Meet and Greet with BJ
by Willis on 12/13/231884 Lounge - MemphisIt was amazing! One of the best shows! AA never disappoints!
Events3 Results
- Current location
United States
- 5/17/24Friday 08:00 PMWinston Salem, NCThe RamkatAmerican Aquarium
Venue
The Ramkat
- 8/15/24Thursday 07:00 PMSt. Louis, MOThe FactoryTurnpike Troubadours
International
- 8/23/24Friday 11:00 AMLeicestershire, GBStanford HallThe Long Road Festival 2024On partner site
Lineup
- Russell Dickerson
- American Aquarium
- Chapel Hart
- Colbie Caillat
- Flatland Cavalry
- Randall King
- The Red Clay Strays
- Wyatt Flores
- Adeem the Artist
- Andrew Combs
- Clara Mann
- Jamie Lawson
- Kassi Valazza
- Lola Kirke
- My Darling Clementine
- S.G. Goodman
- Southall
- Vincent Neil Emerson
- Pokey LaFarge
- Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors
- The Long Road Festival
Venue
About
AMERICAN AQUARIUM IN CONCERT:
Alt-country rockers American Aquarium have recorded eight albums in as many years, establishing themselves as one of the genre's most prolific rising acts. The quality of the band's work matches its quantity, treating listeners to a creative hybrid sound that includes bittersweet slide guitar, sparse drumming, and the gnarled vocals of frontman BJ Barham. Whether they're playing slow-burning country tracks like "Jacksonville" or charging barnburners like "Burn.Flicker.Die", American Aquarium always delivers their unforgettable sets with a passion and authenticity that leave fans wanting more.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
American Aquarium formed in Raleigh, NC, in 2006, taking their name from a lyric in the Wilco song "I Am Trying to Break Your Heart". The band released their debut album Antique Hearts the same year, building a strong local following with extensive regional touring. With 2008's The Bible and the Bottle LP and accompanying tour , they expanded their fanbase beyond their home state, racking up more than 250 shows in one year. Their profile continued to rise with a prolific recording and release schedule, which saw the band average an album per year since their formation. In 2012 they achieved a critical breakthrough with their seventh studio album Burn.Flicker.Die, an ambitious effort that earned effusive praise from American Songwriter for its finely crafted material. Seasoned performers known for their honest songwriting and slide guitar-heavy sound, American Aquarium continue to set the alt-country bar on their must-see tours.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 American Aquarium brings it!
by Music man on 12/1/23Duling Hall - JacksonBj and the boys bring it! As expected they put on an energy filled performance, all the while bearing their soul about life’s ups and downs. Thanks for another great set gentleman!!! And a big thanks to the folks at Ardenland for keeping the soul in our city!
Rating: 5 out of 5 AA was awesome as usual
by JR on 10/9/23The Senate - ColumbiaI’ve seen these guy’s multiple times and they never disappoint. BJ puts his heart into all those songs. If you haven’t seen them live you’re missing out. The venue did take 15% of their merchandise cuts which is a shame. This forces the band to raise the prices for the fans.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great Show!
by jerry on 2/5/23The Brooklyn Arts Center - WilmingtonI was shocked and in awe on how good this band is! Look forward to seeing them again soon
Rating: 5 out of 5 These guys are phenomenal
by Heather on 10/1/22The Bluestone - ColumbusThe venue was intimate and these people are absolutely incredible! They really connect with the crowd and put on a show that is worth seeing over and over again. I can’t wait for them to be back in Columbus!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Monkey Tits McGee
by Stubby on 9/21/22Delmar Hall - Saint LouisWhoa babe! I mean whoa! This was like being on the peanut butter rock babe!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Keep Up the Hope for a Better Tomorrow
by Maestro1369 on 7/1/229:30 CLUB - WashingtonBlown away...a hardcore country band that has lyrics meant for a generation living through hell. On a night when truly most of us likely felt isolated, scared, confused, and angry, BJ and the team delivered a knockout carthartic punch to the mental and soul guts that have me reevaluating many things. Matching this dynamic honesty in songwriting is the band's clear self-management chops and their impressive balance of egos and talents. Ultimately, if this band doesn't end up breaking the radio stations in America you know that it's time to throw in the towel on de-industrializing our music and our culture wars. Magnificent job, gents!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Absolutely rockin' time!
by Mary G on 6/29/229:30 CLUB - WashingtonFantastic band - American Aquarium is one of my absolute favorites. Their energy onstage is just through the roof! The 9:30 Club was great - this was my first visit there, but it's definitely a venue that I'll visit again!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great Show
by AmericanWade on 6/29/229:30 CLUB - Washington9:30 is the best venue, and Caroline Spence and American Aquarium were excellent.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Absolutely fantastic!
by Gabriel on 6/23/22Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - Ponte Vedra BeachBJ always out on an amazing show! American Aquarium is always worth it!