First Fleet Concerts and xBk presents
DAKØTA
w/ MODERN TIGER and Soulcage
SATURDAY, JULY 18TH
Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm
All Ages
*Limited seating available on a first come, first served basis. If you require ADA accommodations please reach out to info@xbklive.com*
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•••DAKØTA•••
DAKØTA is a hard-hitting three-piece rock band rising out of Iowa, blending raw emotion with walls of sound. Formed by vocalist Dakota Newcomb, guitarist Tyler Halverson, and drummer Zach Halverson, the band carves out a space where shoegaze textures collide with the intensity of modern hard rock.
DAKØTA first caught attention with their haunting reimagining of Avril Lavigne’s “I’m With You” — a bold, atmospheric cover that showcased their ability to take nostalgia and shape it into something powerful and new. The track went viral among alternative rock fans, opening the door to a wider audience drawn to the band’s signature blend of soaring vocals, crushing guitar tones, and thunderous percussion.
Inspired by the introspective weight of bands like Deftones, Bring Me The Horizon, and the immersive soundscapes of Ice Nine Kills, DAKØTA delivers a sound that’s as emotionally charged as it is sonically heavy. Their music is moody, melodic, and unapologetically loud.
With a growing fanbase and a reputation for an engaging social media presence, DAKØTA is pushing the boundaries of hard rock while staying rooted in emotion and authenticity.
•••SOULCAGE•••
Soulcage blends the raw energy of rock's past with bold innovation to lead the charge toward the future of the genre.
The Des Moines-based five-piece - Jayden "Erdy" Erdman (lead vocals, guitar), Jayden Young (guitar, backing vocals), Anthony Cooper (guitar), Ace Tipton (bass, backing vocals), and AJ Fucaloro (drums) - provides a breath of fresh air to the modern hard rock scene and a diverse catalog blending influences of alternative rock, grunge, and metal.
Their music is a rollercoaster, driven by thick distorted riffs, a pounding rhythm section which keeps the heartbeat of the band alive, awe-inspiring guitar solos, all topped off with soaring vocals paired with an abundance of transcendent harmonies.
The band's live show is nonstop pure high-octane action fueled by the energy reciprocated between the stage and the crowd, feeding off one other to create an environment that will leave you wanting more.
Soulcage makes a promise to all who attend that every note blasted through the speakers is performed live, forming an authentic connection with the audience that makes every show truly unique.
In their short history of two years together, Soulcage has blazed their own trail including performances at 80/35 Music Festival and the legendary Rock Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin. They have performed all over the Midwest United States, sharing the stage with other reputable acts such as Jackyl, Tantric, Earshot, Dark Sun, Bastardane, Blacktop Mojo, Quarters of Change, and many more.
In June 2025, Soulcage released their debut album, 'Monstrophe'.
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ADD ON OPTIONS
(does not include tickets for the show)
A limited amount of reserved tables are offered for this event if you'd like to ensure that you have seats. Reserved tables can comfortably accommodate up to a party of four individuals. Please note that the Reserved Table Add-On does not include a general admission ticket; each person must have their own general admission ticket for entry. For example, a party of three people would want to purchase THREE general admission tickets and ONE table. For all remaining tables, seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Option #1: Floor High-Top Side Table : $50 (+ Fees)
Option #2: Premium Balcony High Top Table: $50 (+ Fees)
