Dwyer, has evolved his garage-punk project through noisy rock, psychedelic pop, and synth-infused styles. Known for albums like "Mutilator Defeated at Last" and "Protean Threat," Osees' energetic performances feature Dwyer's shouted vocals and wild guitar riffs. Longtime collaborators include Brigid Dawson and Lars Finberg. From German label Tomlab to In the Red, they've continually reinvented their sound, integrating synths into albums like "Intercepted Message." Notable for their collaborative ethos, Dwyer's projects span several genres, constantly pushing musical boundaries.