Tour lineup: Jessica Lea Mayfield, Black Flag, and more music

The music world is buzzing with movement, offering audiences a rich tapestry of upcoming tours, retrospective releases, and momentous new performances. From indie rock legends announcing their return to experimental hardcore duos charting new territory, the road ahead is packed with sonic adventures.

On the melodic side, singer-songwriter Jessica Lea Mayfield is hitting the road this autumn. She’s set to deliver East Coast shows in November alongside Rachel Bobbitt, followed by West Coast dates in December featuring Horsepower. Fans in New York City can catch her on 11/13 at Night Club 101.

Meanwhile, the legacy of Nirosta Steel continues to resonate. The musician, a celebrated collaborator of Arthur Russell, has released an expansive collection spanning over four decades. He is now announcing two special NYC shows at Night Club 101 with Time Warp Pleasure Systems more, inviting listeners to delve into his sprawling artistry.

The heavy side of the scene is also firing up. BLACK FLAG has announced a North American tour scheduled for September and October, bringing Greg Ginn’s lineup to fans across the continent.

For those looking for something entirely new, The Number Twelve Looks Like You is finally making their long-awaited debut. They are performing MONGREL in its entirety—a feat they haven’t accomplished live in twenty years. This tour brings them to Kaonashi with Differences and Blind Equation, with an NYC stop set for October 18 at TV Eye.

Michelle Branch is also gearing up for a fall run. Following the release of a new EP featuring a fresh take on “The Game of Love” with The New Radicals, she will be performing at the Beacon Theatre in New York City on November 5, and then at Stone Pony in Asbury Park on November 6.

The indie rock landscape is also stirring as Imperial Teen announces their first tour in six years. The group joins forces with acts like The Breeders for this run.

A celebratory road trip is underway for Glitterer, who will be on the road with Bleary Eyed and Guttered in September, including a stop in Asheville featuring Robber Robber. The group has shared behind-the-scenes moments of their journey, capturing the excitement through social media.

In the world of noise and post-metal, Neurosis is slated for a major event. They will be heading to San Francisco for a double header at The Fillmore on October 16 and 17. Earlier in the season, they are also joining Acid Bath, Melvins, and Kylesa for a performance at Hellbender in Asheville on September 5.

The electronic scene is heating up too, with sunn O))) announcing fall tour dates supporting their self-titled Sub Pop debut. Fans can catch them starting October 2 in Louisville and wrapping up November 1 in Vancouver.

Finally, the experimental hardcore duo Index, featuring former Control Top members Alan Creedon and Alex Lichtenauer, are making their mark on the NYC scene, currently playing tonight and planning further dates around the release of their debut album.