The Messthetics Perform NPR Tiny Desk Concert + On Tour in July

The Messthetics are an instrumental trio featuring Brendan Canty (drums), Joe Lally (bass), and Anthony Pirog (guitar).

WATCH THE MESSTHETICS' TINY DESK CONCERT ON NPR

Brendan Canty and Joe Lally were the rhythm section of the band Fugazi from its inception in 1987 to its period of hiatus in 2002. This is the first band they've had together since then. Anthony Pirog is a jazz and experimental guitarist based in Washington, D.C. One half of the duo Janel & Anthony, he has emerged as a primary figure in the city's out-music community.

The trio's debut includes nine songs recorded at Canty's practice space throughout 2017, live and mostly without overdubs. It's a snapshot of a band dedicated to the live ideal, where structure begets improvisation.

THE MESSTHETICS ON TOUR

6.24.18 - Washington, DC @ Punk Latitudes (Union Market)

7.12.18 - Washington, DC @ Fort Reno

7.13.18 - Buffalo, NY @ Babeville

7.14.18 - Guelph, ON @ Hillside Festival

7.16.18 - Grand Rapids, MI @ The Pyramid Scheme

7.17.18 - Toledo, OH @ Northside Tavern

7.18.18 - Cininnati, OH @ Northside Tavern

7.19.18 - Athens, OH @ The Union Bar

7.20.18 - Morgantown, WV @ 123 Pleasant St.

8.17.18 - Washington, DC @ Rock & Roll Hotel

8.25.18 - Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery

3.14.19 - Knoxville, TN @ Big Ears Festival

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