SHOPLIFTERS UNITED // TEMPTATION // Sweetwater Music Hall - Mill Valley, CA

Name: SHOPLIFTERS UNITED // TEMPTATION // Sweetwater Music Hall - Mill Valley, CA
Start: 2025-09-06T20:00:00-07:00
Location: Sweetwater Music Hall

Schedule

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025 at 08:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Sweetwater Music Hall | Mill Valley, CA

Two of the best Bay Area tribute bands celebrate the music of Manchester UK legends The Smiths and New Order!
Shoplifters United
Formed in 1982, iconic British rock group The Smiths are regarded as one of the most influential and important groups to emerge from the 1980s. From the poetry of Morrissey’s lyricism to the inspired musicianship of Johnny Marr, Andy Rourke, and
Mike Joyce, their influence can be heard throughout popular music for decades since and yet their sound is still unique and timeless.
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Shoplifters United bring to life the brilliant songs of legendary group The Smiths with an energetic live show and highly accurate sonic recreations of beloved album tracks and deep cuts.
Bizarre coincidence? Shoplifters United had their very first rehearsal on the same fateful day in September of 2022 as the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen was truly, and
quite literally, dead and a humble Smiths tribute band was born. Shoplifters United are Pascal, Matt, Tommy, and James, a group of friends who share a love for the music of The Smiths. Great care has been taken to emulate the sound on those classic Smiths
records down to every note and groove. Our hope is that when you go to a Shoplifters United show, you can close your eyes and imagine the year is 1984 and you are at The
Haçienda nightclub in Manchester. Shoplifters of the world, unite and take over!
Temptation
Born from the ashes of Joy Division after the tragic loss of front man Ian Curtis, New Order fused post-punk with electronic music to become one of the most influential bands of all time. Their groundbreaking sound reshaped modern music, and their iconic single “Blue Monday” remains the best-selling 12" of all time and a staple on dance floors around the world.
Temptation is an international New Order tribute act that authentically captures the band’s signature sound and electrifying energy. With meticulous attention to detail, we honor New Order’s legacy—bringing packed clubs and festival crowds to life with faithful renditions of their most beloved tracks.
So tell me… how does it feel?
Doors: 7pm
Show: 8pm
Lineup:
8:00 Temptation
9:15 Shoplifters United