Orlando’s favorite singer songwriter/indie rocker Cat Ridgeway is set to release “Epilogue” October 4 (pre-save HERE), an in your face stomp and holler-esque punk rock explosion, hinging off a recklessly played overdriven banjo. The single introduces her upcoming album Sprinter, out Spring 2025. Self-described by Ridgeway as “indie rock for overthinkers” and a departure from her previous Americana success (more on that later), her music is a fiery blend of indie-rock and punk with hints of dream pop and folk. Though “Epilogue” is the only true punk song on the album, it firmly cements Ridgeway as an artist you need to know.
“‘Epilogue’ is so striking and gives folks a deeper look into my inner world… it’s the perfect song to introduce this new era. Plus, it’s just fun as hell to play,” says Ridgeway. “Distorting and smacking a banjo until your palms bruise is always a good time for everyone involved!” The song serves as a dissertation on her relationship with religion and death.
Ridgeway, along with the revolving members of her touring band, The Tourists, create a sweaty, energetic, exciting party with each live show. It’s not uncommon to see them play musical chairs as they switch places and instruments on stage. You never know where a band member will end up or what will happen, from seeing Ridgeway jump behind the drums or watching a mosh pit open up in the crowd. Anything and everything goes. Expect the unexpected. She will be playing her new music to live audiences throughout the country (see dates below and HERE). “We debuted most of Sprinter at shows over the summer, and the energy we’ve been with been met so far has been nothing short of electric. We had our first mosh pit open up at our last hometown show, and it was SICK,” says Ridgeway. “I’ve felt very understood and seen for the first time, and it’s allowed me to connect with people (especially those who listen for the lyrics) on a much deeper level. We’re skipping the small talk and diving straight in now, and I adore that.”
TOUR DATES:
October 7 – Raleigh, NC @ The Pour House
October 8 – Greensboro, NC @ The Flat Iron
October 9 – Washington, DC @ The Pie Shop
October 10 – Philadelphia, PA @ World Cafe Live Lounge
October 11 – Kennett Square, PA @ The Kennett Flash
October 12 – New York, NY @ Groove
October 13 – Arlington, MA @ Capitol Theatre
October 15 – Buffalo, NY @ Rec Room
October 16 – Columbus, OH @ Rumba Cafe
October 17 – Detroit, MI @ Lager House
October 18 – Cleveland, OH @ The Asylum at Masonic Temple
October 19 – Chicago, IL @ Subterranean Downstairs
October 21 – Milwaukee, WI @ Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co.
October 22 – Minneapolis, MN @ Underground Music Cafe
October 23 – Davenport, IA @ Raccoon Motel
October 25 – Milton, GA @ Matilda’s Music Under The Pines
November 6 – Ocala, FL @ Ocala Downtown Square
November 8 & 9 – Panama City, FL @ Panama City’s Songwriter Festival 2024 (without The Tourists)
November 21 – Orlando, FL @ Judson’s Live At The Dr. Phillips Center (two shows, Cat Ridgeway & Mitch Ridgeway show)
November 30 – Jacksonville, FL @ Jack Rabbits
December 1 – New Orleans, LA @ Chickie Wah Wah
December 2 – Houston, TX @ Shoeshine Charley’s Big Top Lounge
December 3 – Austin, TX @ Mohawk
December 4 – Dallas, TX @ Three Links Deep Ellum
December 5 – Denton, TX @ Andy’s Bar & Grill
December 6 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Resonant Head
December 7 – Kansas City, MO @ Minibar
December 8 – Little Rock, AR @ Stickyz Rock-n-Roll Chicken Shack
December 9 – Birmingham, AL @ The Nick
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