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Formed by guitarist/composer Omar Rodríguez-López and singer/lyricist Cedric Bixler-Zavala, The Mars Volta rose from the ashes of El Paso punk-rock firebrands At The Drive-In in 2001. On a mission to “honour our roots and honour our dead”, The Mars Volta made music that fused the Latin sounds Rodríguez-López was raised on with the punk and underground noise he and Bixler-Zavala had immersed themselves in for years, and the futuristic visions they were tapping into. See them live at Soma this Saturday!

Alternative rock legends Say Anything and Motion City Soundtrack reunite for their first co-headlining tour in almost exactly 15 years, bringing their genre-defining pop-punk and emo sounds to San Diego. Minneapolis' Motion City Soundtrack showcases tracks from their 2025 comeback album "The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World," while Say Anything delivers their signature caustic wit and emotional intensity from new release "...Is Committed." Experience this nostalgic yet revitalized celebration of mid-2000s alternative rock at Soma on December 6th!

Canadian rapper bbno$ (baby no money) brings his viral hit-making prowess with billion-streaming anthem "Lalala" and 2025 Juno Fan Choice Award win. Known for his playful wordplay and minimalist beats that conquered TikTok. See him at Soma on Monday, February 23!