We♥KC! October 14-16, 2025 Upcoming concerts / shows (Kansas City, MO / Lawrence, KS metro)
We spoke of Rush reuniting and playing shows next summer in our last installment, but little did we realize that singer/bassist Geddy Lee made a Saturday stop in KC to promote his new baseball book at the Negro Leagues Museum. Attendance was crowded, but Lee was nice in signing and posing for pics, from all reports.
Not sure why Rush didn’t book The Sphere in Las Vegas so the fans could come to them and they could take more advantage of the visuals, but No Doubt will play six shows (likely more, if demand is there) next May, at the world’s most expensive venue.
Of course, Taylor is back in town to catch the Chiefs/Lions game, in-between all the promo for her record-setting new album, and we send our sympathies to the family of John Lodge of The Moody Blues, who passed away suddenly earlier in the week- “I know you’re out there somewhere.”
Let’s take look at the Kansas City / Lawrence KS metro musical happenings for the Weeknights of October 14th, 15th, 16th.
(ticket hyperlinks are embedded in each show’s headline)
TUESDAY OCTOBER 14
Kublai Khan TX w Drain, Gideon Guilt Trip, Oct 14, Uptown, $38-$76
Rising hardcore band Kublai Khan TX, will put their Exhibition of Prowess on display on tour in support of their latest album of that name, supported by Drain, Gideon and Guilt Trip.
It’s a month-long jaunt that started in Sayreville, NJ on September 21st, and will wraps October 26th at the Hollywood Palladium in LA. Their longtime guitarist Nolan Ashley recently announced he’d exited their lineup following physical challenges following a 2023 disc replacement surgery, and is no longer able to perform live. The band are moving forward with guitarist Nicholas Adams (formerly of Justice For the Damned).
“Since my disc replacement surgery and the extensive physical therapy that followed, I’ve faced challenges I never anticipated,” Ashley wrote. “Unfortunately, my grip strength hasn’t returned, and I can no longer play the songs I helped write live. It’s a difficult goodbye-not the one I ever imagined for myself- but I know this is the right decision.”
In This Moment w Dayseeker, The Funeral Portrait, DED Oct 14, Midland, $63-$114
The LA alt-metal band is out on a spanning 2025 Black Mass Tour, hitting 23 cities through October, bringing along special guests Dayseeker at select dates as well as The Funeral Portrait and DED.
Their eighth studio album Godmode [BMG] is a 10-song record featuring the lead single “The Purge” their cover of Björk’s “Army of Me,” and “Damaged” which features Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills. ITM also has a recent single, “Heretic”, featuring Kim Dracula. Dayseeker also recently returned with new track” Pale Moonlight,” having finished recording their sixth album in March.
Since coming to life in 2005, the Grammy® Award-nominated act In This Moment have presided over a diehard fan base and are led by front woman Maria Brink—joined by co-founder and lead guitarist Chris Howorth, bassist Travis Johnson, guitarist Randy Weitzel, and drummer Kent Diimmel.
Dayseeker— Rory Rodriguez [vocals], Gino Sgambelluri [guitar], Ramone Valerio [bass], and Zac Mayfield [drums] has an upcoming new album, Creature In The Black Night, released October 24 via Spinefarm.
Atlanta’s Emo-rock revivalist The Funeral Portrait released a deluxe edition of its latest album, 2024’s “Greetings from Suffocate City,” on June 13 via Better Noise Music.
Ded has a new album, Resent released last month via UNFD with lead single “Purpose: Be Myself”
Tina! The Tina Turner Musical, Oct 14, Lied Center- Lawrence, $24-$65
Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall, this is an uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA–The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the queen of rock ‘n’ roll. Set to the soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters.
One of the world’s bestselling artists of all time, Tina Turner won 12 Grammy Awards, and her live shows sold more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history. We saw the touring show last December in Kansas City and were thoroughly entertained.
Marcus King, Oct 14, Liberty Hall-Lawrence, $57-$179
The Marcus King Band is out in support of Darling Blue, out via American Records as the group’s first record since 2018’s Carolina Confessions. The range of styles they’ve mastered through the years, include country, psych-rock, electric blues, jam and classic R&B which all mix into a searing and soulful sound.
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 15
THURSDAY OCTOBER 16
Murder by Death w William Elliott Whitmore, Oct 16- Liberty Hall-Lawrence, $35-$50 (sold out?)
After 25 years of making music, indie-rock band Murder By Death is bidding farewell with their final tour in 2025. The band will be touring through November, after kicking off on June 7 in Bloomington, IN. Murder By Death has been known for their passionate fan base and a DIY spirit, never chasing mainstream fame but always staying true to their roots.
Lead vocalist Adam Turla reflected on the band’s long journey, expressing deep gratitude for the fans who supported them, even when the music industry didn’t give them the recognition they deserved. Though the band is saying goodbye to the road, they are also still working on a final album.
Laveda, Oct 16, minibar, $15.44
The 2025 Laveda tour is a month-long, nationwide tour promoting their third album, Love, Darla, which was released on September 12 via Bar/None Records and features lead single, “Strawberry.” The band, now based in Brooklyn, is a noise rock/shoegaze group with a sound described as a blend of 1980s punk and 1990s rock, with influences from bands like Hole and The Breeders.
Guitarist Jake Brooks notes: “Strawberry” started as a jam between Ali [Genevich, vocalist] on bass and me on guitar. We sent it to Joe [Taurone, drums] and he completely expanded it into this sick drum part. Playing unfinished music live helped us discover what made the songs tick. It was an integral part of shaping the entire record.”
Sego w Social Cinema, Oct 16, Encore at Uptown, $22.45
Utah bred and LA-based art-punks, Sego first caught the attention with their penchant for avant-garde grooves helming indie-pop hooks, as well as their experimental live shows. Sego (Spencer, Thomas, Derv, and Kathleen) has just started releasing tunes from their third full-length album.
Midwest (Wichita/Lincoln) formed alternative rock band Social Cinema, just released their debut album, Don’t Get Lost, earlier this month after forming in 2021 and releasing two previous EPs and a compilation of singles. The band is made up of guitarist and vocalist Griffin Bush, keyboardist and vocalist Mari Crisler, guitarist Reed Tiwald, bassist Austin Engler and drummer Logan Bush.
National / International act coming through the Midwest / Kansas City area? Please email details to johnc@weheartmusic.com with a good lead time to be considered for Show Preview and Show Coverage consideration.