Hickoids' first Midwest show in 35 years promises a wild mix of punk and country.
The Hickoids are making a long-awaited return to the Midwest, bringing their distinctive blend of punk, country, and glam rock to Shank Hall. With over four decades of experience, the band is known for their high-energy performances and unique style dubbed "roadhouse punk." This tour marks their first visit to the region in 35 years, making it a rare opportunity for fans old and new.
Led by original vocalist Jeff Smith, the band promises a dynamic show with setlists that change nightly, featuring both fan favorites and unreleased tracks. Shank Hall's intimate setting is perfect for experiencing the Hickoids' raw sound and showmanship up close. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to their music, this is a show that captures the essence of cowpunk and the band's storied history.
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42 years into a jagged and checkered career Hickoids are pleased to announce the “Still Trippin’” summer 2026 tour. The Austin Music Hall of Fame inductees began their wild ride back in 1984 - playing a psylocybin fueled (sour) mashup of punk, hard country, glam and psychedelic rock while gaining a reputation as one of the foundational acts of the cowpunk genre. Four decades on - led by original vocalist and co-founder Jeff Smith (the other four members from the band’s debut are all now deceased) alongside decade plus Hickoids Lance Farley (drums), Tom Trusnovic (bass), Cody Richardson (guitar) and relative newcomer at eight years Harvey McLaughlin (guitar and keyboards), the band continue to ply their trade delivering a singular, rowdy melange of Southern styles they refer to as “roadhouse punk” - at home on any stage and rendered with ample musical chops and showmanship. The upcoming tour will feature unique set lists each night called on the spot and culled from across the band’s catalog alongside unreleased tunes and audience faves. This will be the band’s first excursion to the Upper Midwest in almost 35 years, and their first shows in the Canadian province of Ontario as well as several other cities along the way. Since reforming in the latter half of the 2000s the band has played north of 800 shows across half the United States (including Alaska), Canada and ten European countries at punk clubs, blues and country bars and festivals.
