Ax and the Hatchetmen with The Back Alley and Feeding Grizzlies

Mar 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM · The Pyramid Scheme, Grand Rapids, MI The Pyramid Scheme, Grand Rapids, MI

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Ax and the Hatchetmen

23 concerts

Chicago’s indie rock band Ax and the Hatchetmen, led by Axel Ellis, blend guitars and horns. Signed to Arista, they’ve toured widely and collaborated with Albert Hammond Jr.

The Back Alley

4 concerts

The Back Alley, emerging from Ralph Porter's solo project, is a Chicago indie rock band featuring members of Ax and The Hatchetmen. Known for songs like "Your Love" and "Flower Girl," they shifted from "bedroom pop" to guitar-heavy rock with their debut EP "Live From Picture-Minded Studio." They've played iconic venues like Lincoln Hall and Park West, and are noted for hits like "Gump," "Lightning," and new tracks "Brand New" and "Grey Skies."