American Football in Dallas

American Football, the iconic midwest emo band from Urbana, Illinois, originally active from 1997 to 2000, has reunited and continues to tour. Known for their self-titled debut album that became a landmark in emo and math rock, the band features core members Mike Kinsella, Steve Holmes, and Steve Lamos.

Their music is characterized by slow, quiet, pretty songs with intricate guitar work, influenced by artists like Red House Painters and Nick Drake. Fans can expect a setlist drawing from their acclaimed discography, including tracks from their 1999 debut and subsequent eponymous albums released after their 2014 reunion.