The Dangerous Summer signed their first record deal as high school
seniors and quickly established themselves among the alt-rock
world’s elite. Passionate delivery, confessional authenticity, and
deeply resonant musical storytelling define their sound. The band
writes hooks that serve as soundtracks for important life moments for
a diverse group of listeners spread across the globe. The audience is
more family than a fanbase. The community feeling is apparent at every
gig, from Slam Dunk to Riot Fest, from touring with State Champs to
headlining shows. Reach for the Sun is the record that “shot them
into the pop-punk pantheon” (Kerrang!). Powered by unshakeable,
enduring alt-rock anthems, the Ellicott City, Maryland band’s debut
album made them heroes of the Warped Tour world, all while they carved
their own unique path. 2011’s War Paint was a
sophomore-slump-smashing follow-up. Grantland likened the “tall and
wide” riffs of 2013’s Golden Record to The Hold Steady and U2.
(“Catholic Girls” even earned The Danger Summer praise from the
famously discerning Pitchfork.) Alternative Press saluted The
Dangerous Summer as a group that stayed true to their sound, praising
the songs on their 2018 self-titled comeback album as equal parts
charismatic and addictive. 2019’s Mother Nature conjured an
emotional storm, with an uplifting bent. Underoath’s Aaron Gillespie
appeared on the 2020 EP, All That Is Left Of The Blue Sky. Produced by
Will Beasley (Turnstile, Asking Alexandria), 2022’s Coming Home
ushers in a new era for TDS. The Dangerous Summer never sacrificed
their unique, diverse sonic identity, one that appeals to fans of
everything from Kings Of Leon and Coldplay to Jimmy Eat World and
Bright Eyes. Coming Home is a triumphant summary of what The Dangerous
Summer is all about, past, present, and future. The Dangerous Summer
plus special guests Advance $20 (plus fees) // Day of Show $25 (plus
fees) Doors - 7:00 pm // Showtime - 8:00 pm // 18+ Anchor Rock Club //
247 S New York Avenue // Atlantic City NJ
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