BEAR HANDS IN CONCERT:
Brooklyn-based indie punk outfit Bear Hands have been clawing their way to the
top ever since the release of their 2014 LP Distraction. Whether they're
ripping through favorites like "Giants" or treating fans to earlier tracks from
their 2010 EP What A Drag, Bear Hands' gritty sound and high-energy stage
presence make for a live experience that's just as electrifying as their
recordings. On their latest tour the four-piece will deliver a series of
power-packed shows as both an opener for Cage the Elephant and a headlining act
on their own highly anticipated dates.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Formed by two Wesleyan University students in 2006, Bear Hands got their start
in the local hardcore punk scene, penning songs and playing gigs throughout the
New York area. The band quickly became well known among the NYC community,
generating significant buzz with their breakout EP Golden. Touring with several
big-time indie rock acts including MGMT, Passion Pit, and Vampire Weekend, Bear
Hands earned acclaim as a celebrated live act and gained a considerable cult
following along the way. With the release of 2014's Distraction came their
breakout track "Giants", which garnered major rotation on national radio and
put Bear Hands on the bill at a number of high-profile festivals. Back on the
road the band will have concertgoers dancing all night on a string of highly
anticipated tour dates.
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"You can't help but enjoy a bit of booty-grooving at Bear Hands' show. They
played a few new songs that definitely fit nicely into they're sound and set
lists."
"Good show. Solid performance by Bear Hands. New material was awesome."
"The night was fantastic. Music was original and smart. Very sophisticated yet
accessible. Cannot wait to see them again!"
