06/03/2026
It's been a long week already, and I neglected to post this announcement along with a whole host of other important things that need to get done. Alas, here it is.
BFW II
What: 2nd Annual Big Frequin' Weekend
Where: Gamma Ray Bar, 121 W. Main Street, Madison WI 53703
When: Friday October 9th & Saturday October 10th
Doors 7, Show 8 both nights
How much: TBA. Tickets available soon.
The Frequency Live is excited to announce the lineup for this year's Big Frequin' Weekend, taking place October 9th and 10th at Gamma Ray Bar in downtown Madison.
Friday's show starts with Madison's Which Songs, bringing the COC style heavy. Next is Chicago's Lollygagger, a band that rips you apart with precision riffs and fury while simultaneously making you laugh, perhaps even think a little. Right when you think you have a chance to breathe Iowa's Druids return to Madison to consume what might remain of your soul with their own brand of rock metal wizardry. Burying night one in style is perhaps Madison's loudest act, Plant. Earplugs recommended.
Saturday's event begins with another debut; Madison's QANZ open with a groovy and experimental show. Returning for the second year is Pink Frost, playing the sandwich slot. While not as sludgy and heavy as Plant, they definitely give them a run for their money in the volume department. Buzzsaw harmonic riffs and driving rhythm. Again, earplugs recommended. Headlining this year's BFW, returning to Madison via Chicago after a long absence is Dead Rider. It's impossible to describe what this band does. Is it jazz? Is it blues? Is it rock? Is it hip hop? Is it experimental? Yes. All that and more. One of TFL's favorite acts to work with over the years, we are overjoyed to bring them back.
Dead Rider
Drag City: making records since the second death of "Paul McCartney," also covered up. In it for the music, hoping you will use it. The power and the poverty, in one good right jab - what's left? Glass houses, people - not to mention glass jaws! A home to bands that actually smells like home - and d...
