Brain Dead Live: Bugsy, Scarlet Demore & Sir Lando

Bugsy wants to tell you that it’s okay to be alone. The Minneapolis quartet listens empathetically and reflects solitude into an emotional cacophony. Formed by vocalist/guitarist Emily Schoonover (they/them), lead guitarist Griffen Desai (he/him), bassist/vocalist Shannon Maroney (they/them), and drummer Al Norman (he/him), bugsy dove into the world with their debut EP teratoma in early 2020 and has yet to take a breath. Each new song illuminates their ferocious, personal take on fire-breathing DIY indie punk. bugsy has played shows around the country, supporting bands like Destroy Boys, Weatherday, and Skating Polly, filling venues like First Avenue (Minneapolis), the Metro, and Lincoln Hall (Chicago).

Scarlet Demore is an alternative rock band from the Chicago suburbs with high energy and powerful songwriting. It's the combined artistic vision of best friends Alex Gonzalez, Cat Ayala, and Alaska Young formed in 2017. They have been combining influences from rock, punk, indie, ska, and riot grrrl to create a unique blend.

Sir Lanndo is psychedellic forward and punkat their core. This two-piece alternative rock duo know how to get you grooving!

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