Atlanta Rock & Metal Society

Tix: $20+

Conan is a British doom metal band known for their crushingly heavy sound, blending sludge, drone, and stoner metal. Hailing from Liverpool, they’ve earned acclaim for albums like *Monnos* and *Existential Void Guardian*. Renowned for their "caveman battle doom" style, Conan has become a staple in the global doom metal scene.

Mares of Thrace is a Canadian sludge metal duo blending crushing riffs, doom-laden atmospheres, and feral intensity. Known for raw, emotionally charged performances, their critically acclaimed album *The Pilgrimage* cemented their place in extreme metal, pushing boundaries with minimalist instrumentation and powerful, genre-defying songwriting.

Tix: $69+

Pulp is an English alternative rock band formed in Sheffield in 1978, led by charismatic frontman Jarvis Cocker. Blending witty, socially observant lyrics with infectious melodies, they became one of the defining acts of the 1990s Britpop movement. Their sound fuses glam rock, pop, and disco influences, showcased on acclaimed albums like His ’n’ Hers and the Mercury Prize-winning Different Class. Anthems such as “Common People” and “Disco 2000” captured working-class life with humor and poignancy, securing Pulp’s place as one of Britain’s most beloved and enduring musical exports.

Tix: $28+

Calva Louise is an alternative rock band from Manchester, England, blending punk, psychedelic rock, grunge, and electronic elements into a bold, genre-defying sound. With raw guitars, futuristic synths, and multilingual lyrics, they craft a surreal yet catchy atmosphere. Their inventive songwriting and high-energy performances have established them as innovators in today’s alternative music scene.

Sicksense is a modern metal band delivering a powerful mix of groove, nu-metal, and metalcore influences. Fronted by dual vocalists, they balance aggressive screams with melodic hooks. Their music tackles raw, emotional themes while showcasing heavy riffs, dynamic rhythms, and high-energy performances, earning them a growing reputation in contemporary metal.