If history proves correct, we’re close to getting out Riot Fest Late Night (aftershows) lineup. And as we’ve seen before it can be a game changer; from discovering new bands to seeing someone in a more intimate setting to compensating those dreaded scheduling conflicts that are bound to occur. Every year there’s a pretty stout slate of shows. And they’re at some of the coolest venues…Cobra, Reggies, Bottom, Concord. But what are the shows you’re hoping for? And no, you’re not gonna get Nine Inch Nails at the Cobra. And this year we have a sure fire bet for Friday or Saturday. It would take a great lineup for both. And for Sunday…we’re talking Green Day at the Metro kinda show. Here’s what I’d like to see. These are sure fire we’ll make it work:
- Descendents
- Jeff Rosenstock
- Marky Ramone
- Bad Religion
- The Front Bottoms
- The Joy Formidable
These are would be great if no other options:
- Rocket From the Crypt
- Wonder Years
- Boston Manor
- Menzingers
- Skating Polly
- The Maine
- Real Friends
- Bombpops
Of course there are others that would be good but I’ll need to do some research. These are top of mind knee jerk. And also the venue has a lot to do with it…is it close…does it have late night Mexican food right down the block….does it have a rooftop bar…does it have pinball?