Homecoming Cincinnati Tickets - The ICON Festival Stage at Smale Park

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Carriers

4 concerts

Carriers, led by Curt Kiser from Cincinnati, create breezy, psychedelic music addressing universal themes. Mentored by The National's Bryan Devendorf, Curt's style suits classic road trips. Collaborations include John Curley and praise from Sharon Van Etten.

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22 concerts

Pavement

1 concert

Formed in 1989 by Stockton, California friends Stephen Malkmus and Scott Kannberg, Pavement became a defining ’90s American indie rock band. Their 1992 debut Slanted & Enchanted broke through, while “Cut Your Hair” was their lone modern rock hit.

Julia Jacklin

34 concerts

Australian indie singer-songwriter known for emotionally direct lyrics and a commanding voice. Her albums Don’t Let the Kids Win (2016), Crushing (2019) and PRE PLEASURE (2022) hit #2 ARIA; she’s won 2 ARIAs (13 noms) and signed a global deal with 4AD.

The National

The National, formed in Brooklyn by Cincinnati natives in 1999, blend indie rock, Americana, and chamber pop. Known for hits like "Bloodbuzz Ohio," they've won a Grammy and collaborated with Taylor Swift, Bon Iver, and Sufjan Stevens.

The Walkmen

Arooj Aftab

Born in Pakistan, Grammy-winning Arooj Aftab blends contemporary & roots styles; acclaimed for Vulture Prince, Night Reign; collabs Beck, Norah Jones, Bonobo.

Bartees Strange

Bartees Strange, born in Ipswich, England, and raised in Mustang, Oklahoma, is a Baltimore-based musician. He is celebrated for his genre-bending sound, fusing indie rock, R&B, soul, country, hip-hop, and punk. His acclaimed albums include "Live Forever," "Farm to Table," and "Horror." Strange has collaborated with artists like Jack Antonoff and toured with Phoebe Bridgers and The National. He is recognized for pushing musical boundaries and exploring themes of identity.

Weyes Blood

Homecoming

Formed in 2011 by Wayne Fau and Brett Stokes, Homecoming is known for their EP "Hearts and Minds." Famous for opening for acts like The Story So Far & State Champs, they went on hiatus in 2015 but returned in 2020.