
Saturday, September 20 — Heavy riffs and raw emotion take over the stage at Westside Bowl. Doors at 7 PM, show at 8 PM.
Nashville’s Friendship Commanders bring a crushing mix of heavy alt-rock, sludge, and melodic punk with lyrical depth and volume to spare. Known for their dynamic two-piece setup, the band pairs searing guitar work and thunderous drums with emotionally charged vocals that confront everything from grief to resilience.
Listen to Friendship Commanders
Based out of the Midwest, Papers fuse angular post-hardcore energy with urgent rhythms and a no-frills, all-feels approach to songwriting. Expect grit, tension, and intensity built into every note.