Tank and the Bangas: The Last Balloon Tour with Ariel J

Tank and the Bangas bring their Grammy-winning blend of soul, hip-hop, and R&B to Thalia Hall. Known for wildly interactive live sets, the New Orleans collective’s new album *The Last Balloon* is a party-ready journey from self-doubt to empowerment, featuring gang vocals and handclaps that pull the crowd into the show. Lead singer Tarriona “Tank” Ball describes it as a highly participatory experience where fans become part of the performance.

The band’s recent Grammy win for spoken-word album *The Heart, The Mind, The Soul* underscores their versatility, while *The Last Balloon* completes a trilogy that began with their 2019 breakthrough *Green Balloon*. Recorded at the iconic Complex Studios, the album includes contributions from luminaries like Ledisi and Jelly Joseph, ensuring a night of ecstatic catharsis and communal elevation. Supporting act Ariel J. opens the evening.