A Reddit thread on r/riotfest is buzzing with fans asking the same question: will the Viagra Boys play Riot Fest this year?
The post (originally by u/SFW808) points out the band’s last Riot Fest appearance was in 2023 and the responses are full of hype and nostalgia. Commenters remember a raucous Salt Shed show, a great warm-up the night before Riot, and plenty of fans willing to buy tickets just to see them.
Selected fan takes from the thread:
- “I saw them at Salt Shed last year — it was ELECTRIC!”
- “The Viagra Boys show the night before Riot last year was such a great start to the weekend.”
- “Such a good live show. Would pretty much force me to buy a ticket.”
Quick context: Viagra Boys are a Swedish post-punk band known for loud, chaotic live shows and a cult following among festival crowds. Their intense stage presence has made them a frequent wish-list pick among Riot Fest regulars.
A few fans also suggested the band might land at other Chicago fests — Lollapalooza came up more than once — so keep an eye on official lineup drops. Riot Fest typically releases lineup updates and single-day add-ons in the months leading up to the fest.
Why it matters: a Viagra Boys booking would be an easy sell to Riot-goers who loved their previous set and want more of that drunken, buzzy live energy. If you’re planning your festival season, this rumor alone might sway undecided buyers.
We’ll keep watching the lineup rumors and update you when official confirmations roll in. For now: hope, nostalgia, and a whole lot of “please bring them back.”
Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/RiotFest/comments/1qovz54/viagra_boys/