The Violent Femmes Celebrate 45-Year Anniversary with Four Nights At The Bellwether July 28-31

VIOLENT FEMMES MARK 45 YEARS OF MUSIC  JULY 28, 29, 30 & 31, 2026 AT THE BELLWETHER ICONIC FOLK-PUNK TRAILBLAZERS ARRIVE IN LOS ANGELES ON THEIR  “45 YEARS OF VIOLENT FEMMES” TOUR TO CELEBRATE FOUR AND A HALF DECADES OF RAW ENERGY, FEARLESS SONGWRITING, AND CROWD-CHANTING CHAOS TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT THEBELLWETHERLA.COM

Forty-five years after busking on the streets of Milwaukee and redefining folk-punk forever, Violent Femmes have announced four nights of shows at The Bellwether in Los Angeles on July 28, 29, 30 & 31. Tickets are on sale now at www.thebellwetherla.com.  On July 28 and 29, the band will play their debut self-titled album and follow-up Hallowed Ground in full. On July 30 and 31, they will perform core tracks from The Blind Leading The Naked with album producer Jerry Harrison (of the Talking Heads) joining as a special guest, along with greatest hits & fan favorites on all four nights.   Based on undeniable tracks like “Blister in the Sun” and “Add It Up,” the Femmes have built one of the most unpredictable and enduring careers in alternative music — part punk sermon, part folk jam, and all attitude. These special 45th anniversary shows will bring that singular energy as they rip through their greatest hits, deep cuts, and fan favorites, all with the unfiltered, acoustic bite that made them legends. With this four-night residency at The Bellwether, Violent Femmes join other notable performers including HAIM, Porter Robinson, Wilco, Dinosaur Jr., Carly Rae Jepsen, Modest Mouse, and Julien Baker who’ve taken over the venue.

About The Violent Femmes:  Formed in 1981, Violent Femmes flipped the music world on its head with their raw, acoustic-driven, self-titled, debut album — a record that went platinum without ever cracking the Billboard Top 200. Their sound– part street-corner folk, part punk snarl –influenced generations of artists and cultivated a fiercely loyal fanbase that remains devoted to this day. Four and a half decades in, the Femmes are still as defiant, joyful, and relevant as ever with their hit song “Blister in the Sun” featured in Netflix’s acclaimed 2025 series “Four Seasons” and the band continuing to sell out venues on each tour. After 45 years of defying expectations and igniting generations, Violent Femmes prove that true originals don’t fade — they just play louder. Follow The Violent Femmes Instagram | Web About The Bellwether  Founded in 2023 by Teragram Presents’ Michael Swier, in partnership with Another Planet Entertainment (APE) – the largest independent promoter in the U.S. – The Bellwether is a cornerstone of LA’s vibrant entertainment scene hosting artists including Mumford & Sons, HAIM, Julien Baker, Modest Mouse, Wilco, Carly Rae Jepsen, Porter Robinson, Trey Anastasio Band, Royel Otis, Isaiah Rashad, Deltron 3030 and many more. The venue features multiple unique spaces, including the impressively spacious 1,500-capacity Main Room, the newly opened 500-capacity disco-meets-warehouse space Camille’s, an in-house restaurant-lounge The Virginian, an intimate VIP room, the Looking Glass Lounge, and a stunning open-air patio featuring panoramic views of Downtown Los Angeles. The Main Room is outfitted with a state of the art d&b sound system, custom lighting, a 270-degree wrap-around balcony, wooden dance floor and more. With an unwavering commitment to quality and customer service, The Bellwether is the ultimate deluxe live entertainment experience for artists and fans alike.    Follow The Bellwether Web | Instagram | Facebook