Dead Rider live in Des Moines

Experience Dead Rider live on August 27th

Dead Rider will be performing at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines, Iowa on August 27, 2026. Dead Rider, the project of artist Jackalope, creates music often described as experimental and incorporating elements of American primitive, folk, and noise rock. Their sound frequently features unconventional guitar tunings, raw vocal delivery, and lyrical themes exploring isolation, mythology, and the American landscape. The project has released albums on labels including Important Records and Geographic North.

Locals Bar & Stage is a music venue situated in the Sherman Hill neighborhood of Des Moines. It opened in 2018 with a focus on providing a platform for local and regional musicians across diverse genres, including indie rock, punk, metal, and experimental music. The venue is known for its intimate setting – a relatively small capacity space – and commitment to showcasing emerging artists alongside more established acts. It operates as an all-ages venue for many shows while also hosting events catering to a 21+ audience. Locals Bar & Stage actively promotes itself as a community-focused space dedicated to supporting the Des Moines arts scene.