July 26 @ 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
American Primitive, the 13th album from Old 97’s, captures the band’s raw, instinct-driven energy as they approach their 30th anniversary. Led by Rhett Miller, the record embraces a “de-evolved” sound—loud, loose, and unpolished—while maintaining their signature storytelling and alt-country roots.
Inspired in part by Stephen King’s Duma Key, the album blends gritty rock with reflective themes of love, mental health, and survival. Produced by Tucker Martine and featuring guests like R.E.M.’s Peter Buck, it was recorded with no pre-production, relying on the band’s decades-long chemistry.
The result is a spirited, high-energy collection that balances reckless rock-and-roll with introspective lyricism—proof that Old 97’s remain as vital and dynamic as ever.
with River Shook