Dear Rouge

sunday, october 6th

Martindale Stage: 5:30 - 6:15pm

Ever wondered what it feels like to ascend to a sonic summit? Brace yourself for the answers as powerhouse duo Dear Rouge release their latest record Lonesome High, ready to sweep you away into a realm of rock music that fully embodies the band’s longtime mantra of “grit and gloss”. There is substance in the vulnerability revealed on the record, as they lean hard into the expression of the human experience. From the feedback of amps turning on at the top of the record, to the comedown ballad of the closing title track, each song on Lonesome High is a testament to Dear Rouge’s dedication to crafting a sound that's simultaneously timeless and cutting-edge. It’s a pulse-quickening ride through throw-your-hands up punk songs, the tastemaker tracks of the indie renaissance, and stadium-sized anthems, all the while being thoroughly Dear Rouge at its core: biting, gut-wrenching, but always hopefully optimistic.

With a career that has already seen many “peaks” over it’s trajectory, including winning a Juno Award, countless radio hits, and playing alongside some of the biggest names in music, Lonesome High is a record that focuses on the electric energy of Dear Rouge's live performances. It highlights Danielle's magnetic presence and Drew's masterful guitar work. Each note of the record is a declaration of independence, beckoning listeners to join Dear Rouge on a heady journey through life's trials and triumphs.