Eric Underwood Alt-Country Showcase
Doors 6:30pm | Show 7pm | Advance $15 / Day of Show $18 + Dice Fees | 16+
Eric Underwood Band Alt-Country Showcase featuring: Eric Underwood Band, Sophia Rankin & the Sound, PJ Bidwell Band, Sean Whalen & the Benson Highway Band
Shaped by the Sonoran soul of the Southwest, **Eric Underwood Band** blends alternative, indie, and surf rock with rockabilly and alt-country grooves.
Eric Underwood Band is a Tucson, Arizona trio built around singer-songwriter, and electrifying guitarist Eric Underwood, joined by Rob Munoz on bass and Jeff Browning on drums. Together they’ve spent nearly eight years delivering high-energy performances that have made them one of Tucson’s most riveting original rock acts.
Influenced by legends like The Beatles and U2, and fueled by the modern energy of The Killers, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Foo Fighters, their sound channels the heat and atmosphere of the Sonoran Desert into something unmistakably alive. Come see your next favorite local band!
**Sophia Rankin & The Sound** (SRS) is an acclaimed Alternative Folk Rock band originating from Tucson, Arizona. Front woman Sophia Rankin began performing in 2015, and has since won first-place awards at Tucson Desert Song Festival, Stefan George Songwriting competition, and 6th place at Planet Bluegrass Folks Fest for her original music. Founded in 2020, SRS now consists of Sophia Rankin on vocals and rhythm guitar, Connor Rankin on drums and synth, Diego Martinez on lead guitar, and Ben Arthur Mortensen on bass and vocals. Their unique blend of folk, pop, Indie, Americana, and rock music reveals introspective songwriting that resonates with listeners of all ages. Their original music is available on all listening platforms and services.
**The PJ Bidwell Band** is an Arizona alt-country band rooted in honest songwriting, road-worn storytelling, and a deep connection to the American Southwest. Their songs tell stories of everyday people, hard-earned lessons, and life across the cities, backroads, and wide-open spaces of the region.
Blending country, Americana, and roots rock, the band’s sound is driven by soaring steel guitar, rich harmonies, and memorable songs that draw from both tradition and modern influences.
Fronted by Tucson songwriter PJ Bidwell, the band has shared stages with Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers, The Wilder Blue, and Drew Cooper while building a loyal following through independent releases and performances across Arizona and beyond. Their latest single, “Whiskey & Tea,” continues that tradition with a story of conviction, perseverance, and staying true to your own path.
Whether headlining their own shows or sharing the stage with fellow songwriters and touring artists, The PJ Bidwell Band delivers authentic Arizona alt-country with the energy of a live band and the heart of a songwriter.
**Sean Whalen & The Benson Highway Band** are a Tucson-based alternative country band blending classic country songwriting with garage rock energy and psychedelic textures. Influenced by Townes Van Zandt, Tracy Lawrence, Guided By Voices, and Galaxie 500, their songs explore loss, redemption, and life on the American margins. Since forming in 2023, the band has released the album East Side Blues and the EP Familiar Forms of Protest. Their second full-length album, The Long 1990s, arrives this fall, continuing their blend of raw storytelling, twang, and noise.