The official Shaky Knees Festival 2025 Late Shows lineup is out, spotlighting heavyweight names and stirring fresh buzz among fans. The three-night slate—from September 19 to 21—boasts a broad spectrum of acts spanning indie rock, alt, and hip-hop, setting the stage for a robust after-hours experience in Atlanta.
Official Late Shows Lineup Highlights
- Friday, Sept 19: Deftones, Lenny Kravitz, Sublime, The Marías, Pixies, IDLES, Spoon, Joey Valence & Brae, Lambrini Girls, Sarah Kinsley
- Saturday, Sept 20: My Chemical Romance, Cage The Elephant, The Black Keys, Public Enemy, The Backseat Lovers, TV on the Radio, The All-American Rejects, Johnny Marr, Mannequin Pussy, CMAT, Scowl, Michigander, Fat Dog, Hey, Nothing, Radio Free Alice, Die Spitz, Soft Play, Ecca Vandal, Girl Tones, Junior Varsity, Songs for Kids
- Sunday, Sept 21: Blink-182, Vampire Weekend, Alabama Shakes, Lucy Dacus, Devo, Wet Leg, 4 Non Blondes, Franz Ferdinand, Stereophonics, The Stews, Fleshwater, Murder by Death, Mdou Moctar, Improvement Movement, English Teacher, The Criticals, Worry Club, Songs for Kids
This comprehensive lineup reveals fan favorites like Spoon and TV on the Radio confirmed for Late Shows alongside surprise inclusions such as Public Enemy and Deftones, providing a rich mix that spans generations and genres.
Fan Reaction: Excitement and Reservations
- No Thursday Night Shows: A vocal segment of the community feels the absence of Thursday late night events is a missed opportunity to build pre-festival momentum.
- Lineup Wishes Partly Unfulfilled: While acts like IDLES and Wet Leg made the cut, some hoped for even broader representation including All-American Rejects, sparking mixed feelings.
- Standout Praise: Spoon drew high praise, being dubbed a “goated” priority, while Fat Dog’s gig at The Earl is expected to fly tickets fast.
- Divided Opinions: Festival-goers are split between enthusiasm for standout acts and disappointment over the lack of late-night genre diversity.
Discussion on r/ShakyKnees continues to evolve, reflecting a community passionate about maximizing the festival vibe well into the night while hoping future editions address these timing and variety concerns.
Tickets and Charity Support
Tickets for the Late Shows can be secured via the official Shaky Knees website. A notable aspect—the festival donates $1 from each ticket sale to the Songs for Kids Foundation, weaving philanthropy into the music celebration.
With no Thursday night events this year, fans should prioritize Friday and Saturday Late Shows to catch the bulk of the exclusive after-hours performances.
Source: r/ShakyKnees