Asheville alt-rock and shoegaze band blending noise, country and vivid storytelling into a sound that’s heartfelt, fearless and unmistakably their own.
Wednesday are an Asheville, North Carolina-based band whose sound sits somewhere between alt rock, shoegaze and country — a blend of distortion and heartache that feels both heavy and deeply human. Fronted by songwriter Karly Hartzman (vocals) alongside Jake Lenderman (guitar), Xandy Chelmis (lap steel) and Alan Miller (drums), the group weave vivid storytelling and Southern imagery through walls of guitar and shimmering pedal steel.
Since their debut Yep Definitely (2018), Wednesday have built a reputation for emotionally charged songwriting and cathartic live performances. Albums such as Twin Plagues (2021) and Mowing the Leaves Instead of Piling ’em Up (2022) showcased their knack for transforming noise and nostalgia into something tenderly cinematic. Their fifth album, Rat Saw God (2023), marked a career high — a striking mix of raw confessions and roaring guitars that earned widespread acclaim. Rooted in the American South but unbound by genre, Wednesday continue to redefine what modern indie rock can sound like.
The event is taking place at O2 Ritz, Manchester. See individual listings for full venue details.
Tickets go on sale on Friday 10th April 2026 at 10:00am.
Ticket prices may vary depending on venue and location. Full pricing details are available on each individual event page.
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