An Evening Extreme with Benji Hughes and Jon Lindsay

An Evening Extreme with Benji Hughes and Jon Lindsay

Benji Hughes and Jon Lindsay—who go back decades to their early days in Charlotte, NC—are currently touring as a duo combining two singular talents into one unforgettable musical experience. With a shared history of collaboration, they bring together Hughes’ eclectic genius and Lindsay’s boundless versatility for a live show that is equal parts heart, and melodic, mordant brilliance. An Evening Extreme with Benji Hughes and Jon Lindsay offers fans an immersive experience—a journey through the hits and rarities of Hughes’ extensive catalog in a psychedelic cabaret setting, where Lindsay’s sparkling performances serve as both show opener and collaborator in Hughes’ set- an affair laced with comedic catharsis, and musical magic, offering a unique blend of Southern charm, indie polish, and fearless creativity.

Hughes is a genre-defying artist celebrated for his ambitious songwriting and deeply emotional resonance. His 2008 debut double album, A Love Extreme, is widely regarded as a cult classic, earning praise from Rolling Stone and The New York Times for its sprawling creativity and infectious melodies. Over the years, Hughes’ music has reached millions through its appearances in TV shows like How I Met Your Mother and Eastbound & Down, as well as co-writing credits for Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story. His collaborative spirit has seen him partner with artists as varied as Jeff Bridges, Meshell Ndegeocello, and Priscilla Ahn, and he’s toured with indie icons Jenny Lewis and Jason Isbell, and performed with Jackson Browne. Hughes’ expansive catalog, including Songs in the Key of Animals and a stunning 2020 trilogy (A Lover’s Extreme, Spirit Guide, and Another Extreme), cements him as a beloved figure in indie music.

Lindsay, based in Savannah, Georgia, and New York, is a prolific solo artist, producer, and longtime member of Hughes’ band. A musician’s musician, Lindsay is known for his bold lyrical depth, genre-blending songwriting, and compelling, vocal-driven live performances. His music has been featured on MTV Cribs, Haven, MSNBC, and in commercials for brands such as CREE, Miller, Honda, and others. As the co-founder (with Caitlin Cary of Whiskeytown) of the NC Music Love Army, Lindsay has collaborated and released music with luminaries like Rhiannon Giddens, American Aquarium, Caitlin Cary, Pierce Freelon and many others. His upcoming fourth album, Big Stage (releasing May 16, 2025), was recorded at Eric Valentine’s Barefoot Studios in Hollywood and features horn arrangements and performances by Matt Douglas (of The Mountain Goats). Lindsay co-founded The Young Sons, producing the band’s debut album Hearts, Inc., and he co-founded The Catch Fire with Mike Mitschele (of Alternative Champs) and co-produced its debut album, Rumormill.

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