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Noise Forecast

In response to a request from readers, included below is an unofficial assessment of which 2025 concert events are likely to be loudest and generate the most noise pollution. If you have input or expertise that could help refine this preliminary assessment, please use the Contact Us form to contribute it.

• Information below last updated 5/2/25. Consult venue website for latest event schedule.

Shortlist of Events Expected to be Loudest

1. Mon, May 5: Seether
   Music Genre: Hard Rock / Post-Grunge
   Expected Loudness Level: High
   Reason for Loudness: Known for heavy distortion, powerful guitar riffs, and aggressive drumming. Seether’s live sets feature crunchy distortion and aggressive rhythms, delivering a wall of sound typical of post-grunge rock.

2. Sun, May 25: The Black Keys – No Rain No Flowers Tour
   Music Genre: Blues Rock / Garage Rock
   Expected Loudness Level: High
   Reason for Loudness: Raw, distorted guitar riffs and heavy drums, which fill the venue with loud blues-rock energy. Known for a loud, powerful performance that exceeds expectations for a two-piece band.

3. Fri, Jun 13: Three 6 Mafia & Yelawolf
   Music Genre: Southern Hip-Hop / Rap
   Expected Loudness Level: High
   Reason for Loudness: Bass-heavy, booming beats typical of rap and hip-hop performances. Expect deep bass, DJ drops, and a high-energy, raucous crowd contributing to significant noise pollution.

4. Fri, Jun 27: Dirty Heads
   Music Genre: Reggae Rock / Hip-Hop Fusion
   Expected Loudness Level: High
   Reason for Loudness: Booming bass and energetic rhythms characteristic of reggae and rap rock performances. Their shows are loud and festival-like, with thumping bass and rock guitar flourishes.

5. Fri, Aug 8: King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
   Music Genre: Psychedelic Rock / Garage Rock
   Expected Loudness Level: High
   Reason for Loudness: Known for frenetic, high-energy performances with aggressive fuzz-laden guitars and relentless drumming. Expect mosh pits and moments of thrashing intensity.

6. Sun, Aug 10: Slightly Stoopid
   Music Genre: Reggae Rock / Ska Punk
   Expected Loudness Level: High
   Reason for Loudness: High-energy performances with deep bass, fast punk tempos, and reggae influences. Expect loud festival-style sounds that energize the crowd.

7. Sat, Jun 29: Styx & Kevin Cronin
   Music Genre: Classic Rock (Arena Rock)
   Expected Loudness Level: High
   Reason for Loudness: Arena rock performance with soaring electric guitars and powerful drums. Known for delivering rock performances at full throttle with a substantial volume designed for large venues.

Full Schedule Analysis

• Wed, Apr 30: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit
  Music Genre: Americana / Southern Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: Full-band Americana rock sound with electric guitars and drums – strong and emotive, but not as overpowering as hard rock or metal acts.

• Mon, May 5: Seether
  Music Genre: Hard Rock / Post-Grunge
  Expected Loudness Level: High
  Reason for Loudness: Known for heavy, distorted guitar riffs and powerful drums typical of post-grunge. Seether’s live sets feature crunchy distortion and aggressive rhythms, delivering a wall of sound.

• Fri, May 9: Dwight Yoakam
  Music Genre: Country Rock / Honky-Tonk
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: A high-energy honky-tonk performance with a rocking band. Yoakam’s style is hardcore honky-tonk but still keeps things at a moderate volume, not as loud as hard rock.

• Thu, May 22: Leon Bridges
  Music Genre: Soul / R&B
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: Smooth, soulful performance with significant amplification but not extreme loudness. The show is mellow and stylistic, creating a warm atmosphere.

• Sun, May 25: The Black Keys – No Rain No Flowers Tour
  Music Genre: Blues Rock / Garage Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: High
  Reason for Loudness: Raw, distorted sound, heavy guitar jams, and high energy, typical of garage rock. Known for loud, powerful shows with substantial volume that fills the venue.

• Sat, May 31: Louis C.K.
  Music Genre: Stand-Up Comedy (Spoken Word)
  Expected Loudness Level: Low
  Reason for Loudness: A stand-up comedy show with only voice amplification and audience laughter. No loud instruments – the noise pollution is minimal.

• Wed, Jun 4: Ryan Bingham & The Texas Gentlemen
  Music Genre: Americana / Country Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: A roots-rock band with a robust but moderate sound. Expect a full-band performance with strong but manageable volume.

• Fri, Jun 13: Three 6 Mafia & Yelawolf
  Music Genre: Southern Hip-Hop / Rap
  Expected Loudness Level: High
  Reason for Loudness: A bass-heavy, high-energy rap show. Expect booming bass and DJ drops that create significant noise, characteristic of a high-octane rap performance.

• Fri, Jun 20: Old Dominion
  Music Genre: Contemporary Country
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: High-energy country rock show with well-amplified sound but generally not as loud as rock or heavier genres.

• Fri, Jun 27: Dirty Heads
  Music Genre: Reggae Rock / Hip-Hop Fusion
  Expected Loudness Level: High
  Reason for Loudness: A genre-blending act mixing reggae’s deep bass with hip-hop and rock energy. Expect booming bass and infectious rhythms, contributing to significant noise pollution.

• Sun, Jun 29: Styx & Kevin Cronin
  Music Genre: Classic Rock (Arena Rock)
  Expected Loudness Level: High
  Reason for Loudness: A classic arena-rock performance with loud guitars, drums, and large-scale sound designed for big venues. Expect powerful and intense volume.

• Wed, Jul 23: Cake
  Music Genre: Alternative Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: Known for groovy, alternative rock with a playful yet moderate volume. The sound is clear and engaging without overwhelming loudness.

• Sat, Jul 26: Beck (with Colorado Symphony)
  Music Genre: Alternative / Orchestral Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: Beck’s performances with a symphony orchestra will create a layered, dynamic sound with strong volume but more polished than rock concerts with just a band.

• Thu, Aug 7: Glass Animals
  Music Genre: Indie Pop / Psychedelic Pop
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: A high-energy indie-pop band known for lush electronics and funky grooves. Expect punchy bass and vibrant percussion, but overall, not as loud as heavier rock concerts.

• Fri, Aug 8: King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
  Music Genre: Psychedelic Rock / Garage Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: High
  Reason for Loudness: Known for frenetic, loud live shows with aggressive, fuzz-laden rock and intense sound. Expect heavy guitar riffs and relentless drumming.

• Sun, Aug 10: Slightly Stoopid
  Music Genre: Reggae Rock / Ska Punk
  Expected Loudness Level: High
  Reason for Loudness: High-energy performances with deep bass and aggressive punk tempos contributing to high volume, creating a loud festival-style atmosphere.

• Sat, Aug 16: Billy Currington
  Music Genre: Country (Country Pop/Rock)
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: A lively country-rock show with a full band. Expect electric guitars and drums that create a fun, energetic performance, but not excessively loud.

• Tue, Aug 19: 311
  Music Genre: Alternative Rock / Reggae Fusion
  Expected Loudness Level: High
  Reason for Loudness: A genre-blending band known for powerful live shows with booming bass, electric guitars, and dynamic drumming that can create significant noise.

• Fri, Aug 22: Gavin Adcock
  Music Genre: Country / Country Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: A rising country rocker with energetic but not overwhelmingly loud performances. Expect twangy guitars and full-band sound.

• Sat, Aug 23: Chicago
  Music Genre: Classic Rock / Jazz-Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: A classic rock band with a strong horn section. The sound is powerful yet polished, with more focus on musicality than sheer volume.

• Sat, Aug 30: Little Big Town
  Music Genre: Country Pop / Country Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: A lively country-pop band with a full vocal and instrumental lineup. The show is energetic but remains within a comfortable volume range.

• Thu, Sep 4: “Weird Al” Yankovic
  Music Genre: Comedy Rock / Parody
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: A rock-style performance with a live band, but with humor as the focus. Expect solid volume similar to a rock or pop show but not extreme.

• Sat, Sep 6: Train
  Music Genre: Pop Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: Upbeat and melodic pop rock with clear sound but not as loud as a traditional rock concert.

• Fri, Sep 12: The Red Clay Strays – Get Right Tour
  Music Genre: Southern Rock / Country Rock
  Expected Loudness Level: Medium
  Reason for Loudness: A Southern rock band with energetic performances but volume that remains moderate, focusing on songcraft rather than excessive loudness.