The Carousel w/ The Halloween Episode and Ryan Lombard
Schedule
Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 | Des Moines, IA
xBk presentsThe Carousel - EP Release Show
w/ The Halloween Episode and Ryan Lombard
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29
Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm
All Ages
Day Of Show Ticket: $15 + fees
*Limited seating available on a first come, first served basis. If you require ADA accommodations please reach out to [email protected]*
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•• THE CAROUSEL ••
The Carousel are an indie rock group from Des Moines, Iowa. Blending their love of indie rock and classical music, the group released their debut self-titled EP on October 17th. Produced in Des Moines by Bryan Vanderpool, the band creates a unique soundscape with rich vocals, driving guitars, a thunderous rhythm section and lush strings.
“The Carousel emerges as an exhilarating addition to modern post-rock, and ‘Closer’ is only the surface of the individuality this band contains” - Glide Magazine
“The Carousel’s sound draws a line between classic indie-rock roots and modern energy - think The Strokes meets Sam Fender, with their own spark of originality running through every note. There’s confidence in the performance, but also sincerity” - Ava Radio
“The Carousel cruises with jangly guitars and a pulse that feels effortlessly cool, capturing that restless, city-at-dusk energy. It’s indie rock with swagger and heart; sharp enough for the radio, yet sincere enough to stay with you long after it fades out.” - Buzzy Bands
https://thecarouseldsm.bandcamp.com/album/the-carousel
•• THE HALLOWEEN EPISODE ••
The Halloween Episode is a dusty emo band from Des Moines. With an atmospheric alt rock sound punctuated by trumpet and slide guitar, their debut album was released on October 31st, 2025.
For fans of: The National, Yo La Tengo, American Football, The War On Drugs
https://halloweenepisode.bandcamp.com/album/feels-like-hell-to-me
•• RYAN LOMBARD ••
Ryan is a guitarist and songwriter from Des Moines, IA. In 2024. Ryan released "Songs for Our Water" and "Sweet Honey Tea," exploring the guitar techniques of math rock, metal, and classical. Ryan is working on an EP of high-energy rock music for 2026, and will debut some of this new music on January 29
https://ryanlombardmusic.bandcamp.com/
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ADD ON OPTIONS
(does not include tickets for the show)
A limited amount of reserved tables are offered for this event if you'd like to ensure that you have seats. Reserved tables can comfortably accommodate up to a party of four individuals. Please note that the Reserved Table Add-On does not include a general admission ticket; each person must have their own general admission ticket for entry. For example, a party of three people would want to purchase THREE general admission tickets and ONE table. For all remaining tables, seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Option #1: Floor High-Top Side Table : $50 (+ Fees)
Option #2: Premium Balcony High Top Table: $50 (+ Fees)
Where is it happening?
1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311, 1159 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50311-4331, United States
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