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  • The Crystal Method and Rabbit in the Moon Are Playing Kings Hall in Everett This June — And This Bill Is Worth Clearing Your Calendar For

    The Crystal Method and Rabbit in the Moon Are Playing Kings Hall in Everett This June — And This Bill Is Worth Clearing Your Calendar For


    Q: What is The Crystal Method known for?
    The Crystal Method is a GRAMMY-nominated American electronic music act — originally the duo of Ken Jordan and Scott Kirkland, formed in Las Vegas in 1993 — who pioneered big beat electronica in the United States. Their platinum-selling debut album Vegas (1997) is one of the best-selling electronic albums in American history. Scott Kirkland now carries the project solo. On June 13, 2026, The Crystal Method headlines Kings Hall at APEX Everett alongside Florida rave legends Rabbit in the Moon.

    Verdict: GO. A GRAMMY-nominated act who headlined EDC, Lollapalooza, and Ultra Miami paired with one of the most theatrical rave acts America ever produced — all in an 800-person room. This is the kind of bill that plays much bigger cities than Everett.

    The Crystal Method and Rabbit in the Moon are coming to Kings Hall at APEX Everett on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Show time is 9:00 PM. Tickets start at $64 through Live Nation and Ticketmaster. This is an 18-and-older event.

    If you’re an electronic music fan living anywhere in Snohomish County and you’ve been waiting for a show that doesn’t require a drive to Seattle or a trip to a festival — this is the one.

    The Crystal Method: 30 Years of American Electronic Music, Distilled to One Stage

    There’s a version of American popular culture in the late 1990s and early 2000s that doesn’t exist without The Crystal Method’s fingerprints on it. The music appeared in video games, in films, in car commercials, in television soundtracks for the better part of a decade. It was everywhere because it was good — a specific American take on big beat and electronica that felt more muscular than what was coming out of the UK at the same time.

    Ken Jordan and Scott Kirkland formed The Crystal Method in Las Vegas in 1993, cutting their teeth on the early Los Angeles rave circuit after relocating. Their debut album, Vegas, came out in August 1997. It sold more than one million copies in the United States and was certified platinum by the RIAA in 2007. For a genre that was still fighting for shelf space in American record stores, that number meant something.

    They were GRAMMY-nominated. They headlined EDC, Lollapalooza, and Ultra Miami. They played more than 1,300 shows over the course of their run together. The Tweekend album in 2001 and Legion of Boom in 2004 followed Vegas into the Billboard Top 50 — high-altitude performance for electronic albums in that era. Divided by Night and the records that followed kept the project active through the 2010s.

    In 2017, Ken Jordan retired from music. Scott Kirkland carried the name forward as a solo project, continuing to write and perform as The Crystal Method. His most recent release, The Trip Out, is the seventh studio album under the Crystal Method banner and his second solo outing — a record that sounds like someone who has been making this music for 30 years and still finds it interesting.

    When Kirkland takes the stage at Kings Hall in June, he brings all of that history with him. The set will pull from the full catalog. If you have any nostalgia for Busy Child or Keep Hope Alive or Trip Like I Do, those songs still hit in a live setting in ways that the recordings don’t fully prepare you for.

    Rabbit in the Moon: The Most Theatrical Rave Act America Ever Produced

    The Crystal Method is the headliner. Rabbit in the Moon is the reason to arrive early.

    Rabbit in the Moon formed in Tampa, Florida, in the fall of 1992 — producer T.Confucius, DJ Monk, and performance artist Bunny. Orlando in the early 1990s was the underground rave capital of the American Southeast, and Rabbit in the Moon was among the acts who built that scene from nothing. They were among the first artists to mix theatrical live performance — costumes, staging, physical presence — with rave music at a time when most electronic acts were simply standing behind CDJs.

    Their 1993 track “O.B.E.” (Out-of-Body Experience) became one of the foundational records of American progressive breaks. Muzik magazine named it the most sought-after record of the previous decade when they ranked it in 2003 — a decade after it came out. That’s the kind of cultural shelf life that requires something genuinely original at the source.

    Their style draws from psychedelic trance, house music, and breakbeat, with a live presentation that prioritizes spectacle. A Rabbit in the Moon set isn’t background music for a room. It demands your attention. If you’ve never seen them, June 13 is an education.

    Kings Hall at APEX: The Right Room for This Bill

    This show happens in Kings Hall, the large-format concert room on the third floor of APEX Art and Culture Center at 1611 Everett Ave, Everett WA 98201.

    Kings Hall holds around 800 people. That’s the critical number here. The Crystal Method has played festival main stages and clubs that hold 5,000. Rabbit in the Moon has played massive warehouse events. When either of these acts plays a room this size, the energy concentrates. The show you get in an 800-person room is categorically different from what happens on a festival bill at scale — closer, louder from your position, more immediate.

    APEX has been booking at this level consistently: Antwane Tyler, Fretland, and Racyne Parker in May, The Crystal Method in June, Los Lobos and Los Lonely Boys in August. The booking calendar suggests the venue is staking a claim as a regional anchor for acts that don’t have a natural home between small clubs and arena shows. This is exactly the kind of venue Everett’s cultural calendar has needed.

    The venue is 18+ for this show. Tickets start at $64 through Live Nation (livenation.com) and Ticketmaster.

    The verdict breakdown:

    • Act unique to this market? Yes. Neither The Crystal Method nor Rabbit in the Moon has a scheduled Pacific Northwest show outside Everett in this window. If you want to see this bill in 2026, this is your show.
    • Right room for the act? Yes. 800 seats focuses rather than dilutes what both these acts do live.
    • Ticket price fair-market or below? From $64 for a co-headlining bill at this level is below what comparable shows cost in Seattle or Portland.

    Three for three. GO.

    What to Know Before You Go

    Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
    Show time: 9:00 PM
    Venue: Kings Hall at APEX Art and Culture Center, 1611 Everett Ave, 3rd Floor, Everett WA 98201
    Phone: (425) 374-8307
    Age restriction: 18 and older
    Tickets: From $64 at Live Nation and Ticketmaster

    While you’re planning June, Sorticulture runs June 5–7 at Hewitt Avenue and Colby — a free outdoor garden festival that turns downtown into a different city for a weekend. If you’re making early June a cultural month, the two events don’t compete; they layer. The Schack Art Center’s Contemporary Northwest Artists Exhibition opens May 28 and runs through August 22 — the gallery is worth hitting before or after the show.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is The Crystal Method still active?

    Yes. Scott Kirkland continues to produce and perform as The Crystal Method following Ken Jordan’s retirement from music in 2017. The project’s seventh studio album, The Trip Out, is Kirkland’s second solo outing under the banner.

    Who is Rabbit in the Moon?

    Rabbit in the Moon is a Florida-based electronic music act formed in Tampa in 1992, consisting of producer T.Confucius, DJ Monk, and performer Bunny. Their 1993 track “O.B.E.” was ranked by Muzik magazine in 2003 as the most sought-after record of the previous decade. They were among the first acts to combine theatrical stage performance with rave music in the United States.

    How old do you have to be for the Crystal Method show at APEX Everett?

    The June 13, 2026 show at Kings Hall is an 18-and-older event. Valid ID required at entry.

    How much are tickets for Crystal Method at APEX Everett?

    Tickets start at $64 and are available through Live Nation and Ticketmaster. Prices may increase as the June 13 date approaches.

    Where is Kings Hall at APEX Everett?

    Kings Hall is on the third floor of APEX Art and Culture Center, located at 1611 Everett Ave, Everett WA 98201. The venue holds approximately 800 people and is APEX’s flagship mid-size concert room.

  • Red Karma Brings Taylor Swift’s Catalog to the Historic Everett Theatre This Friday — $30, All Ages, Doors at 6

    Red Karma Brings Taylor Swift’s Catalog to the Historic Everett Theatre This Friday — $30, All Ages, Doors at 6

    What time does Red Karma play at the Historic Everett Theatre on May 1?
    Red Karma takes the stage at the Historic Everett Theatre (2911 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98201) on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM PDT. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Tickets are $30 general admission, with senior/military at $25 and children under 12 at $20.

    VERDICT: GO. All three criteria land: Red Karma is the only Taylor Swift tribute announced for this market this spring, the Historic Everett Theatre’s ~800-seat room is precisely the right size for this kind of act, and $30 GA undercuts every comparable tribute show in the Seattle market.

    The Historic Everett Theatre opened in 1901 as the Everett Opera House, and on Friday night — May 1 — it gets Taylor Swift.

    Not Taylor Swift. Red Karma, the Pacific Northwest tribute act that has spent years playing Swift’s catalog across the Emerald City and beyond. But in a 125-year-old building with original sight lines and real acoustics, with a stage that knows how to hold a show, the distinction matters less than you might think.

    The Essential Details

    The show is Friday, May 1 at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM. The venue is at 2911 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98201. The show runs approximately 90 minutes, ending around 8:30 PM per the official listing. If you are driving downtown, plan for parking on the adjacent streets or in the nearby garages — Friday evening in downtown Everett fills up, but it fills up manageable.

    Tickets are $30 general admission. Senior and military pricing drops to $25. Children under 12 are $20. If you are bringing the whole family — three or more members — the Family Pack pricing comes out to $20 per person, making this one of the more affordable live music nights you will find anywhere in Snohomish County this spring. Tickets are available at events.theatreconcertconsulting.com/red-karma-2/.

    Why Red Karma in This Room Works

    Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour became the highest-grossing concert tour in recorded history. For the fans in Everett who could not get tickets, could not afford the resale prices, or simply did not want to navigate a stadium, the tribute band circuit has become the practical alternative — and it has gotten very good.

    Red Karma is a Pacific Northwest outfit. The band has built its reputation playing this specific market — Seattle stages, Puget Sound clubs, the broader Emerald City scene — and that touring knowledge shows. They understand this audience because they have played to it for years.

    The Historic Everett Theatre is the correct room for this act. The venue seats roughly 800 people. The stage is proportioned for a production that wants actual intimacy — where the performer can see the audience, where you can hear the arrangement without stadium reverb washing out the detail. Taylor Swift’s catalog spans more than a decade of genre-crossing: the country years, the pop transformation of 1989, the dark turn of Reputation, the indie-adjacent textures of Folklore and Evermore, the pop maximalism of Midnights. Getting any of those eras to land correctly requires a room where the sound does not fight itself. The HET stage has that.

    The building opened on November 4, 1901 as the Everett Opera House. It hosted Lillian Russell and Al Jolson in its early decades, survived a 1923 fire, was rebuilt in 1924, and was restored between 2000 and 2004. Seeing Taylor Swift’s catalog performed here — in a room that has held real theater, real concerts, and 125 years of Everett’s public life — is not a lesser experience than a stadium. It is a different experience. Specifically, it is better for almost every reason that matters in a live music context.

    The Ticket Math

    The Seattle comp range for comparable tribute acts at venues like the Neptune or Moore runs from roughly $35 to $60 or more for general admission on a Friday night. The $30 GA at HET is on the low end of that range for a dedicated performance space, not a bar stage.

    The Family Pack pricing at $20 per person for three or more members is worth naming directly. There is no Pacific Northwest market where you take three people to a live music event in a real theater for $60 total on a Friday night. That pricing, combined with an all-ages format, makes this a legitimate family event. If you have kids who are in the Swiftie phase right now and you have been looking for a way to make the live music experience work without stadium prices, this is it.

    What to Expect

    Red Karma covers Taylor Swift’s catalog across multiple eras. Expect the country-to-pop crossover material alongside the 1989 high points, the Reputation era, and material from Folklore, Evermore, and Midnights. The set runs approximately 90 minutes. The venue serves beverages. The building has coat check facilities.

    This is a Friday night in downtown Everett. Dinner before on Hewitt Avenue or Colby, show at 7, home by 10. That is a complete evening.

    The Rest of May at the Historic Everett Theatre

    Saturday, May 2, Trio Los Panchos — 50 Aniversario — brings the Latin ballad tradition to the same stage. Two consecutive nights, two completely different audiences, the same 1901 building. The following week brings Richard Marx on Friday, May 8, and Corduroy (Pearl Jam tribute) on Saturday, May 9. Later in the month, Canned Heat and Big Brother and the Holding Company land on May 29 for a night that puts two original Woodstock bands on one bill. Downtown Everett is putting together a legitimate entertainment calendar, and May is making the case.

    What You Need

    • Venue: The Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98201
    • Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
    • Doors: 6:00 PM
    • Show: 7:00 PM — approximately 8:30 PM
    • Tickets: GA $30 / Senior-Military $25 / Children Under 12 $20 / Family Pack $20 per person (3+ members)
    • Ages: All ages
    • Buy tickets: events.theatreconcertconsulting.com/red-karma-2/

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is the Red Karma show at the Historic Everett Theatre all-ages?

    Yes. The May 1, 2026 show is all-ages, with Family Pack pricing available for groups of three or more at $20 per person.

    What time do doors open for Red Karma at HET?

    Doors open at 6:00 PM. The show starts at 7:00 PM and runs approximately 90 minutes.

    How much are tickets for Red Karma at the Historic Everett Theatre?

    General admission is $30. Senior/military pricing is $25. Children under 12 are $20. Family pack (3 or more people) is $20 per person.

    Where is the Historic Everett Theatre?

    2911 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98201. Phone: 253-422-4553. The building opened November 4, 1901 as the Everett Opera House.

    Is Red Karma a Seattle-area band?

    Red Karma is a Pacific Northwest tribute act based in the Seattle area, performing Taylor Swift’s catalog “across the stages of the Emerald City and beyond.”

    What songs does Red Karma play?

    Red Karma covers Taylor Swift’s catalog across multiple eras — from the country-era hits through Fearless and Red, through the pop transformation of 1989, Reputation, and into Folklore, Evermore, and Midnights.

    What other shows are coming to the Historic Everett Theatre in May?

    Richard Marx plays May 8, Corduroy (Pearl Jam tribute) plays May 9, and Canned Heat with Big Brother and the Holding Company headline May 29. Trio Los Panchos — 50 Aniversario — plays May 1 (same night as Red Karma, separate show). May at the HET is unusually strong.

  • Corduroy: The Pearl Jam Experience Lands at the Historic Everett Theatre May 9 — A Bay Area Tribute Plays the Grunge Catalog Inside a 1901 Opera House

    Corduroy: The Pearl Jam Experience Lands at the Historic Everett Theatre May 9 — A Bay Area Tribute Plays the Grunge Catalog Inside a 1901 Opera House

    Where can I see a Pearl Jam tribute band in Everett, WA? Corduroy: The Pearl Jam Experience plays the Historic Everett Theatre at 2911 Colby Avenue on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. It’s an all-ages show. General Admission tickets are $40, with an Early Bird Special at $30 while supplies last. The dance floor will be open.

    Verdict: GO. This is a unique-to-this-market booking — a touring Pearl Jam tribute landing at Seattle’s nearest historic opera house — in the right-size room, at fair-market pricing for an all-ages show. Two of three GO criteria clear cleanly. The third — value — is well above the bar at $30 Early Bird.

    The Historic Everett Theatre opened in 1901 as the Everett Opera House. It is a 125-year-old building with a restored stage, hard sight lines, and roughly 800 seats when fully sold. That is the kind of room Pearl Jam grew out of — small theaters, opera houses, the rooms a band books before the rooms get too big to feel anything in. Forty miles down I-5, in a basement off the Off Ramp Café in October 1990, five guys playing under the name Mookie Blaylock opened a show that became Pearl Jam. The band has since played stadiums on every continent that has them. The Historic Everett Theatre is closer to the room those five guys started in than anything Pearl Jam has played in three decades.

    That is the frame for what happens on Saturday, May 9.

    The Show

    Corduroy: The Pearl Jam Experience is a Bay Area-based tribute band founded in the summer of 2016 in San Francisco. They are one of eleven Pearl Jam tribute acts worldwide that were selected to perform at the TEN 30th Anniversary Online Tribute Concert organized by Grunge Magazine in August 2021 — a peer-vetted credential, not a self-applied one. The band’s catalog runs from 1991 through current Pearl Jam material, which means the Ten, Vs., Vitalogy, and No Code eras get their full treatment alongside the post-2000 records.

    The Everett show is officially billed as Corduroy’s 10th Anniversary celebration — they took the stage as a band in summer 2016 and are working a year-long anniversary run through 2026.

    The basics, verified:

    • Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
    • Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00 PM
    • Venue: The Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201
    • Tickets: General Admission $40 (Early Bird Special $30 while available)
    • Age: All Ages
    • Format: Dance floor open

    Both the official venue listing at events.theatreconcertconsulting.com and Bandsintown event #108180402 confirm identical date, time, and venue.

    Why “Corduroy” Is the Right Name for a Tribute

    If you have to be a Pearl Jam tribute band, “Corduroy” is the name to take. The original song lives on Vitalogy, Pearl Jam’s third studio album, released in 1994. It hit number 13 on Billboard’s Modern Rock Tracks chart without ever being released as a commercial single. Eddie Vedder wrote it after seeing a replica of one of his thrift-store corduroy jackets in a fashion store at a markup of hundreds of dollars. The song is about a relationship — not between two people, but between one person and a million of them. It is the song where Pearl Jam, at the peak of their commercial moment, lashed out at the culture industry that had spent two years selling the band back to its own audience at retail.

    A tribute band naming itself after that specific track is making a small, sharp argument: we are here for the music, not the merch. That is the right argument to make in a 125-year-old room in downtown Everett.

    The Venue: Why It Matters

    The Historic Everett Theatre opened on November 4, 1901, as the Everett Opera House — a 1,200-seat room that hosted Lillian Russell, Al Jolson, and George M. Cohan in its earliest years. A 1923 fire gutted it. The building was reconstructed in 1924 as the New Everett Theater. The 2000–2004 restoration brought it back to its current configuration of roughly 800 seats with a working stage, full sound system, and the original architecture intact at the bones.

    For a Pearl Jam tribute show, this is the right room. Pearl Jam’s grunge-era catalog was written for spaces this size — the Crocodile, the Off Ramp, the Moore. When you scale those songs up to a stadium, you lose the feedback, the room noise, the sweat in the crowd. When you scale them down to a theater that has been hosting live performance since the McKinley administration, the songs carry differently. Black sounds like Black in an 800-seat opera house. It does not sound like Black in a 50,000-seat baseball park.

    Surrounding Context: The Historic Everett Theatre’s May Slate

    May 9 sits inside the busiest month the Historic Everett Theatre has run this spring. The full month, all dates verified against the venue’s Tickible JSON-LD:

    • Friday, May 1 — Red Karma: Taylor Swift tribute, doors 6:00 PM
    • Saturday, May 2 — Trio Los Panchos Nostalgia Tour: 50 Aniversario, externally ticketed via Tickeri
    • Friday, May 8 — Richard Marx: After Hours tour
    • Saturday, May 9 — Corduroy: The Pearl Jam Experience (this show)
    • Saturday, May 16 — Dana Gould: stand-up comedy via Eventbrite
    • Friday, May 29 — Canned Heat with Big Brother and the Holding Company: two original Woodstock bands co-headlining

    Six bookings in May, four of them music, two of them co-headlining heritage acts. The Historic Everett Theatre is not running a quiet spring — and June’s Sorticulture festival spills into the venue too with a free Ciscoe Morris lecture on June 7.

    What to Expect in the Room

    A few practical notes for anyone who has not seen a tribute show in this venue before. The dance floor will be open, per the event description — that is unusual for the Historic Everett Theatre and signals that the front of the house is being run as a standing pit rather than seated rows for this show. If you want to sit, arrive early and pick your spot. If you want to stand, arrive when doors open and walk to the front. Confirm seating policy at the box office on the night.

    The venue is at 2911 Colby Avenue. Street parking is free after 5:00 PM throughout downtown on Saturdays. The Everpark Garage is two blocks away on Hewitt Avenue if street is full.

    Why Pearl Jam Tributes Work Differently in the Pacific Northwest

    Pearl Jam was formed in Seattle in 1990 by Jeff Ament, Stone Gossard, and Mike McCready. Eddie Vedder joined as lead singer after writing lyrics on the back of a tape he received in San Diego. The band’s first official show was at the Off Ramp Café on October 22, 1990 — they took the stage as Mookie Blaylock and announced their new name as Pearl Jam onstage. Forty miles north of the Off Ramp, the Historic Everett Theatre was almost a century old by the time Vedder walked into a Seattle basement to audition.

    A Pearl Jam tribute playing the Historic Everett Theatre is not a tribute act passing through a generic venue. It is a tribute act playing the catalog of the Pacific Northwest’s defining rock band in a Pacific Northwest building that is older than the band’s drummer’s grandparents. Bay Area-based Corduroy gets to play Black, Yellow Ledbetter, Even Flow, and Alive in a room where the audience will know every word and where the building itself has been hosting live music since the year of Theodore Roosevelt’s first vice presidency.

    That is a specific kind of show. It does not happen often. It is happening on May 9.

    How to Get Tickets

    Tickets are sold through the Historic Everett Theatre’s box office at events.theatreconcertconsulting.com/corduroy-the-pearl-jam-experience/. The Early Bird Special at $30 is the better value while it lasts; once those run out, General Admission opens at $40. Both tiers sit well below the $50–$70 range that comparable tribute shows pull in Seattle proper. For an all-ages 800-cap room with a restored historic stage, this is fair-market pricing on the low side.

    The dance floor is open. Doors at 7:00 PM. Show at 8:00 PM. Bring layers — Everett Aprils get cold after sundown and the walk back to your car is two blocks of downtown air.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What time does Corduroy: The Pearl Jam Experience start at the Historic Everett Theatre?

    Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

    How much do tickets cost?

    General Admission is $40. An Early Bird Special is available at $30 while supplies last. Both tiers are sold through the venue’s box office.

    Is the show all ages?

    Yes. The Historic Everett Theatre lists this as an all-ages show, with the dance floor open during the performance.

    Where is the Historic Everett Theatre?

    The venue is at 2911 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201, in downtown Everett. The building opened in 1901 as the Everett Opera House.

    Who is Corduroy: The Pearl Jam Experience?

    Corduroy is a San Francisco-based tribute band founded in summer 2016. They were one of eleven Pearl Jam tribute bands selected globally for Grunge Magazine’s TEN 30th Anniversary Online Tribute Concert in August 2021. The Everett show is part of their ten-year anniversary run.

    Is there parking at the Historic Everett Theatre?

    Free street parking is available throughout downtown Everett after 5:00 PM on Saturdays. The Everpark Garage on Hewitt Avenue is the nearest paid garage, two blocks from the venue.

    What other shows are happening at the Historic Everett Theatre in May 2026?

    The May slate includes Red Karma (Taylor Swift tribute) on May 1, Richard Marx on May 8, Dana Gould comedy on May 16, and Canned Heat with Big Brother and the Holding Company on May 29.



  • Canned Heat and Big Brother and the Holding Company Land at the Historic Everett Theatre May 29 — Two Bands That Played the Original Woodstock, on One Stage in Downtown Everett

    Canned Heat and Big Brother and the Holding Company Land at the Historic Everett Theatre May 29 — Two Bands That Played the Original Woodstock, on One Stage in Downtown Everett


    If you have ever wished you could have been at Max Yasgur’s farm in August 1969, the Historic Everett Theatre is doing the next best thing this spring. On Friday, May 29, 2026, two of the original Woodstock bands — Canned Heat and Big Brother and the Holding Company — are sharing one downtown Everett stage for a single night, in a venue that has been hosting live music in this town since five years before the Wright Brothers flew at Kitty Hawk.

    The official ask from the box office is delightful: “Dress up in your favorite 60’s hippie gear.” The official price tag on the marquee event is reasonable: $65 General Admission, $60 Senior/Military, $55 Family Pack when you buy three or more. And the official venue is a 1901 opera house at 2911 Colby Avenue, two blocks off Hewitt, that has been quietly building one of the most interesting tribute and heritage-act calendars on the I-5 corridor.

    This is one to clear the calendar for. Here is everything you need to know.

    The Show: Two Headliners, One Night, Doors at 6

    According to the official Historic Everett Theatre listing for the event, here are the confirmed details:

    • Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
    • Doors: 6:00 PM
    • Show: 7:00 PM (event ends approximately 10:30 PM per the venue’s posted end time)
    • Venue: The Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98201
    • General Admission: $65
    • Senior / Military: $60
    • Family Pack: $55 per ticket when buying 3 or more
    • Box office / tickets: events.theatreconcertconsulting.com (the official ticketing site for the venue)

    This is a co-headlining bill. Both bands are listed equally on the venue’s marquee, both are playing full sets, and both are being marketed as a tribute to Woodstock-era rock. The “Relive Woodstock 1969” subtitle is the venue’s own framing.

    The HeraldNet entertainment desk also flagged the show in their April 22, 2026 weekly preview, which is how a lot of folks in Snohomish County first heard about it. If you missed that one in the paper, this is your second look.

    Who Is Canned Heat in 2026?

    Canned Heat formed in Los Angeles in 1966 — roughly six decades ago, depending on which day you count from. They are not a tribute band. They are the band, with original member Adolfo “Fito” de la Parra still anchoring the kit as drummer, bandleader, and unofficial historian of the project. Per the band’s official bio published on the venue’s event page, the current touring lineup is:

    • Fito de la Parra — drums, bandleader (in his 58th year with the group)
    • Dale Spalding — vocals, harmonica, guitar (18-year tenure as of 2026; coming out of New Orleans, with a deep blues résumé)
    • Rick Reed — bass (joined four years ago after stints with Paul Butterfield, John Mayall, and the Chicago Blues Reunion)
    • Jimmy Vivino — lead guitar and vocals (best known for his 28-year run as guitarist, arranger, and music director for Late Night with Conan O’Brien; before that, a 20-year career playing with Al Kooper, Charlie Musselwhite, Michael McDonald, and many others)

    The catalog they are pulling from is genuinely iconic. Per the band’s official biography, their three signature worldwide hits are “On The Road Again,” “Going Up The Country,” and “Let’s Work Together.” They played the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival. They headlined the original Woodstock in 1969 — Canned Heat’s set notes from setlist.fm and the Woodstock archives confirm they took the stage Saturday, August 16, 1969 around 7:30 PM at sunset, ripping through “Going Up the Country” and closing with “On the Road Again” as the encore.

    What makes this stop interesting beyond the catalog: in 2024, Canned Heat released “Finyl Vinyl,” their first studio album in fifteen years. The venue’s listing notes the record put the band back on charts around the world and got named to multiple Top 10 Blues Albums of the Year lists. So when they hit the stage at Everett, they are not just running through the hits. There is a reason to bring fresh ears.

    Who Is Big Brother and the Holding Company in 2026?

    Big Brother and the Holding Company is the band that, more than any other, you associate with Janis Joplin’s voice cutting through the late 1960s. They wrote and recorded “Piece of My Heart,” “Summertime” (the Gershwin standard, reimagined as a haunted blues), “Ball and Chain,” and “Bye Bye Baby” — songs that defined a moment. They were Janis’s band. They played Monterey Pop. They played Woodstock. They were the hinge between San Francisco psychedelia and stadium rock.

    The band has continued touring since reforming in 1987. Per their official bbhc.com bio and the venue’s event listing, the current lineup centers on two original members: drummer/songwriter David Getz and bassist/songwriter Peter Albin — both of whom were on the records, both of whom were on the Monterey and Woodstock stages. They are joined on this run by Darby Gould on lead vocals (formerly of Jefferson Starship; she handles the Janis catalog, including “Piece of My Heart,” “Summertime,” “Down On Me,” “Ball and Chain,” “Me and Bobby McGee,” and “Mercedes Benz”) and Tom Finch on guitar.

    The venue’s listing for May 29 calls them “the original architects” of the songs and notes that the band continues to introduce new material alongside the catalog. That is the right framing. This is not a tribute act. This is the band — with the original rhythm section — performing songs they wrote.

    About the Venue: A 1901 Opera House Hosting Woodstock-Era Legends

    The Historic Everett Theatre opened on November 4, 1901 as the Everett Opera House. Per the venue’s history page and Cinema Treasures, it was originally designed to seat 1,200 — about a sixth of Everett’s entire population at the time. The building faces 70 feet along Colby Avenue near the intersection with Hewitt and fills a trapezoidal lot 119 feet deep. In its first decades it hosted Lillian Russell, Al Jolson, Eddie Foy and the Seven Little Foys, and George M. Cohan. A 1923 fire gutted the interior. The theatre was rebuilt and reopened in 1924 as the New Everett Theatre.

    Today the venue’s working capacity is approximately 800. It is one of the longest-continuously-operating performing arts venues in Washington State, and its 125-year heritage is exactly the kind of room a Canned Heat set was made for: hardwood floors, a real stage, a real audience, no festival mud.

    Address: 2911 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98201. Two blocks off Hewitt Avenue. Walking distance to most of downtown.

    Should You Go? Yes. Here Is the Honest Take.

    This is a curated recommendation, not a press release. There are three reasons this show is worth clearing your Friday for:

    1. The age math is real. Fito de la Parra is in his 58th year with Canned Heat. David Getz and Peter Albin have been playing these songs since they wrote them. Co-headlining tours of bands of this vintage do not come through Everett every year. Most folks who want to see a Woodstock-era band live at this point are buying a Las Vegas residency ticket and a flight. This is a $65 ticket eight blocks from the Funko HQ.

    2. The venue is the right size. The Historic Everett Theatre’s ~800-seat configuration means you will actually hear the band, see the band, and feel the room. Canned Heat at a stadium amphitheater is a different experience than Canned Heat in an 1,200-original-seat opera house. Pick the room.

    3. The pricing is not a gimmick. General Admission at $65 with a Senior/Military rate of $60 and a Family Pack rate of $55 (when buying 3+) is fair-market for a co-headlining heritage-act bill. Ticketmaster resale on this kind of pairing tends to land north of $100. Buy direct from the venue and you are getting the real number.

    The room is going to lean older — many of the people in attendance are going to have first-hand memories of these songs on the radio in 1969. Bring earplugs anyway. Canned Heat’s current live mix is loud the way it is supposed to be loud.

    The “Dress Up in Your 60’s Hippie Gear” Thing

    The venue’s official event listing — including their meta description — leads with the line “DRESS UP IN YOUR FAVORITE 60’S HIPPIE GEAR.” This is not optional flair on the marketing; it is the actual ask. Everett does not get a lot of theme nights at this scale. If you have a fringed vest in the closet, this is its night.

    If you don’t, downtown Everett’s vintage shops on Hewitt have you covered. Bell-bottoms, a tie-dye, a headband, you are good to go.

    How to Buy Tickets

    Tickets are sold through the official venue ticketing site at events.theatreconcertconsulting.com under the Canned Heat with Big Brother and the Holding Company event listing. The three available ticket types as of publication:

    • General Admission — $65
    • General Admission Senior/Military — $60
    • Family Pack (3+ tickets) — $55 per ticket

    A small ticketing fee is added at checkout, per the venue’s standard. Do not buy resale; buy direct from the venue’s Tickible-powered store.

    The Bigger Picture: The Historic Everett Theatre’s Spring 2026 Calendar

    The Canned Heat / Big Brother bill is the headliner of a May calendar that has been quietly stacking up. The same week, the Historic Everett Theatre is also presenting:

    • May 1 — Red Karma (Taylor Swift Tribute)
    • May 8 — Richard Marx (After Hours Tour, Friday, the show we already covered separately)
    • May 9 — Corduroy: The Pearl Jam Experience
    • May 16 — Dana Gould (stand-up comedy, presented by Everett Comedy Night)

    For a 1901 opera house running 800-seat shows, that is a serious month. Canned Heat closes it out the night before Memorial Day weekend.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is this a tribute band or the original Canned Heat?

    This is the original Canned Heat. Drummer and bandleader Adolfo “Fito” de la Parra has been with the band since 1968 and is in his 58th year as of 2026. The current lineup also includes Dale Spalding (vocals/harmonica/guitar), Rick Reed (bass), and Jimmy Vivino (lead guitar — formerly the music director for Late Night with Conan O’Brien). Per the band’s official bio published on the venue’s listing, this is the touring lineup.

    Is this a tribute band or the original Big Brother and the Holding Company?

    This is the original Big Brother and the Holding Company, with original members David Getz on drums and Peter Albin on bass — both of whom played on the Janis Joplin–era records, the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival, and the 1969 Woodstock Festival. Lead vocals on this tour are handled by Darby Gould (formerly of Jefferson Starship), who covers the Janis catalog. Tom Finch is on guitar.

    What time does the show start?

    Doors open at 6:00 PM. Show starts at 7:00 PM. The venue’s posted end time is approximately 10:30 PM.

    Where is the Historic Everett Theatre?

    2911 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201. Two blocks west of Hewitt Avenue, in the heart of downtown Everett.

    How much are tickets?

    General Admission is $65. Senior/Military is $60. Family Pack (when buying 3 or more tickets in one order) is $55 per ticket. A small ticketing fee is added at checkout.

    Is there assigned seating?

    The venue’s listing offers General Admission tickets for this event, meaning seating is first-come, first-served within the 800-capacity room. Arriving close to doors at 6:00 PM is recommended for sight lines.

    What should I wear?

    The venue’s official event listing requests that attendees “dress up in your favorite 60’s hippie gear.” This is encouraged but not enforced. Tie-dye, fringe, bell-bottoms, headbands, and 1960s-era denim all welcome.

    Will Canned Heat play “On The Road Again” and “Going Up The Country”?

    The band’s current set list pulls from their full catalog of three worldwide hits — “On The Road Again,” “Going Up The Country,” and “Let’s Work Together” — alongside material from their 2024 album Finyl Vinyl, which was their first studio release in fifteen years and earned multiple Top 10 Blues Albums of the Year placements. Specific setlist for the Everett date has not been published in advance.

    Will Big Brother and the Holding Company play the Janis Joplin–era songs?

    Yes. Per the band’s official bio, lead vocalist Darby Gould performs the Janis catalog including “Piece of My Heart,” “Summertime,” “Ball and Chain,” “Down On Me,” “Me and Bobby McGee,” and “Mercedes Benz.” The venue’s listing specifically names “Piece of My Heart,” “Summertime,” “Ball and Chain,” and “Bye Bye Baby” as part of the show.

    Is the Historic Everett Theatre accessible?

    The Historic Everett Theatre is a 1901-built opera house with 1924 reconstruction. For specific accessibility questions including ADA seating and accessible entrances, contact the venue directly via the box office number listed on theeveretttheatre.org.

    Are food and drinks available at the venue?

    Concession options at the Historic Everett Theatre vary by event. Check the venue’s FAQ at theatreconcertconsulting.com/frequently-asked-questions for current concession details.

    Bottom Line

    Two of the bands that defined the late-1960s American rock canon — both with original members on stage, both with current studio material to back the catalog — are co-headlining one night at a 1901 opera house in downtown Everett for $65 a ticket on Friday, May 29. This is the kind of show Everett used to drive to Seattle to see. On May 29, Seattle is going to be driving here.

    Get the tickets. Wear the fringe. Show up at 6.

  • Lazy Boy Brewing Is the South Everett Taproom That Just Got More Important After At Large’s Closure

    Lazy Boy Brewing Is the South Everett Taproom That Just Got More Important After At Large’s Closure

    Quick answer: Lazy Boy Brewing is at 715 100th St SE, Suite A1, Everett, WA 98208 — tucked in the back corner of an industrial complex south of Highway 526. The taproom is inside the brewery itself and pours nine Lazy Boy beers including taproom-only specials. Open Wednesday–Saturday, 3pm–9pm; closed Sunday–Tuesday. Trivia on Thursdays, line dancing once a month on Fridays, live music Saturdays, occasional yoga. With At Large Brewing closed as of March 31, Lazy Boy is now one of the most underrated brewery taprooms left in Everett — and the regulars want to keep it that way.

    The Brewery Hiding in an Industrial Park

    Most people who have driven past 100th Street SE on the way to the Boeing Freeway have never noticed the small Lazy Boy Brewing sign tucked into a multi-tenant industrial building. That’s the whole point. Lazy Boy isn’t a destination brewery in the Cascade district sense — it’s a working brewery with a taproom inside it, and the room itself feels like it. Concrete floor. Steel beams. Tap list on a chalkboard. A few high-tops. A long communal table. The cellar is twenty feet from your stool.

    This is the kind of brewery your friend who used to live in Bend, Oregon will recognize immediately. It’s the kind of brewery the Everett craft beer community has quietly defended for years. And as of April 2026, with At Large Brewing closing its doors at the end of March, Lazy Boy is one of the few Everett breweries left where the operation is small enough that the person pulling your beer probably also helped brew it.

    The Address, Hours, and How to Find It

    Where: 715 100th Street SE, Suite A1, Everett, WA 98208. The complex is set back from the road behind a parking lot. Drive to the back. Suite A1 is in the far corner. The sign is small. Trust the map pin.

    Hours: Wednesday 3pm–9pm, Thursday 3pm–9pm, Friday 3pm–9pm, Saturday 3pm–9pm. Closed Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.

    Phone: (425) 423-7700.

    The hours are the part most first-timers get wrong. This is not a Tuesday brewery. This is not a noon brewery. Lazy Boy keeps a working brewer’s schedule — they brew during the day and they open the taproom in the late afternoon. If you show up at 1pm on a Sunday you will be standing in an empty parking lot.

    The Beer: Nine on Tap, Including Taproom-Only Pours

    Lazy Boy keeps a rotating tap list anchored by their flagships and topped up with seasonal and one-off pours that don’t leave the taproom. The flagship lineup runs the standard Pacific Northwest deck: an IPA, a hefeweizen, a Belgian, a porter, plus seasonals that lean toward the brewer’s curiosity rather than chasing a national trend.

    What to order on your first visit:

    • The IPA, on the flagship board. Classic Pacific Northwest hop bill, well-attenuated, drinkable. If you want to know the brewery, start here.
    • The hefeweizen. Banana-and-clove yeast character without the syrupy weight some PNW hefes carry. A great introduction beer for someone who thinks they “don’t like wheat beers.”
    • Whatever the seasonal is. It’s the most likely beer to surprise you and the most likely beer to be gone next month.
    • A taster flight. The taproom serves four-pour flights that get you across the lineup for less than the price of two pints.

    To-go is a real part of the model. Growlers and 32-oz crowlers are available, and they’re priced fairly compared to grabbing four-packs at the grocery store. If you have a friend coming over for dinner Saturday, this is your stop on the way home.

    The Programming Is What Makes Lazy Boy Different

    The thing that distinguishes Lazy Boy from the bigger Everett breweries isn’t the beer. The beer is good. The beer is reliably good. What sets Lazy Boy apart is what they do with the room when there isn’t a brewing shift running.

    • Thursday trivia. The most consistent weeknight programming in the south Everett brewery scene. Teams of four to six. Questions that lean local. The regulars are friendly to newcomers and they will absolutely beat you the first three times you try.
    • Saturday live music. Local acts, mostly acoustic, mostly singer-songwriter-leaning. The room sounds better than you’d expect a concrete-floored industrial space to sound. They keep the volume at a level where you can actually have a conversation.
    • Once-a-month Friday line dancing. This is not a joke. It is exactly what it sounds like. It rotates onto the calendar once a month and the regulars treat it as a real holiday. If you want to see Everett at its weirdest and most committed, find out which Friday and show up.
    • Occasional yoga. Yoga in a brewery is a Pacific Northwest tradition at this point and Lazy Boy runs sessions when the schedule allows.

    None of this is on a glossy event calendar. Most of it lives on the chalkboard at the door and on Lazy Boy’s social feeds. That’s part of the charm — and part of what keeps the taproom feeling like a community room rather than a tourist stop.

    The Crowd

    Lazy Boy on a Thursday evening is the most accurate cross-section of working-age Everett you’ll find anywhere in the city. There are construction guys still in their hoodies. There are nurses off shift. There are couples on a low-key date. There are dads who picked up the kids from soccer and brought them along (yes, the taproom is family-friendly until 8pm, and the line dancing crowd treats kids like part of the show). There are no Boeing engineers performing being craft beer connoisseurs. There are people drinking beer they like in a brewery they like.

    That’s a different vibe than Scuttlebutt’s polished waterfront restaurant model and a different vibe than Sound to Summit’s marina taproom. Both of those are great rooms. Lazy Boy is the third option, and it’s the one that scratches a different itch.

    Why Lazy Boy Matters More After At Large’s Closure

    Everett’s brewery scene took a real hit when At Large Brewing announced its closure and shut down at the end of March 2026 after a multi-year run on Marine View Drive. At Large was the closest thing Everett had to a small, working-class waterfront brewery, and its absence opens a hole that the bigger taprooms can’t quite fill.

    Lazy Boy is the obvious place that fills part of it. Different geography — south Everett, not the waterfront — but the same operational ethos. Small. Working. Owner-operator visible. Beer made by the people serving it. If At Large was your weeknight brewery, Lazy Boy is now the spiritual successor in town. It’s been there the whole time, doing the same thing, on a different street.

    That’s the kind of news the Everett craft beer community quietly absorbs and rallies around. It’s also a quiet plug for everyone who liked having multiple small operators in town: this is when you support them. Show up on a slow Wednesday. Buy the four-pour flight. Take a crowler home. The breweries that survive are the ones whose taprooms still feel busy on the days when nobody else is showing up.

    How to Spend an Evening at Lazy Boy

    • Arrive at 3:30pm. Beat the after-work crowd. The taproom is calmest in the first half-hour after open.
    • Start with a flight. Get the lay of the land. Pick a favorite. Order a pint of the favorite next.
    • Order the seasonal. Don’t leave without trying whatever the brewer has running this month.
    • Bring a friend or three. The communal table is built for it.
    • Take a crowler home. The to-go pricing is fair and your future self will thank you.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Where is Lazy Boy Brewing in Everett?

    Lazy Boy Brewing is at 715 100th St SE, Suite A1, Everett, WA 98208 — in the back corner of an industrial complex south of Highway 526.

    What are Lazy Boy Brewing’s hours?

    Wednesday through Saturday, 3pm to 9pm. The taproom is closed Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.

    Can you buy beer to go from Lazy Boy?

    Yes. Growlers and 32-oz crowlers are available to take home, plus kegs. To-go is priced reasonably compared to grocery store four-packs.

    Is Lazy Boy Brewing kid-friendly?

    Yes, until evening hours. The taproom welcomes kids in the early evening; check current policy for the live music nights.

    What kind of beer does Lazy Boy make?

    The flagship lineup includes an IPA, a hefeweizen, a Belgian, a porter, and rotating seasonal and taproom-only specials. Nine beers on tap at any given time.

    Does Lazy Boy serve food?

    Lazy Boy doesn’t run a full kitchen, but they often have food trucks parked outside on Friday and Saturday evenings. You’re also welcome to bring food in or have it delivered.

    What events does Lazy Boy Brewing host?

    Trivia on Thursdays, live music on Saturdays, line dancing once a month on Fridays, and occasional yoga sessions. Programming is announced on Lazy Boy’s social channels and the taproom chalkboard.

    Is Lazy Boy a good alternative to At Large Brewing?

    For Everett locals who lost their favorite small waterfront brewery when At Large closed at the end of March 2026, Lazy Boy is the closest match in operational ethos — small, owner-operator, working brewery with a taproom attached. The geography is different (south Everett, not the waterfront) but the vibe is similar.

  • Richard Marx’s After Hours Tour Lands at the Historic Everett Theatre May 8 — And This Friday Night Is Already Running Out of Seats

    Richard Marx’s After Hours Tour Lands at the Historic Everett Theatre May 8 — And This Friday Night Is Already Running Out of Seats

    Richard Marx — yes, that Richard Marx, the guy who held down the top of the Billboard Hot 100 in the late ’80s like it was his personal lease — is bringing his After Hours Tour into the Historic Everett Theatre on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM. One night. One of the most historically loaded rooms on Colby Avenue. And according to Bandsintown’s listing for the show, ticket availability is already down to a sliver.

    If you came up on “Right Here Waiting” on the car radio, if “Hold On to the Nights” was your slow-dance song, if “Endless Summer Nights” is permanently wired into your summer memory — this is the kind of show that only makes sense to skip if you truly hate joy. It is also, genuinely, one of the more unexpected bookings Everett has landed this spring.

    Here is everything worth knowing before you click buy.

    The Show at a Glance

    • **Who:** Richard Marx — five-time No. 1 Billboard hitmaker, After Hours Tour
    • **What:** Richard Marx live, supporting his January 2026 jazz-infused album After Hours
    • **When:** Friday, May 8, 2026 — 7:30 PM
    • **Where:** Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201
    • **Tickets:** Official box office and links through everetttheater.org and theeveretttheatre.org; also listed on Bandsintown
    • **Availability:** Bandsintown’s listing for the Everett date showed very limited inventory remaining at time of publish

    If you have ever talked yourself out of a show because “we’ll grab tickets closer to the date” — do not do that here.

    Why This Booking Is a Big Deal for Everett

    Let’s zoom out for a second. The Historic Everett Theatre is not a 5,000-seat amphitheater. It is an intimate, roughly 800-seat room with 1901 opera-house bones — a building that’s been hosting touring artists since vaudeville was the dominant American art form. An artist with Richard Marx’s catalog — the kind of catalog that would sell out rooms five times the Everett Theatre’s size in bigger markets — playing a venue this small and this historic is the entire reason we keep telling people to watch this theater’s calendar.

    Between this booking, Canned Heat with Big Brother and the Holding Company on April 29, Trio Los Panchos on May 7, and Corduroy’s Pearl Jam tribute on May 9, the Historic Everett Theatre is quietly putting up one of the most stacked weekends in its modern concert history. Richard Marx on a Friday and a tribute to Pearl Jam the very next night in the same 1901 room — that’s not an accident of scheduling. That’s a room that’s been carefully programmed by people who know what they’re doing.

    About the After Hours Tour

    After Hours is Richard Marx’s jazz-infused studio album, released January 16, 2026. According to Marx’s interview with Billboard and his official tour site, the record was cut entirely live with a 24-piece ensemble — full takes, no studio patchwork, the way jazz records used to be made. The album’s lead-up singles included:

    • **”Big Band Boogie”** featuring saxophonist Kenny G
    • **”All I Ever Needed”** — a jazz-infused ballad featuring trumpeter Chris Botti
    • **”Magic Hour”** — co-written with Marx’s wife, Daisy Fuentes

    The tour officially kicked off April 16, 2026 and moves through Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada through the year, including headline stops at Red Rocks and the London Palladium. Marx is also joining Rod Stewart for select dates on Stewart’s tour, and the two released a duet version of “Young at Heart” in 2026.

    The Everett Theatre show sits in a tight West Coast run. According to the official tour site, it is sandwiched between the Elsinore Theatre in Salem, Oregon (May 9) and the Holly Theatre in Medford, Oregon (May 10) — meaning Everett is the northernmost stop on that West Coast swing. This is the room and the date for the Puget Sound region. There is no closer option.

    What to Expect from the Setlist

    Tours built around a new jazz record still tend to honor the hits. On Richard Marx’s recent runs, the setlist has braided the new After Hours material with the songs everyone in the theater actually came to hear: “Right Here Waiting,” “Hold On to the Nights,” “Endless Summer Nights,” “Hazard,” “Satisfied,” “Should’ve Known Better,” “Now and Forever.”

    Here’s the career footnote worth appreciating while you’re there: according to his Wikipedia entry and Billboard’s own historical chart data, Richard Marx is the only male artist in history whose first seven singles all reached the top five of the Billboard Hot 100. That is an absurd statistic. That is a “you were extremely good at this” statistic. Sitting in a theater built in 1901 watching the guy who did that perform them live with a band — that’s the kind of thing you tell people about at work on Monday.

    Historic Everett Theatre: The Quick History

    If this is your first time inside the Historic Everett Theatre, here’s the context that makes the night hit harder:

    • **1901** — Opens as the Everett Opera House, hosting opera, vaudeville, and legitimate theater. Early-20th-century performers to grace the stage included Lillian Russell, Al Jolson, Eddie Foy and the Seven Little Foys, and George M. Cohan.
    • **1923** — A fire tears through the building, destroying the interior and collapsing part of the front wall.
    • **1924** — Rebuilt and reopened as the 1,200-seat New Everett Theater.
    • **2000–2004** — Restored to its current form. The room now operates as a classic movie screen, concert venue, and stage-production house, seating roughly 800.

    In other words: the same room that hosted Al Jolson in the 1910s is hosting Richard Marx on May 8. That lineage is not a marketing line. It is the physical building. That matters.

    Getting There + Logistics

    • **Address:** 2911 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201
    • **Start time:** Doors typically open an hour before showtime; show at 7:30 PM
    • **Parking:** Colby Avenue street parking plus nearby downtown Everett garages — the Everpark Garage is one of the closest options for downtown events
    • **Box office / ticket links:** everetttheater.org and theeveretttheatre.org both route to the official ticketing. Show is also listed on Bandsintown for tracking
    • **Food and drink before the show:** Downtown Everett’s Hewitt Avenue is a four-minute walk. Tony V’s Garage, Lucky Dime, the restaurants along the Colby/Hewitt corridor — any of them will put you inside the theater well before the 7:30 curtain

    The Honest Verdict

    If you are the kind of person who already has tickets, you didn’t need this article. You’ve known for weeks.

    If you are the kind of person who wasn’t paying attention — this is your nudge. Five No. 1 Billboard hits. A brand-new jazz record cut live with a 24-piece ensemble. A 125-year-old theater that Al Jolson once played. Tickets already showing as limited availability. A Friday night in Everett.

    It is not complicated. Go.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: What time does Richard Marx go on at the Historic Everett Theatre?

    A: The show is scheduled for Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Doors typically open around an hour before showtime.

    Q: Where is the Historic Everett Theatre located?

    A: The Historic Everett Theatre is at 2911 Colby Avenue, Everett, WA 98201, in downtown Everett.

    Q: Are tickets still available for Richard Marx in Everett?

    A: At time of publication, Bandsintown’s listing for the Everett date showed very limited inventory remaining. Check everetttheater.org, theeveretttheatre.org, or Bandsintown for the current availability — this show may already be sold out by the time you read this.

    Q: What tour is this show part of?

    A: This is Richard Marx’s After Hours Tour, supporting his January 2026 jazz-infused album of the same name. The Everett date sits in a West Coast run between Salem, Oregon (May 9) and Medford, Oregon (May 10).

    Q: Will Richard Marx play his old hits or just new jazz material?

    A: Based on setlists from the tour, Marx is braiding material from the new After Hours album with his catalog of Billboard hits including “Right Here Waiting,” “Hold On to the Nights,” “Endless Summer Nights,” and “Hazard.”

    Q: How big is the Historic Everett Theatre?

    A: The current seating capacity is roughly 800 seats. That makes this show an unusually intimate setting for an artist of Richard Marx’s commercial stature.

    Q: Is the venue all-ages?

    A: The Historic Everett Theatre hosts all-ages concerts as a general rule. Verify at the box office if you’re bringing younger family members.

    Q: What’s the best place to eat before the show?

    A: Downtown Everett’s Hewitt Avenue corridor is a short walk. Tony V’s Garage, Lucky Dime, and the Colby/Hewitt dining cluster all work if you want to grab dinner and walk to the theater.

  • If You Missed Emo the First Time, Everett’s Bringing It Back — EMO Prom Lands at Tony V’s Garage May 30

    If You Missed Emo the First Time, Everett’s Bringing It Back — EMO Prom Lands at Tony V’s Garage May 30

    When and where is the EMO Prom at Tony V’s Garage?
    My Chemical Fauxmance presents The EMO Prom at Tony V’s Garage, 1716 Hewitt Ave in downtown Everett, on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Tickets are sold through Eventbrite.

    If you spent any part of the mid-2000s drawing lyrics on your Chuck Taylors, this one’s for you. On Saturday, May 30, 2026, Tony V’s Garage turns 1716 Hewitt Avenue into a full-on time machine: My Chemical Fauxmance is throwing The EMO Prom, and on paper it might be the most purely fun night the downtown Everett music scene has on its spring calendar.

    The tag line from the organizer is, as it should be, unsubtle: “a night full of nostalgia, tears, and epic tunes.” Black eyeliner is not required, but it is extremely encouraged.

    The show at a glance

    • Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
    • Time: 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM
    • Venue: Tony V’s Garage, 1716 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA 98201
    • Host / band: My Chemical Fauxmance
    • Tickets: Eventbrite (search “My Chemical Fauxmance Presents The EMO Prom”)
    • Refund policy: Refunds available up to 7 days before the event, per the Eventbrite listing
    • Ages / bar policy: Tony V’s runs both 21+ and all-ages (bar with ID) nights; check the Eventbrite listing for this specific show’s designation

    Three and a half hours is a real commitment from a tribute-format band, which tells you exactly what kind of night this is. This isn’t a set and a soundcheck. This is a theme party with a live soundtrack — somewhere between a prom, a karaoke bar, and a Warped Tour flashback, all compressed onto the dance floor of the best small music room in downtown Everett.

    Why this show matters for the Hewitt Ave scene

    Tony V’s Garage has quietly become one of the most consistently interesting live music rooms north of Seattle, and that’s not a small claim. In the last few weeks alone, the venue has stacked a Tsunami Bomb all-ages punk show, an all-female Black Sabbath tribute, a night with Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste, and an Altered 90s tribute set on its calendar. This is a bar on Hewitt that will book Fall Out Boy tributes, actual hardcore legends, rock-and-roll burlesque, and emo prom nights on back-to-back weekends — and the crowd shows up for all of it.

    The EMO Prom fits that pattern perfectly. It’s themed, it’s social, it’s designed to fill the room, and it leans into the part of live music that Tony V’s does better than any other spot in Everett: it gives people a reason to show up together, in costume, ready to sing every word.

    If you haven’t been, a quick orientation: Tony V’s is a 21+ and all-ages dual-use rock room on Hewitt with a long bar along one wall and a sightline to the stage that’s surprisingly good even when the room is packed. Tickets sell through Eventbrite or at the door, and the venue’s own FAQ is blunt about it: don’t buy off secondary markets; they can’t help you if something goes wrong.

    What to actually expect from an “emo prom”

    Let’s be honest about the bit. My Chemical Fauxmance is, by name, a My Chemical Romance–forward tribute project. Emo Prom nights in the broader DIY touring circuit typically pull from the same handful of 2005–2012 anthems every serious fan can recite in their sleep: MCR, Fall Out Boy, Paramore, Taking Back Sunday, Jimmy Eat World, Dashboard Confessional, All Time Low, Panic! At The Disco. Exact setlist hasn’t been publicly posted yet, and we’re not going to invent one for you — but if you grew up on any of that era, you’re in the target demographic and you already know what songs are going to wreck you when the chorus hits.

    The “prom” framing is the point. Dress the part. Bring a date — or don’t, emo nights are extremely fine alone. Take one good photo before the mascara gives up. That’s the night.

    A few things worth knowing before you go

    • Get there early. Tony V’s recommends arriving early for good sightlines, and themed nights like this one historically sell faster as the date approaches.
    • Will call is at the door when doors open. Print the ticket or pull it up on your phone.
    • The bar is separate from the all-ages floor on mixed-age nights — pay attention to the Eventbrite designation for this specific show.
    • Parking on Hewitt is street meters plus the Everpark Garage a few blocks away. Plan a ride home if you’re drinking.

    What else Tony V’s is running around this show

    If EMO Prom isn’t your exact speed but the Tony V’s model is, there’s more on the spring calendar worth circling:

    • UNVEILED – A Rock Show for Change is listed on the venue’s Eventbrite for Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 8 PM. The organizer is framing it as a benefit-style rock night; we’d suggest confirming the cause and lineup directly on the Eventbrite listing before you buy.
    • Altered 2ks with Centuries (a Fall Out Boy tribute) hits the stage Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 8 PM — so if you want to extend the 2000s pop-punk reenactment one more week past the EMO Prom, the venue is already set up for it.
    • Polkadot Cadaver and Angry Toons play a Thursday night slot on June 11, 2026 — a real left turn from the tribute-night crowd and worth the detour if you like your rock heavier and weirder.

    That three-show stretch, plus the EMO Prom itself, is a pretty complete picture of what Tony V’s Garage does when it’s at its best: a mix of themed nostalgia nights, working tribute acts, and genuinely off-center touring bands, all landing on the same Hewitt Avenue floor.

    The take

    EMO Prom is one of the easiest recommendations we’ve had to make all month. It’s themed, it’s affordable, it’s local, it’s at the right venue, and the ceiling on “how much fun is this going to be” is basically set by how committed the room gets. Based on every other theme night Tony V’s has thrown in the last year, that ceiling is high.

    Put Saturday, May 30 on the calendar. Find the black jeans. We’ll see you on Hewitt.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the EMO Prom at Tony V’s Garage?

    It’s a themed live music night presented by My Chemical Fauxmance at Tony V’s Garage in downtown Everett on Saturday, May 30, 2026, running from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The event is billed as an emo-era nostalgia party with a live performance.

    Where is Tony V’s Garage?

    Tony V’s Garage is at 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201, in the heart of downtown Everett’s bar and music corridor.

    How much are tickets to the EMO Prom?

    Tickets are sold through Eventbrite. Exact pricing may vary by tier, and service charges apply to online purchases per Tony V’s official policy. Check the official Eventbrite listing for current pricing.

    Is the EMO Prom 21+ or all-ages?

    Tony V’s Garage hosts both 21+ and all-ages (bar with ID) shows, and each Eventbrite listing specifies which format a given show follows. Check the EMO Prom Eventbrite page for the age policy on this specific night.

    Who is My Chemical Fauxmance?

    My Chemical Fauxmance is a themed tribute-style act built around My Chemical Romance and adjacent emo-era material. They’re the billed performer and producer of the EMO Prom night at Tony V’s Garage.

    What time do doors open?

    The event page lists the start at 8:00 PM. Tony V’s recommends arriving early for good sightlines. Will-call tickets are available at the entrance once doors open.

    What should I wear to an EMO Prom?

    The organizer’s own language: “black eyeliner and Converse sneakers.” Anything 2005–2012 emo-era is on-theme — band tees, skinny jeans, studded belts, messy side-parts. Prom formalwear with an emo twist works too.

    Are refunds available?

    Per the Eventbrite listing, refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. Tickets are otherwise non-refundable and non-transferable per Tony V’s Garage policy.

  • Antwane Tyler, Fretland, and Racyne Parker Land at APEX May 2 — And This Snohomish-Grown Lineup Is Worth Clearing Your Saturday For

    Antwane Tyler, Fretland, and Racyne Parker Land at APEX May 2 — And This Snohomish-Grown Lineup Is Worth Clearing Your Saturday For

    The short version: Antwane Tyler — the trailblazing Black country artist Snohomish has been quietly claiming for a few years now — headlines Kings Hall at APEX Everett on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Openers are Racyne Parker and, in a rare Pacific Northwest appearance, Snohomish’s own Fretland. It’s 21+. It’s arguably the most “from-right-here” country bill APEX has programmed to date. Go.

    Every once in a while a single lineup reminds you that the Snohomish County music scene isn’t riding on anyone else’s coattails. Saturday, May 2, at Kings Hall inside APEX Everett, three artists who have shaped what “Pacific Northwest country-Americana” sounds like in 2026 are stepping onto the same stage — and two of them came up inside a 15-minute drive of the venue.

    Here’s why the show matters, who these artists are, and why you should be the one in the room instead of the friend who sees it on Instagram the next morning.

    The headliner: Antwane Tyler

    If you’ve been paying attention to Washington country at all, you’ve run into Antwane Tyler. Born in Tacoma, adopted into the Monroe area as a kid, and now operating out of Snohomish, Tyler has spent the last few years quietly (and then not so quietly) carving out a voice that nobody else in the genre has. He grew up on the Johnny Cash–Waylon Jennings side of the family record collection, then picked up hip-hop in his teens, and the music he makes today isn’t a compromise between those two worlds — it’s a fusion that actually works.

    His single “Homesick” is the calling card. It went viral on TikTok and streaming, picked up Locals Only love from 107.7 The End, and earned him a King 5 spotlight that (refreshingly) didn’t spend the whole segment treating him like a novelty. The song was inspired by the grandfather who handed him his first guitar at eight years old, and Tyler tells that story without flattening it into a marketing bio.

    He’s also, to date, one of the only Black country artists consistently touring Washington’s small-to-mid-size rooms. That’s not a press angle — it’s a thing that matters, especially when a room like Kings Hall at APEX hands him a 7:30 p.m. headline slot.

    The rare-return opener: Fretland

    The part of this bill the country nerds are already texting each other about: Fretland. Led by Hillary Grace Fretland (yes, that’s actually her name), the Snohomish-based four-piece has been one of the most critically adored Americana acts to come out of Washington in the last five years. Billboard, American Songwriter, The Boot, No Depression — they’ve all gone to bat for Fretland’s fragile, leaf-strewn alt-country sound.

    They released their self-titled debut in May 2020 (timing that tested anyone’s career plans) and followed it with a second full-length a couple years later. Since then, live Fretland shows in the Pacific Northwest have become increasingly rare. The APEX announcement specifically flags this as a “one-night-only special appearance” and a “rare opportunity to see her live in the PNW again.” If you’ve been waiting for Fretland to play a hometown-adjacent room again — this is literally that.

    For anyone who hasn’t heard them: imagine the emotional weight of Phoebe Bridgers with the country bones of Kacey Musgraves and a little of Lord Huron’s atmosphere on top. They are the kind of band that makes a 300-person room go completely silent. In Kings Hall’s 800-ish capacity with good sightlines? It’s going to hit.

    The rising third: Racyne Parker

    Slotting in between Antwane Tyler and Fretland is Racyne Parker, a Klamath Falls, Oregon native who spent time in Denver before relocating to Seattle in 2024. Her debut full-length, Will You Go With Me?, came out in 2025 and was produced by Nashville’s Randall Kent. Parker writes from the side of country music that sits comfortably between Miranda Lambert’s storytelling and the more literary Noah Kahan / Lord Huron end of the folk spectrum — which is to say, she slots onto this bill like she was mailed to order.

    If you aren’t already familiar with her, an APEX show is exactly the right way to introduce yourself. Parker plays rooms this size well — enough stage presence to hold attention, and enough songcraft to earn the quiet between songs.

    The venue: Kings Hall at APEX

    A quick word about where this is happening, because Kings Hall deserves the context. APEX Everett opened inside a historic building at 1611 Everett Avenue, and the main performance room — Kings Hall — sits on the third floor with a capacity around 800. It’s one of the more architecturally interesting live music rooms to open in Snohomish County in a decade, and programmers there have been unusually deliberate about booking regionally-rooted acts alongside bigger touring names.

    A country-Americana triple-header like this — headlined by a Washington artist, with two more Washington-based (or Washington-adjacent) acts underneath — is exactly the kind of programming that justifies the Kings Hall project.

    The details you actually need

    • Show: Antwane Tyler with Special Guests Fretland + Racyne Parker
    • Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
    • Showtime: 7:30 p.m.
    • Venue: Kings Hall at APEX Everett, 1611 Everett Avenue, Everett, WA 98201
    • Age: 21+
    • Tickets: Via Ticketmaster or through the APEX Everett events page — lock them in before week-of, because the Fretland-return angle is quietly going to move tickets
    • Heads up: Kings Hall is on the third floor of a historic building. Dress like a human who is going to be standing for a few hours in a venue with character.

    Why this one stands out

    Everett’s calendar is thick in May. First Friday at Schack Art Center is happening the night before. Tony V’s Garage has its usual packed weekend. The Historic Everett Theatre will have something booked on Colby. But this is the show where you are not going to be able to replay the exact lineup later — the Fretland appearance is the kind of thing that, five years from now, somebody is going to mention they caught and you’re going to wish you’d been there too.

    Antwane Tyler is building something. Fretland doesn’t play the PNW much anymore. Racyne Parker is at the point in her arc where people will still be able to say they saw her in an 800-person room. APEX programmed the bill that put those three pieces together on a Saturday night — three miles from Snohomish, five miles from Monroe, and fifteen steps from where Hewitt Avenue starts getting fun.

    Clear your Saturday. It’s worth it.


    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who is playing at Kings Hall at APEX Everett on May 2, 2026?
    Antwane Tyler headlines, with Fretland and Racyne Parker as special guests. Showtime is 7:30 p.m., and the event is 21+.

    Where is Kings Hall at APEX Everett?
    Kings Hall is located on the third floor of APEX Everett at 1611 Everett Avenue, Everett, WA 98201.

    Is the APEX Everett May 2 show all ages?
    No. The Antwane Tyler show on May 2, 2026 is a 21+ event.

    Who is Antwane Tyler?
    Antwane Tyler is a Washington-based country artist born in Tacoma, raised in the Monroe area after being adopted, and currently operating out of Snohomish. His single “Homesick” went viral across streaming and TikTok. He is one of the most visible Black country artists consistently touring Washington venues.

    Is Fretland from Snohomish?
    Yes. Fretland is a four-piece Americana band based in Snohomish, Washington, led by Hillary Grace Fretland. They have been profiled by Billboard, American Songwriter, The Boot, and No Depression. Their May 2 APEX appearance is being promoted as a rare PNW live date.

    Where can I buy tickets?
    Tickets are available through Ticketmaster and via the APEX Everett official events page. Because of Fretland’s rare PNW appearance, tickets are moving faster than a typical APEX night — buy early rather than at the door if the show is a priority.

    What is the capacity of Kings Hall at APEX?
    Kings Hall seats / accommodates roughly 800 people, making it one of the larger mid-size live music rooms in Snohomish County.

  • Tony V’s Garage Stacks Three Must-See Shows This Weekend — Your Complete Guide (April 17–19)

    Tony V’s Garage Stacks Three Must-See Shows This Weekend — Your Complete Guide (April 17–19)

    Q: What shows are at Tony V’s Garage this weekend in Everett?
    A: Tony V’s Garage (1716 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA 98201) has three back-to-back shows April 17–19, 2026: Tsunami Bomb with Filthy Traitors and The Wreck’d (Fri, 8 PM, $17.85, all ages w/ID), Mistress of Reality all-female Black Sabbath tribute (Sat, 7 PM, $23.18), and RKL with Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste (Sun, 8 PM, $28.52). Tickets on Eventbrite.

    Most music weekends ask you to choose. This one doesn’t. From Friday through Sunday, April 17 through 19, Tony V’s Garage at 1716 Hewitt Avenue is hosting three completely different but equally compelling shows — a California punk reunion, an all-female Black Sabbath tribute led by a woman calling herself Madame Ozzy, and one of Southern California hardcore’s most storied bands on what might be their tightest lineup in decades.

    The Hewitt Avenue stage rarely gives you three back-to-back nights worth circling on the calendar. This isn’t one of those “pick the best night” situations — this is a full weekend that covers punk history, metal theater, and hardcore legend. Here’s everything you need to know about all three shows.

    Friday, April 17 — Tsunami Bomb with Filthy Traitors and The Wreck’d

    Show: 8 PM | Doors: 7 PM | Tickets: $17.85 | All ages with ID | 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201

    Tsunami Bomb was formed in the late 1990s in Northern California, and they spent the early 2000s doing something almost nobody in punk was doing at the time: centering keyboards as a lead instrument, leaning into goth atmosphere, and writing songs that landed somewhere between Bikini Kill and The Misfits with pop hooks sharp enough to cut. Rolling Stone called their 2002 album The Ultimate Escape one of the top 50 pop-punk albums of all time. That’s not throwaway praise.

    The band — featuring vocalist Kate Jacobi, keyboardist and co-founder Oobliette Sparks, bassist Dominic Davi, guitarist Andy Pohl, and drummer Gabriel Lindeman — reunited in 2015 and has continued pushing forward. Their 2019 full-length The Spine That Binds on Alternative Tentacles proved they hadn’t softened — they’d evolved. The band is back in the Pacific Northwest this spring for the first time in a while, and the Everett date is a cornerstone of the run. Supporting acts Filthy Traitors and The Wreck’d fill out a bill that promises a full night of local energy before the headliner even takes the stage.

    This is an all-ages show with ID required, which matters: Tony V’s doesn’t always go all-ages, and this one is worth bringing a younger sibling or a curious friend who’s never experienced a punk show done right. At $17.85, it’s also the most affordable night of the three — and arguably the most accessible entry point for anyone new to the venue or this corner of the punk world.

    Doors at 7 PM, show at 8 PM. Tickets at Eventbrite.

    Saturday, April 18 — Mistress of Reality: An All-Female Black Sabbath Tribute

    Show: 7 PM | Tickets: $23.18 | 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201

    There is a woman at the front of this band who goes by Madame Ozzy. That alone should tell you that Mistress of Reality is not playing the hits politely.

    Founded in 2002 and widely recognized as the world’s first all-female Black Sabbath tribute act, Mistress of Reality has been touring the Pacific Northwest and beyond for over two decades. This is not a novelty act. This is a band that has spent twenty-plus years perfecting the heaviest catalog in rock history, and they do it with a theatricality that the original band — at their peak — would’ve appreciated.

    Iron Man. War Pigs. Paranoid. N.I.B. The full Sabbath canon, played by musicians who genuinely understand what made those songs terrifying in 1970 — and why they still hit the same way now. The Saturday-night crowd at Tony V’s tends to get loud, and this bill should push that in the best possible direction. If you’ve ever wanted to experience the opening riff of “Black Sabbath” hit a room the way it’s supposed to, this is your night in Everett.

    Tickets are $23.18 via Eventbrite. Show starts at 7 PM — earlier than the other two nights, so don’t sleep on getting there.

    Sunday, April 19 — RKL (Rich Kids on LSD) with Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste

    Show: 8 PM | Tickets: $28.52 | 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201

    RKL — Rich Kids on LSD — doesn’t need a lot of introduction to anyone who came up on hardcore and skate-punk in the 1980s. Formed in 1982 in Montecito, California, they were part of the original nardcore scene, the Santa Barbara/Ventura County hardcore underground that shaped the sound of an entire generation of fast, loud, no-apologies punk. Their music has always sat at the intersection of raw speed and actual craft — they never just played fast; they played with precision inside the chaos.

    The current lineup brings together long-standing members Chris Rest, Barry Ward, Lil’ Joe Raposo, and Dave Raun with Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste handling vocal duties. That pairing is worth lingering on: Foresta is one of the best frontmen in modern thrash and crossover, and watching him run RKL’s catalog is something that works on every level. He brings a ferocity that matches the source material without trying to imitate the past.

    Sunday nights at Tony V’s are usually reserved for the diehards, and that’s exactly who this show is going to attract. At $28.52 it’s the highest ticket price of the three nights, and it’s the most justified. This is a band with decades of history and a vocalist who makes that history feel alive right now.

    Why This Weekend Is Worth Planning Around

    Three nights at Tony V’s isn’t unusual. Three nights this distinct — a melodic punk reunion with dual female leads, a theatrical heavy metal tribute led by Madame Ozzy, and a hardcore legend with one of crossover’s best voices — is something rarer. Each show has its own crowd, its own energy, its own reason to show up.

    Tony V’s Garage has been doing this for years: putting up bills that don’t require you to be a specific kind of music fan, stacking weekends that reward the people willing to come out on a Tuesday mindset on a Friday or Sunday. Hewitt Avenue has a specific electricity to it when the venue is firing, and this April 17–19 run is one of those weekends where the full stretch adds up to more than any single night.

    If you’re working with one night, Saturday’s Mistress of Reality is the one most likely to surprise you. If you have flexibility and you haven’t been to Tony V’s before, Friday’s Tsunami Bomb is the easy first recommendation — all ages, lower price point, three bands, and a headliner that earned that Rolling Stone nod fair and square.

    Tony V’s Garage is at 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201. Phone: (425) 374-3567. All tickets available through Eventbrite.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What time do doors open for Tsunami Bomb on April 17?

    Doors open at 7 PM for the April 17 Tsunami Bomb show at Tony V’s Garage. The show itself starts at 8 PM.

    Is the Tsunami Bomb show at Tony V’s all ages?

    Yes — the April 17 show is all ages with ID required. It is one of the few all-ages shows on the Tony V’s spring calendar.

    How much are tickets for each show this weekend?

    Tsunami Bomb (April 17): $17.85. Mistress of Reality (April 18): $23.18. RKL (April 19): $28.52. All tickets are available on Eventbrite.

    Where is Tony V’s Garage in Everett?

    Tony V’s Garage is located at 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201. You can reach the venue by phone at (425) 374-3567.

    Who is performing with RKL at Tony V’s on April 19?

    RKL’s current lineup includes long-standing members Chris Rest, Barry Ward, Lil’ Joe Raposo, and Dave Raun, with Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste handling vocal duties.

    What is Mistress of Reality?

    Mistress of Reality is widely recognized as the world’s first all-female Black Sabbath tribute band. Active since 2002, the group is led by Madame Ozzy and performs the full Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne catalog with theatrical conviction.

    Who are the opening acts for Tsunami Bomb at Tony V’s?

    Filthy Traitors and The Wreck’d are supporting Tsunami Bomb on April 17 at Tony V’s Garage in Everett.

    Is Tony V’s Garage a good venue for punk shows?

    Tony V’s Garage on Hewitt Avenue is Everett’s primary live music venue for rock, punk, and metal. The venue holds several hundred people, has an attentive sound team, and consistently books nationally touring acts alongside strong local support.

  • Tony V’s Garage Has Two Big Nights Coming in April — Here’s Why Both Are Worth It

    Tony V’s Garage Has Two Big Nights Coming in April — Here’s Why Both Are Worth It

    Tony V’s Garage is Everett’s premier live music and events bar, located at 1716 Hewitt Avenue. Known for high-energy tribute acts and themed nights that draw crowds from across Snohomish County, Tony V’s is the anchor of downtown Everett’s nightlife scene.

    If you haven’t been to Tony V’s Garage lately, April is your month to fix that. Two very different shows are hitting the stage this month, and together they make the case that downtown Everett has as lively a music scene as anywhere in the Pacific Northwest. We’re talking about a full-on 80s new wave dance party on April 11 and a 90s nostalgia night on April 25 — both all-ages-friendly, both ticketed, and both the kind of nights that fill up before you get around to buying your ticket. Here’s everything you need to know.

    April 11: Nite Wave Brings the 80s Back to Hewitt Avenue

    Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 11. Nite Wave — billed as the Pacific Northwest’s ultimate 80s new wave tribute act — is bringing their show to Tony V’s Garage, and it’s the kind of night where you absolutely need to dress up.

    Nite Wave’s set list is a tour through the greatest decade in pop music history. We’re talking Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, The Cure, INXS, Tears for Fears, A-ha, New Order, and The Human League. If you grew up in the 80s, this is a living jukebox of your formative years. If you didn’t, it’s a masterclass in why new wave still sounds better than half of what’s on the radio today.

    The show runs from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with doors opening at 6:00 PM. That gives you two full hours before the music starts to grab a drink, settle in, and find your spot on the dance floor — because there will be dancing. Tickets are $23.18 on Eventbrite, and given that Nite Wave shows tend to sell out, buying early is the smart move. The venue is Tony V’s Garage at 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201.

    Our honest take: this is a date-night show. The energy is high, the music is feel-good, and Tony V’s has a solid bar program to keep the night going. Get there early enough to snag a good table before the dance floor gets crowded — and yes, big hair and neon are always encouraged.

    April 25: Altered 90s Closes Out the Month with All-Ages Nostalgia

    Two weeks later, Tony V’s closes out April with a completely different vibe. Altered 90s rolls in on Saturday, April 25 for a night of reimagined 90s beats — and the key word here is all ages. This is a show you can bring the older kids to, or one you can attend without worrying about an age minimum at the door.

    The premise of Altered 90s is nostalgia with a twist — taking the hits of the decade and giving them a modern energy that makes them hit differently in a live setting. Think the soundtrack of your middle school and high school years, running through a set that keeps the crowd moving. The show kicks off at 8:00 PM and runs until 11:30 PM, same runtime as the Nite Wave show earlier in the month.

    Tickets for Altered 90s are $23.18 plus a $3 service fee — so budget around $26-27 all in. Grab them through Eventbrite or at the door if they’re still available. Given that this is an all-ages show with a broad appeal, it could draw a bigger crowd than you’d expect for a late-April Saturday.

    Our honest take: if you have teenagers in the house who are old enough to appreciate 90s music in a live setting, this is a genuinely great outing. It’s also just a fun night out regardless — the 90s produced an enormous amount of genuinely great music, and live tribute-style shows are one of the best ways to experience it without the nostalgia filter getting too thick.

    About Tony V’s Garage: Why It Matters for Downtown Everett

    Tony V’s Garage at 1716 Hewitt Avenue is one of the cornerstones of Everett’s downtown entertainment scene. Located on the same strip that includes some of the city’s best bars and restaurants, it’s become the go-to venue for live music events that skew toward tribute acts, themed nights, and high-energy performances that don’t require you to know obscure indie bands to have a good time.

    The venue’s programming philosophy is smart: book acts that have a built-in audience, give people a reason to dress up and commit to the night, and let the bar do the rest. It’s been working. Tony V’s has developed a loyal following in Snohomish County, and their shows regularly sell out when the booking is right. Both April shows — Nite Wave and Altered 90s — fall squarely in that category.

    For anyone who hasn’t visited recently: parking on Hewitt Avenue can get tight on weekend nights, so arriving early or planning to park a few blocks off the main strip is the smarter play. The venue itself is well-equipped for live shows, with good sightlines and a layout that lets you stay near the bar without losing sight of the stage.

    What Else Is Happening Around Downtown Everett in April

    If you’re building a full cultural night around one of these Tony V’s shows, there’s plenty else happening in downtown Everett this month. The Schack Art Center at 2921 Hoyt Avenue is running its Water Ways: Healing the Circle of Water and Life exhibition through May 16, 2026 — a visually striking show that explores art’s connection to water systems and climate. The Schack is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday noon to 5 PM. It’s a ten-minute walk from Hewitt Avenue and a perfect pre-show stop.

    Every third Thursday of the month, Downtown Everett also hosts its rotating Everett Art Walk, hitting multiple galleries and venues in the heart of downtown. April’s Third Thursday falls on April 17 — it won’t overlap with the Tony V’s shows, but if you’re looking to make April a month of getting out into Everett’s cultural scene, the Art Walk is worth adding to your calendar.

    The Historic Everett Theatre on 2911 Colby Avenue — a venue that’s been part of Everett’s cultural fabric since 1901 — also has programming running through the month. Check their calendar at everetttheater.org for the latest show listings, as their schedule shifts frequently.

    How to Get Your Tickets

    Both Tony V’s shows are available on Eventbrite and through their own ticketing pages. Here’s the quick summary:

    • Nite Wave (80s tribute) — Saturday, April 11, 8:00 PM–11:30 PM. Doors at 6:00 PM. Tony V’s Garage, 1716 Hewitt Ave, Everett WA 98201. Tickets: $23.18. Search “Nite Wave Everett” on Eventbrite.
    • Altered 90s — Saturday, April 25, 8:00 PM–11:30 PM. Tony V’s Garage, 1716 Hewitt Ave, Everett WA 98201. Tickets: $23.18 + $3 fee. All ages. Search “Altered 90s Everett” on Eventbrite or AllEvents.

    Both shows have a no-refund policy once purchased, so make sure the date works before you buy. If you’re on the fence, we’d lean toward Nite Wave if you’re looking for the higher-energy, more costume-friendly night; Altered 90s if you’re bringing a mixed-age group or just want a more laid-back 90s vibe.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What time does Nite Wave start at Tony V’s Garage on April 11?

    Nite Wave starts at 8:00 PM on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Doors open at 6:00 PM. The show runs until 11:30 PM.

    How much are tickets for the April shows at Tony V’s Garage?

    Both Nite Wave (April 11) and Altered 90s (April 25) are priced at $23.18. The Altered 90s show has an additional $3 service fee when purchased through AllEvents, bringing it to approximately $26. Tickets are available on Eventbrite and AllEvents.

    Is the Altered 90s show at Tony V’s Garage all ages?

    Yes, the Altered 90s show on April 25 is listed as all ages. There is no age restriction specified for the Nite Wave show on April 11.

    Where is Tony V’s Garage in Everett?

    Tony V’s Garage is located at 1716 Hewitt Avenue, Everett, WA 98201. It’s in the heart of downtown Everett’s nightlife district on Hewitt Avenue.

    What bands does Nite Wave cover?

    Nite Wave’s set covers 80s new wave and synth-pop hits from artists including Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, The Cure, INXS, Tears for Fears, A-ha, New Order, and The Human League.

    What other arts events are happening in Everett in April 2026?

    In addition to the Tony V’s Garage shows, the Schack Art Center is hosting the Water Ways exhibition through May 16, the Everett Art Walk runs on the third Thursday (April 17), and the Historic Everett Theatre has ongoing programming throughout the month.