xBk presents
The Night Lights 'Wild Heart' Album Release
w/ Awful Purdies
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6TH
Doors: 2pm | Show: 3pm
All Ages
Children 10 and under are free, but must still have a ticket
MOSTLY SEATED + LIMITED STANDING ROOM -- All seating is on a first come, first served basis.Arrive early for best selection of seats. If you require ADA accommodations please reach out to info@xbklive.com*
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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: Premium Floor Table : $50 (+ Fees)
Option #2: Premium Balcony High Top Table: $50 (+ Fees)
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•• THE NIGHT LIGHTS ••
The Night Lights, an Iowa women’s folk trio, features lifelong friends Abbie Sawyer, Katharine Ruestow and Sarah Cram. Together, they deliver original heartfelt songs about motherhood, growth, and friendship. Their introspective, folk-inspired sound focuses on storytelling and rich harmonies. This project honors creativity and emotion while sharing music that resonates with each other and their community.
•• AWFUL PURDIES ••
Awful Purdies is a Folk-Americana collective of five multi-instrumental women who, for nearly two decades, have been weaving stories, harmonies, and humor into the fabric of the Midwest music scene. Powered by seamless vocals and a mix of banjo, accordion, cello, guitar, mandolin, bass, and percussion, the Purdies create a sound that’s both lush and down-to-earth — an earnest nod to folk, old country, bluegrass, honky tonk, and soul.
On stage, Awful Purdies take turns stepping forward as lead singer and songwriter, creating a shared musical conversation that brings connection, energy, and a touch of mischief. Their live shows blend heart, harmony, and humor — moments of intimacy and insight wrapped in gratitude and friendship.
Since forming in 2006, the Purdies have been raising families, telling women’s stories, advocating for human rights, and strengthening the creative fabric of Eastern Iowa. As they celebrate their 20th anniversary in 2026, they’re releasing 20 singles — collectively forming their fifth studio album, Begin Again — a love letter to where they’ve been and an invitation to where they’re going next.
From front porches, theaters, and stages, including Blue Ox, Sugar Maple, and Iowa Arts Festival, Hancher Auditorium, and The Englert Theatre, among others, Awful Purdies have appeared with artists including Dom Flemons (Carolina Chocolate Drops), Pert Near Sandstone, Taylor Mac, William Elliott Whitmore, Deb Talan, Big Richard, and more.
