Cruel World Fest Pasadena Tickets - Brookside at the Rose Bowl

Ela Minus

6 concerts

Colombian multi-instrumentalist Ela Minus blends live hardware electronics and voice to craft bright, improvised electronic music. Boston Berklee grad, acclaimed worldwide.

Billy Idol

20 concerts

Billy Idol, born in the UK, is a punk rock pioneer known for hits like “Rebel Yell” and “White Wedding.” With 40 million albums sold, he became an MTV megastar.

Molchat Doma

3 concerts

Molchat Doma, formed in 2017 in Minsk, Belarus, blends post-punk, new wave, and synth-pop, known for their cold yet danceable sound and goth ethos. The trio, renowned for their brutalist album art, achieved global fame and later relocated to Los Angeles. Their music reflects a distinct style and meaning, capturing the digital pulse of the '90s with dark dancefloor anthems.

Iggy Pop

4 concerts

Iggy Pop, born in Michigan, prefigured '70s punk and '90s grunge, known for iconic albums like Lust for Life and The Idiot. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Stooges in 2010 and received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020. His collaboration with Josh Homme on Post Pop Depression earned a Grammy nod. Iggy's film work includes the Golden Globe-nominated "Gold" and contributions to "Good Time," which won at Cannes.

ABC

16 concerts

British new wave band ABC, led by Martin Fry, gained fame in the early '80s with hits like "Poison Arrow" and "Look of Love." Known for their synth-driven pop and theatrical style, they topped charts with their debut album and found success on MTV and in the US market.

Gary Numan

47 concerts

Born in West London, Gary Numan pioneered synth-pop with hits like "Cars" and "Are 'Friends' Electric?". His dark, robotic style shaped goth and industrial music.

Glass Spells

6 concerts

Glass Spells, a synth-pop duo from San Diego, features Anthony Ramirez's instrumentation and Tania Costello's emotive vocals. Known for dreamy, retro-inspired sounds and infectious hooks.

Urban Heat

7 concerts

Urban Heat, a post-punk/darkwave trio from Austin, Texas, blends cinematic 80s synth with modern urgency. Known for hits like *Wellness* and touring with Molchat Doma.

Adam Ant

25 concerts

Adam Ant, born Stuart Leslie Goddard in London, was a key figure in the new wave scene. Known for theatrical style and glam-tinged pop, he led Adam and the Ants to popularity with hits like "Stand and Deliver." Later transitioning to a solo career, his debut album featured the hit "Goody Two Shoes." Collaborating with Marco Pirroni, Ant's music influenced artists like Nine Inch Nails and Suede. Despite challenges, including mental health issues, he made a comeback with tours and new music, solidifying his impact on alternative rock.

Riki

7 concerts

Riki, born in California, is a synth-pop artist known for her ethereal sound, blending 80s new wave and Italo with electronic beats. A talented dancer, she captivates audiences with her hypnotic live performances, merging music and movement seamlessly.

Boy Harsher

3 concerts

Boy Harsher, formed by Jae Matthews and Augustus Muller in Savannah, GA, produces dark electro-pop with minimal beats and sensual vocals. Known for hits like "Pain," their debut, they've gained a cult following since 2014. Their 2019 album "Careful" explored synth pop, while in 2022, they released "The Runner," a film they wrote and scored.

The Vapors

6 concerts

The Vapors, a UK New Wave band from Surrey, formed in the late 70s. Discovered by The Jam's Bruce Foxton, they toured in 1979. Known for "Turning Japanese," which hit UK No. 3 and Billboard Top 40, from their debut "New Clear Days." Their second album "Magnets" included "Jimmie Jones." They disbanded in 1982, but reformed in 2016, still performing.