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SAT · MAY 2 · 3:00 PM – 6:59 PM

Battle of the Bands 2: Smoke Free Home vs. Courtesy vs. In Shining Armour

ft. Smoke Free Home, Courtesy, In Shining Armour

Flores Hall· 2997 S 20th St
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Punk bands face off with raw energy and catchy riffs — don't miss the action.

Part I

The details

About this event

Get ready for a night of fierce competition and electrifying performances at the Battle of the Bands 2. This event pits Smoke Free Home against Courtesy and In Shining Armour, promising a night filled with loud, distorted bass riffs and driving punk beats. Smoke Free Home, known for their high-energy shows and raw lyrics, will be a highlight, bringing their DIY mentality and punk sensibilities to the stage.

Held at Falcon Hall, this all-ages event is perfect for anyone looking to dive into the local punk scene. Doors open at 7 PM, so arrive early to snag a good spot. Whether you're a long-time punk fan or new to the genre, this battle promises to deliver an unforgettable experience.

From the organizer

Combining loud, distorted bass riffs, driving punk beats, and raw, witty lyrics, Smoke Free Home slaps audiences with a sweaty, high-energy show unlike any other. Formed in 2021, the dance-punk trio (vocalist Jesse Tubeszewski, bassist Kevin Sonnleitner and drummer Alex Lautenschlager) jumped out of quarantine into the Oshkosh bar scene with their debut self-titled EP already recorded. Since, they've quickly made a name for themselves in the bars and basements of Wisconsin. 2023 saw the release of the band's fourth and latest release "Bad News," available on CD and vinyl, featuring the biting and dangerously catchy crowd-favorite single "Bootstraps." This year's jumpy single "Frog Legs" sets the tone for the group's bright, loud future. Wherever you may catch 'em, Smoke Free Home brings with them energy, volume, their stubborn DIY mentality and a respect for true punk sensibilities
— Down on Downer

Getting in

  • Tickets

    Tickets available online

  • Registration required — must sign up

Pro tips

  • First-timers

    Arrive by 7:15 PM to grab a spot near the stage. The venue fills up quickly, and you'll want a good view for the high-energy performances.

What's It Actually Like?

Energy4/5
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Music

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Deafening

Who'll Be There

A mix of young adults and teens, likely in their late teens to early 30s, drawn from the local punk scene, music enthusiasts, and friends of the bands performing. Expect a casual, energetic crowd ready to engage with the music.

How the Room Feels

Loud musicLive amplified soundStanding roomCrowded

What You'll Leave With

A memory

Who It's For

Social style:
Group of 6+
Energy needed:
Light participation

Part II · The feel

How it feels

The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.

The room

Loud and packed. Expect bodies within arms-reach and music you will feel in your chest.

Loud musicLive amplified soundStanding roomCrowded

The crowd

Shines with 6+. Bring the crew.

You'll leave with

A memory

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