208 S. First St., Ann Arbor
996-8555
blindpigmusic.com
This local club, renovated during its long Covid-enforced hiatus, features live music most Wed.–Sat. and occasional other nights, 9 p.m.–1 a.m. (unless otherwise noted). All ages shows are 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. or midnight. Also, occasional early shows, usually 7–10 p.m. Cover, dancing. Advance tickets sold at the 8 Ball Saloon (below the club) and at BlindPigMusic.com/calendar.
Upcoming Events
October 3, 2025: Shonen Knife.
All ages admitted. Veteran all-female Japanese pop-punk trio known for their stripped-down songs with idiosyncratic lyrics sung both in Japanese and English. They were personal favorites of the late Nirvana frontman, Kurt Cobain, who invited them to open for the band on a 1991 tour. Openers: The Pack A.D., an all-female Canadian garage rock duo, and Mazinga, a veteran popular Ypsilanti Detroit-style rock ‘n’ roll band. $25.
October 4, 2025: “00’s Hardore Night.”
With area rock bands impersonating popular harcore acts from the early 2000s, including One Exit Down as Norma Jean, Forge The Sun as Deftones, Nothing After This as Asking Alexandria, and Kept On Hold as Thrice. $20.
October 6, 2025: Ruston Kelly.
All ages admitted. This popular country-pop singer-songwriter from Nashville, the former husband of country superstar Kacey Musgraves, is known for his big, rich voice and self-described “dirt emo” style that blends country instrumentation with confessional lyrics that often explore themes of recovery and hardship. He has a brand-new album, Pale, Through the Window, about his recent spiritual awakening. Opener: Sam MacPherson, a New Jersey–born country-pop singer-songwriter. $35.
October 8, 2025: Jim Cherewick.
Versatile veteran local postpunk rock ’n’ roll singer-songwriter. Openers: the eclectic genre-hopping Ypsilanti band Mt. Hope Road, the Ypsilanti postpunk garage rock band Basket Case, and the Ypsilanti experimental stoner rock trio Cattywampus. $14.
October 9, 2025: Willis.
All ages admitted. Popular Nashville-based indie psychedelic rock band, led by bassist-vocalist Murphy Billings, known for its airy vocals, slinky guitar lines, and washed out synths. Opener: Hotel Fiction, an alt-rock band from Athens (GA). $30.
October 10, 2025: “Michigan Twang: Americana & Country Music Showcase.”
All ages admitted. With Detroit-area Americana cover band Feisty Birds, Michigan country-pop singer-songwriter Taylor Walls, and the Detroit-area Irish and early American folk trio Killarney Creek. 7 p.m. $14.
October 10, 2025: Thrillkill.
Local electronica DJ. Openers: fellow area DJs Lvneswitch & B2B Wells. $14.
October 11, 2025: Wanted.
Local rock band. Openers: fellow area rock bands Savetta and Salivos. $20.
October 15, 2025: Delicate Steve.
All ages admitted. The stage name of Steve Marion, a New Jersey-born guitar virtuoso whose bluesy indie rock instrumentals incorporate elements of progressive rock, folk, African rhythms, surf rock, & 70s pop. Opener: Dolly Creamer, a Tucson country-pop singer-songwriter. $25.
October 16, 2025: That 1 Guy.
All ages admitted. The stage name of Mike Silverman, a veteran Las Vegas-based classically trained bassist who has created his own instrument, the Magic Pipe, which his website describes as a “system of electronically wired steel plumbing, shaped somewhat like a harp, with a thick bass string wired from top to bottom and a hole that billows smoke during the climax of his live shows.” $25.
October 17, 2025: Vincent Lima.
Young L.A.–based indie folk singer-songwriter. Opener: Chance Emerson, a young Taiwanese American country-pop singer-songwriter. $28.
October 18, 2025: “Ryan Celsius: Phright Night II.”
This popular Washington D.C. DJ and video artist spins a Halloween set of phonk, experimental bass, and lofi trap music accompanied by synchronised video clips of horror movies. Openers: trap DJs Enokalypse and Rowles Royce. $30.
October 19, 2025: Madilyn Mei.
All ages admitted. Dreamy bedroom pop with an indie folk twist by this young Arizona singer-songwriter known for her bubbly lilting voice and whimsical wordplay. Opener: Amelia Day, a Seattle indie folk-pop singer-songwriter. $27.
October 20, 2025: Motown Rage.
Detroit hardcore hip-hop band. Openers: the Saginaw-area heavy rock band Taylor Mountain, the Detroit-area heavy rock band Days of Disaster, and the local metal band Concrete Angels. $20.
October 22, 2025: The Non-Professionals.
Indie pop-rock quartet from Macomb. Openers: area rock bands Colin and the Cougars, Amalgam Jam Band, & The Drive Home. $14.
October 25, 2025: Laundry Day.
All ages admitted. Popular young NYC pop quartet known for its fun & cheeky lyrics and thoughtful harmonies. Off the Record Press calls them “ones to watch,” writing that their new single, “No Go,” could be in the soundtrack to any iconic teen rom-com, with its effortlessly smooth background vocals and perfectly grungy instrumentals.” $23.
October 28, 2025: Pouya.
All ages admitted. Veteran Miami hip-hop rapper, considered a pioneer of the early 2010s underground Soundcloud rap scene, known for his dexterous vocal delivery and diverse production that incorporates elements of trap and jazz rap. $38.
October 29, 2025: Hobo Johnson & the LoveMakers.
All ages admitted. Pop-infused poetic hip-hop by this popular rapper from Sacramento who came to national attention when his impassioned NPR Tiny Desk Concert went viral in 2018. $35.
October 30, 2025: Hobo Johnson & the LoveMakers.
All ages admitted. Pop-infused poetic hip-hop by this popular rapper from Sacramento who came to national attention when his impassioned NPR Tiny Desk Concert went viral in 2018. $35.
October 31, 2025: Pajamas.
Stevie Wonder-themed Halloween show by this local funk-rock jam quartet. Costumes encouraged. $20.
Past Events
September 19, 2025: Aaron West and The Roaring Twenties. (More Info)
September 12, 2025: Long Beach Dub Allstars. (More Info)
August 8, 2025: Joshua Watkins & Ascension. (More Info)
August 7, 2025: “Turn the Lights Off & Dance Party.” (More Info)
