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THU · MAY 14 · 3:00 PM

Purity Ring

ft. Purity Ring, mmj

Turner Hall Ballroom· 1040 N Vel R. Phillips Ave

Purity Ring's live show is a visual and auditory journey—bring your best mask for solidarity.

Part I

The details

About this event

Purity Ring returns with a fresh sound and a new self-titled album that promises to captivate fans with its concept-driven narrative. Inspired by RPGs, their latest work is a sonic adventure, blending digital synths with classical elements. This concert at Turner Hall Ballroom is an opportunity to experience their innovative live performance, which has been praised for its visual and auditory impact.

The duo, Megan James and Corin Roddick, have been pivotal in shaping the electronic pop scene since the early 2010s. Their commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment is evident, with a request for attendees to wear high-filtration masks as a gesture of care. This show is not just about music; it's about community and connection.

From the organizer

Purity Ring has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 per ticket goes to support The Black Trans Prayer Book, and their work to celebrate and uplift Black Trans & Non-Binary people. Purity Ring’s self-titled fourth album marks the beginning of a bold new era, the duo have crafted a concept album that serves as the soundtrack to an imagined RPG. Inspired by games like Nier Automata and Final Fantasy X, the record tells the story of two hapless characters — embodiments of Megan James and Corin Roddick— on a journey to build a kinder world amid the ruins of a broken one. Roddick reaches into his deepest musical memories to sculpt euphoric, otherworldly soundscapes of vintage digital synths, classical guitar, pan flutes, breakbeats, and haunted vocoders. Along with her unmistakable sound, James has unlocked an arsenal of vocal deliveries and a joyous, dizzying stream of consciousness in her words. Here with their first self-titled and self-released LP, Purity Ring steps fully into a dream they've been circling for years—one that feels vast, unrestrained, and true to who they’ve become. Since emerging in the early 2010s, James and Roddick have made a lasting impact on the electronic pop landscape, building a world all their own with immersive self-produced albums and groundbreaking visual live show experiences. Their debut Shrines (2012) earned Pitchfork’s Best New Music Honors and was shortlisted for the Polaris Prize, and breakout track “Fineshrine” is RIAA Gold-certified in the U.S. Over the years, they’ve collaborated with artists including Danny Brown, Deftones and Black Dresses. Purity Ring kindly requests that you wear a respirator (N95 or KN95) for the duration of the show. There will be free high-filtration masks at the door for those who don’t have them. We want our shows to be a place where we take care of each other. Wearing a high-filtration mask is an act of material care and a show of solidarity with disabled and immunocompromised people. It's a small thing we can do to keep each other safe.
Purity Ring

Getting in

  • Tickets

    Tickets available online

  • Registration required — must sign up

Pro tips

  • Concert-goers

    Turner Hall Ballroom has a balcony with a great view and sound. If you prefer a less crowded experience, head there early to grab a spot. It's first-come, first-served.

What's It Actually Like?

Energy3/5
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Artsy
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Music

ElectronicIndiePop
Loud

Who'll Be There

Expect a diverse crowd, primarily consisting of younger adults in their 20s to 30s, including fans of electronic and indie music, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals who appreciate artistic and immersive experiences. The emphasis on inclusivity and health safety may attract those who are socially conscious and care about community well-being.

How the Room Feels

Loud musicLive amplified soundCrowdedStrong scents

What You'll Leave With

A memory

Who It's For

Social style:
Audience-style
Energy needed:
Sit back and receive

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 soundCrowdedStrong scents

The crowd

Audience-shaped. You watch; the room is not here to talk to you.

You'll leave with

A memory

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