The Struts The Pretty Vicious Tour: Mission Ballroom 8.20.2024

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Luke Spillar, The Struts Frontman gives 100% to every aspect of a performance

The Struts, an energetic and captivating British foursome, have earned a reputation as a must-see rock band.  Their crowd connection and magnetic vibes pull everyone inside their performances for a magnificent musical ride.

Formed in Derby, England in 2012, The Struts’ track “Could Have Been Me” was an early hit.  They have played festivals like Lollapolloza, earned the No. 1 spot on the Spotify Viral Top 50 and opened for several arena bands including The Foo Fighters, The Rolling Stones and Aerosmith.  They have released four studio albums, including their latest album Pretty Vicious in the fall of 2023.

The Struts

On Tuesday, August 20, 2024 The Struts will grace the Mission Ballroom stage in Denver. There are a million reasons why you should see The Struts live, starting with these 3.

1.) Every band member brings their own brand of talent and infectious vibes to the stage, making ‘The Struts’ a real rock and roll deal. The band consists of lead vocalist Luke Spiller, guitarist Adam Slack, bassist Jed Elliott, and drummer Gethin Davies.

2.) It has been a long time since I have seen someone with as much raw charisma as frontman Luke Spiller.  His magnetic energy and vocals are off the charts.  His glam style and ear-to-ear smile will leave an imprint on you.  Spiller’s presence is reminiscent of Freddy Mercury or Michael Hutchence (INXS) with a touch of Rolling Stone magic – all combined with his own signature talent that is uniquely all his own.

3.) The Struts’ setlist covers the spectrum of bold guitar riffs and drums to quiet and thoughtful lyrically rich songs.  The band’s range from rock to acoustic is spectacular.

Jed Elliott, The Struts
Luke Spiller
“When you talk and everybody listensThen you walk and everybody whispersYeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, you know you got it,Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, you’re so hypnoticYeah, yeah, dance like everybody’s watching…”
Pretty Vicious Lyrics. Songwriters: Adam Slack / Joe Janiak / Luke Spiller
The Struts live in Milwaukee at The Rave on 8.13.2024
Jed Elliott
Luke Spiller

The Struts released “Heaven’s Got Nothing On You” in February of 2024.  The song is a modern-rock anthem.

The Pretty Vicious Tour continues to sprinkle its magic across several U.S. cities in the coming weeks before a Europe tour segment begins.  The U.S. dates include Barns Courtney opening for @thestruts.  

Experience the transcendence of The Struts.

Aug 16 – Indianapolis, IN
Aug 17 – Chicago, IL
Aug 18 – Minneapolis, MN
Aug 20 – Denver, CO at the Mission Ballroom
Aug 21 – Salt Lake City, UT
Aug 23 – Portland, OR
Aug 24 – Seattle, WA
Aug 25 – Vancouver, BC
Aug 27 – Reno, NV
Aug 28 – Oakland, CA
Aug 30 – Tempe, AZ
Aug 31 – Anaheim, CA
Sept 27-Oct 21 – Europe
Oct 24 – Tempe, AZ
Oct 25 – Kansas City, MO
Oct 26 – Dubuque, IA
Drummer Gethin Davies has the best energy.

Click here to see photos of The Struts from a floating musical festival in January of 2024.

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Barns Courtney opening for The Struts on 8.13.2024 in Milwaukee at The Rave.
Review article and photos by Deb Schaefer.