February is flying by, Huskies! The shortest month of the year lived up to its reputation, going by in a blur. But the snow is melting on campus, March is here and spring is on the way, bringing an end to seasonal depression and ushering in warm weather and good vibes. So why not start the party early and dance the night away at a show this weekend? That sounds like a good plan to me. If you’re celebrating the melting snow and the upcoming season, here’s the best spots to catch live music in Storrs and across Connecticut.
Friday 2/28: The Dog P0und “Sailboat EP Release Show” — Storrs
We’re starting the weekend off on a high note with this absolutely stacked show at The Dog P0und right here in Storrs on Friday, Feb. 28. The night will serve as a release show for Sailboat, the Connecticut-based screamo band who is releasing their debut extended play that night. The group highlights a mammoth six-band bill that’s a dream lineup for those who like tearing it up in the mosh pit. Joining Sailboat in the lineup is Jury, Remedies, Solace in Bloom, Teen Dating Violence and My Body Was Found in a Hollow Tree. It’s one of the most aggressive lineups that’s come together in Storrs in recent memory, so get ready to get heavy. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., music starts at 7:30 p.m. and admission is $10. No parking is available on site. For the address, message @thedogp0und on Instagram.
Friday 2/28: South Whitney Pizza — Hartford
There’s nothing like catching a show at a pizza place, especially when that spot is South Whitney Pizza in Hartford, who’s got a dynamite four-band lineup taking the stage on Friday, Feb. 28. Highlighting the bill is Second Opinion, a grunge and alternative rock-tinged group who has made regular appearances in Storrs. Also on the bill is iDani, an experimental progressive rock-inspired group who will be making their debut show. Rounding up the lineup is Where’s the Caveman and Foundations of Wednesday. Doors open at 7 p.m., music starts at 8 p.m. and there is a $10 suggested donation. All ages are welcome to attend, though attendees must be 21 or older to drink.
Saturday 3/1: The Dog P0und “Shredfest” — Storrs
If you’re in Storrs and survive the mosh pit on Friday night, then drink some Gatorade and get ready for “Shredfest” at The Dog P0und on Saturday, March 1. The night is a Warped Tour-inspired night of skate-punk and pop punk vibes, with a four-band lineup of emo, hardcore and punk bands ready to shred the night away. The lineup features Suburban Surf Club, Pull The Curtain, Sunday Morning and South of One. Every band will be making their Storrs debut, making this a great show to check out some new bands without having to leave campus. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., music starts at 7:30 p.m. and admission is $7. No parking is available on site. For the address, message @thedogp0und on Instagram.