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Comprised of guitarist Mike Kinsella (Cap'n Jazz, Joan of Arc, Owls), guitarist Steve Holmes, and drummer Steve Lamos, American Football formed at the University of Illinois in 1997. After writing and practicing for about one year, they released a 3-song CDEP on Polyvinyl in October 1998. The band played a few shows around the Midwest and then recorded a self-titled album, which Polyvinyl released in September 1999. Following the release, American Football played a few more shows in the Midwest and one show at New York University. About a year after the album had been released, the band became primarily a studio project before its members mutually decided to quit recording together. In 2014, Polyvinyl reissued the band's debut album, which included an entire bonus disc featuring never-before heard demos and live recordings. Shortly after this, the 3 original members decided to reunite for a few special performances (now with Nate Kinsella on bass), all of which sold out immediately. These reunion shows sparked the idea of writing new music together. In 2016, with Nate now a permanent member, the group released their long-anticipated second album, American Football. The album was well-received and led the band to play more shows all over the world. In the span of a few years, American Football went from being a "reunion band" to an actual band - a bona fide ongoing focus for 4 musicians making some of the best music of their lives. 2019 saw the release of the band's third self-titled full-length album, which features guest vocals from Paramore's Hayley Williams, Slowdive's Rachel Goswell, and Land of Talk's Elizabeth Powell.
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Nate Kinsella, Mike Kinsella, Steve Holmes, Steve Lamos
Best show of my year. They make it seem effortless. I can't remember the last time a band gave me shivers.
Palem Studio Jakarta, IndonesiaRopey start due to sone amateur mixing but quickly got into their groove and finished strong in the second half.
Barrowland Ballroom Glasgow, United KingdomExperiencing this live was truly a witnessing art come to life. A night I will never forget!!!
The Regency Ballroom San Francisco, CAAmerican Football was great. Opening act Tomberlin, wasn't given enough respect. Bunch of drunkards being rude.
White Oak Music Hall Houston, TX100% one of the coolest experiences!! and the openers were totally angelic, overall an awesome experience
The Masquerade Atlanta, GAYes, American Football is currently on tour. If you're interested in attending an upcoming American Football concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The American Football tour is scheduled for 44 dates across 37 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2026-2027 with Hypebot.
American Football is scheduled to play 44 shows between 2026-2027. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
American Football's tour starts Jun 21, 2026 and ends on Dec 20, 2026. They will play 37 cities; their most recent concert was held in Köln at Live Music Hall and their next upcoming concert will be in Washington at 9:30 Club.
As part of the American Football tour, American Football is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:
