Ben Quad rides that emo and indie sweet spot where the riffs are bright, the feelings are loud, and the hooks show up like they pay rent. Hailing from Oklahoma City, the band blends scrappy guitar energy with lyrics that sit right on the edge of vulnerable and defiant. Their songs stretch tension tight before snapping into cathartic choruses that feel built for group therapy with distortion pedals. Live, that dynamic turns kinetic fast, trading polish for sweat and momentum. The Ritz’s close quarters amplify every shift, letting those shout-along moments bloom without losing the raw edges.
Wed, Apr 1, 6pm, $22-$25
The Ritz, San Jose
