BottleRock Festival: Post Malone Smashing Pumpkins & Billy Strings - Friday Pass in Napa - May 26, 2023

The Smashing Pumpkins

21 concerts

The Smashing Pumpkins, formed in Chicago in 1988, shaped alternative music with hits like "Siamese Dream" and "Mellon Collie." They've sold 30M albums, won 2 GRAMMYs, and are known for their evolving style and iconic tours.

Bastille

10 concerts

Bastille, a British band known for melancholic, cinematic pop, rose to fame with hits like "Pompeii" and "Happier" (with Marshmello), selling 10M+ records globally.

Thievery Corporation

38 concerts

Thievery Corporation, from Washington, D.C., is known for their chilled-out electronic music blending trip-hop, acid jazz, reggae, and more. Popular albums include "The Mirror Conspiracy" and "The Richest Man in Babylon." The duo, Rob Garza and Eric Hilton, collaborate with diverse vocalists and genres, gaining acclaim for their antiwar messages. "The Cosmic Game" features Perry Farrell and David Byrne, while "Saudade" shifts to bossa nova. Notable tracks include the Grammy-winning "Lebanese Blonde."

War

16 concerts

War, a funk group from Southern California, blended soul, Latin, jazz, blues, reggae, and rock into hits like "Low Rider" and "Why Can't We Be Friends." They collaborated with Eric Burdon and are known for albums like "The World Is a Ghetto." Their multicultural vibe and improvisational style earned them a lasting place in funk history. Despite lineup changes, War remains a concert staple, celebrated for their classic era from 1969–1975.

Phantogram

30 concerts

Phantogram, known for their genre-bending pop and futuristic style, emerged with their 2010 debut "Eyelid Movies." Their music, including hits like “Come Alive,” showcases a unique blend of heavy and ebullient sounds. They've collaborated with artists like Big Boi, Subtronics, and Miley Cyrus, and are festival staples. Their fifth album, "Memory of a Day," reflects a look back at influences like J Dilla and Prince while maintaining their forward-facing sound.

Yung Gravy

3 concerts

Yung Gravy, known for blending soul and oldies with trap, has evolved from SoundCloud star to platinum powerhouse, earning multiple platinum and gold singles. He's collaborated with Lil Wayne, Chief Keef, Juicy J, and more. Notable for his unique style and baritone voice, Gravy has sold out tours globally and charmed audiences on the VMAs and Jimmy Kimmel Live, even teaming up with Martha Stewart for a commercial. His hit "Betty (Get Money)" showcases his chart-topping prowess.

Starcrawler

16 concerts

LA-based Starcrawler, known for their explosive live shows, blend modern rock with influences of X, The Go-Go's, and Rolling Stones. Celebrated by legends like Elton John and Iggy Pop, they've opened for Jack White and My Chemical Romance.

Great Northern

1 concert

Great Northern, led by Rachel Stolte and Solon Bixler, blend post-punk dance beats with lush fuzz and powerful vocals, crafting mysterious, dynamic indie rock sounds.

Pete Yorn

5 concerts

Pete Yorn, American singer-songwriter, gained fame with his Gold-certified debut, 'musicforthemorningafter.' Known for multi-instrumental talent and reviving singer/songwriter genre, he collaborated with Scarlett Johansson and co-founded The Olms.

Lucius

23 concerts

Lucius, a Grammy-nominated indie-pop band, was born from the collaboration of Holly Laessig and Jess Wolfe. Known for their exhilarating live shows, they've performed on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," "Austin City Limits," and "Saturday Night Live." Their self-titled fourth album, produced by Dan Molad, returns to their roots, exploring personal topics with raw vulnerability. Acclaimed for their "otherworldly" vocals, they've collaborated with Joni Mitchell, Brandi Carlile, John Legend, The Killers, and Harry Styles. Members include Laessig, Wolfe, Molad, and Peter Lalish.

Post Malone

26 concerts

Born in the US, Post Malone is a genre-blending artist known for hits like "White Iverson," "Rockstar," and "Sunflower," collaborating with 21 Savage and Swae Lee.

Billy Strings

54 concerts

Billy Strings' latest album, "Highway Prayers," recorded in LA and Nashville, features his band and collaborators like Jon Brion and Jerry Douglas. It includes fan-favorites like "Seven Weeks In County" and "Cabin Song."

Beach Weather

26 concerts

Alt-pop band Beach Weather, featuring Nick Santino, Sean Silverman, and Reeve Powers, gained fame with "Sex, Drugs, Etc." from their acclaimed 2023 album "Pineapple Sunrise," hitting #1 on Alt Radio and achieving Platinum status in the US.