The String Cheese Incident
The String Cheese Incident
A 30th Anniversary Celebration at Red Rocks
Over the July 12the weekend, The String Cheese Incident (SCI) reconvened on the iconic Red Rocks stage, continuing their year-long celebration of SCI’s 30th anniversary. This momentous occasion paid tribute to three geographical locations that have profoundly influenced the band’s music over the decades.
The New Orleans Incident: A Night of Big Easy Bliss
The festivities began on Friday with The New Orleans Incident, an homage to the vibrant music of The Big Easy. Special guests George Porter Jr., Ivan Neville, and their Phunky Friends, alongside Tarriona “Tank” Ball (of Tank and the Bangas) and Brothers of Brass, brought the soulful sounds of New Orleans to life. The sky above the legendary amphitheater lit up with one thousand drones from Nova Sky Stories, creating an extraordinary spectacle. The largest drone show in Colorado to date, the drones formed rolling trains above the rocks to accompany the NOLA supergroup’s rendition of “Last Train” by Allen Toussaint.
“This Red Rocks run was incredibly special for The String Cheese Incident – celebrating 30 amazing years together and honoring their roots in bluegrass and the influence of New Orleans on their music,” said manager Jeremy Stein. “String Cheese has always pushed the envelope on amazing theatrical productions to complement the music, and the addition of drone shows is an exciting exploration of the ever-evolving intersection between technology and art.“
Mitch Kline
The Colorado Incident: Homegrown Talent Takes the Stage
Saturday night brought The Colorado Incident, featuring homegrown guest artists Dominic Lalli (Big Gigantic), David Satori (Beats Antique), and Liza Oxnard (Zuba). This night celebrated the band’s Colorado roots, adding another layer of depth to the weekend’s performances.
The Nashville Incident: Bluegrass Legends Unite
The celebration culminated on Sunday with The Nashville Incident, boasting sit-ins from bluegrass icons Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, and Sierra Hull. This night also featured the second of the two stunning drone shows, enhancing the ethereal experience.
Mitch Kline
Continuing the Journey: Summer and Fall Tours
SCI’s summer tour continues with three nights at the Locomotion Festival in Felton, CA from August 2nd to August 4th. The fall tour begins with a performance at Bender Jamboree in Las Vegas, NV, on September 12-15, followed by a rare stop in Oklahoma City on September 18. The band will then travel to Kansas City, Milwaukee, Detroit, Louisville, and more. The Halloween-themed second leg of the tour starts at Suwannee Hulaween and moves northeast to the newly opened Paramount Theater in Brooklyn, and The Met in Philadelphia. The tour wraps up with two nights at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY, on November 1 and 2.
Tour Dates:
- Aug 2-4 @ Locomotion Festival | Felton, CA
- Sept 12-15 @ Bender Jamboree | Las Vegas, NV
- Sept 18 @ The Criterion | Oklahoma City, OK
- Sept 19 @ The Midland Theatre | Kansas City, MO
- Sept 20-21 @ Riverside Theater | Milwaukee, WI
- Sept 22 @ Vibrant Music Hall | Waukee, IA
- Sept 25 @ Royal Oak Music Theatre | Royal Oak, MI
- Sept 26 @ Palace Theatre | Louisville, KY
- Sept 27 @ Cain Park Evans Amphitheater | Cleveland Heights, OH
- Sept 28 @ Wonderland Forest | Lafayette, NY
- Sept 29 @ Pier Six Pavilion | Baltimore, MD
- Oct 24-27 @ Suwannee Hulaween | Live Oak, FL
- Oct 30 @ Brooklyn Paramount Theater | Brooklyn, NY*
- Oct 31 @ The Met | Philadelphia, PA*
- Nov 1 @ The Capitol Theatre | Port Chester, NY*
- Nov 2 @ The Capitol Theatre | Port Chester, NY*
*with special guest Stolen Gin
Over the past three decades, SCI has built a devoted following through their kaleidoscopic musicality and commitment to leaving audiences awestruck. Known for their immersive live shows that push into unexpected terrain, the Colorado-bred six-piece band masterfully handles genres ranging from bluegrass to dubstep to psychedelia, with equal parts abandon and ingenuity.
For all news and up-to-date information, visit The String Cheese Incident’s official website.
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