Written by Rebecca Hollman
Photos by Ismael Quintanilla III
When the main stages power down, the party is just getting started across Atlanta. From legendary alt-rockers to indie newcomers, Shaky Knees’ Late Night shows are an essential part of the festival weekend. Here’s your deep dive into who’s playing, where, and why you shouldn’t miss a single set.
Friday, September 19
Highly Suspect
Venue: Masquerade – Heaven
Bio: Known for their gritty alt-rock anthems and intense live performances, Highly Suspect blend bluesy swagger with punk urgency. Grammy-nominated and unapologetically raw.
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Josh Conway (of The Marías) – DJ Set
Venue: Masquerade – Hell
Bio: Josh Conway, drummer and producer of The Marías, brings a sultry DJ set packed with dream-pop grooves and late-night energy. A perfect way to dance your way into Saturday.
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Radio Free Alice
Venue: Masquerade – Purgatory
Bio: Melbourne’s jangly post-punk revivalists bring fuzzy riffs, garage energy, and bright indie-pop flair to their rising global audience.
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The Backseat Lovers
Venue: Terminal West
Bio: With dreamy soundscapes and emotional lyricism, this Utah-based quartet has surged from viral success to festival staples. Their late-night set promises cathartic highs and soft burn build-ups.
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TV on the Radio
Venue: Center Stage Theater
Bio: Art-rock legends blending soul, electronica, and post-punk with poetic ambition. Their hypnotic stage presence makes for a singular late-night sonic experience.
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Hey, Nothing
Venue: Vinyl @ Center Stage
Bio: Atlanta-based duo crafting indie-pop melodies with nostalgic coming-of-age vibes. Introspective, heartfelt, and perfect for a local-laced nightcap.
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Fat Dog
Venue: The Earl
Bio: An unpredictable British punk-electronic hybrid best described as chaos incarnate. Fat Dog’s explosive performances are raw, weird, and wildly entertaining.
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Saturday, September 20
Pixies
Venue: Masquerade – Heaven
Bio: Indie rock forebears and pioneers of loud-quiet-loud dynamics, Pixies bring three decades of genre-defining hits and distorted brilliance.
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Die Spitz
Venue: Masquerade – Purgatory
Bio: Four fierce women from Austin bringing noisy punk, heavy grunge, and riotous energy. Die Spitz will wake you up, knock you down, and make you mosh.
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Spoon
Venue: Center Stage Theater
Bio: One of indie rock’s most consistent and influential acts, Spoon mixes sharp songwriting with irresistible grooves. A late-night clinic in cool.
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The Stews
Venue: Vinyl @ Center Stage
Bio: Southern-bred, high-voltage rockers whose jammy solos and grungy riffs have earned a reputation for pure live electricity.
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Pro Tip
Late Night shows sell out fast, especially in intimate venues like The Earl and Vinyl. If you’re planning on going hard after the park closes, grab your tickets early and map your venues—these shows are spread across Atlanta. And best of all? $1 from each sale supports the Songs for Kids Foundation.
Let the party live on after dark. See you in the pit.