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You've Got a Guy here, helping you find the best tickets for Braid. This highly influential emo/post-hardcore band has been shaping indie rock since the 1990s and continues to tour today. Below you’ll find a concise biography, key discography highlights, and current tour information. If you’re aiming to secure seats for a Braid show, you’ve found a reliable connection—we’ve got you covered.

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Braid emerged in the mid-1990s as part of the Midwest emo scene, blending intricate guitar work with emotionally charged lyrics. Over the years, they’ve released critically acclaimed albums that helped define the genre, while remaining active in the live circuit through the 2000s and into the present. Their catalog spans early classics to newer material that resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners.

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Braid is a distinguished emo/post-hardcore band known for weaving intricate guitar textures with melodic yet emotionally raw songwriting. The group originally formed in the mid-1990s and became part of a wave of bands that helped redefine emo with math-rock influences and indie rock sensibilities. Their early records showcased a keen ability to pair catchy melodies with intensity, laying the groundwork for a lasting impact on the genre.

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Active periods include 1993–1999, 2004, and 2011–present, reflecting a career marked by reunions and renewed energy. Their sound has evolved while maintaining the characteristic urgency that fans expect from a Braid performance. Today, their releases span from 1995’s Frankie Welfare Boy Age Five to 1996’s The Age of Octeen, 1998’s Frame & Canvas, and the 2014 return with No Coast. Frame & Canvas, in particular, stands out as a landmark emo album, cited by Kerrang!, Rolling Stone, and AltPress for its influence and enduring relevance. The 25th Anniversary Edition of Frame & Canvas was released in 2023 by Polyvinyl, underscoring the album’s lasting significance.

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Quick Facts About Braid

  • Genre: emo, post-hardcore, indie rock, math rock; active in 1993–1999, 2004, 2011–present.
  • Studio albums (latest to oldest): No Coast (2014, Topshelf); Frame & Canvas (1998, Polyvinyl); The Age of Octeen (1996, Mud); Frankie Welfare Boy Age Five (1995, Divot). Frame & Canvas was reissued as Frame & Canvas (25th Anniversary Edition) in 2023 by Polyvinyl.
  • Notable achievements: Frame & Canvas is widely cited as a landmark emo album (Kerrang!, Rolling Stone lists; AltPress 25th-anniversary coverage); Braid’s No Coast marked their first full‑length studio return in 16 years and received contemporary critical attention.
  • 2025 tour: At least one confirmed 2025 show in Chicago (Bottom Lounge, Aug 22, 2025), part of ongoing touring activity. Additional 2025 dates are not widely announced. Sources show the Chicago date and venue.
  • Social presence: Official material is centered on Braid’s Bandcamp page (braid.bandcamp.com) with links to social accounts; the band has remained active on tour and in releases.

The records

Braid Discography

  • Frame & Canvas (25th Anniversary Edition)
    2023 · Polyvinyl Records
  • No Coast
    2014 · Topshelf Records
  • Movie Music, Vol. 2
    2000 · Polyvinyl Records
  • Movie Music, Vol. 1
    2000 · Polyvinyl Records
  • Lucky to Be Alive
    2000 · Glue Factory Records
  • Frame & Canvas
    1998 · Polyvinyl Records
  • The Age of Octeen
    1996 · Mud Records
  • Frankie Welfare Boy Age Five
    1995 · Divot Records

The hits

Top Braid Songs

  • Kids Get Grids
    2015 · N/A
  • Closer to Closed
    2011 · N/A
  • Please Drive Faster
    1999 · N/A
  • First Day Back
    1997 · N/A
  • Niagra
    1997 · N/A
  • I'm Afraid Of Everything
    1996 · N/A
  • Rainsnowmatch
    1994 · N/A

Biography

Braid is a distinguished emo/post-hardcore band known for weaving intricate guitar textures with melodic yet emotionally raw songwriting. The group originally formed in the mid-1990s and became part of a wave of bands that helped redefine emo with math-rock influences and indie rock sensibilities. Their early records showcased a keen ability to pair catchy melodies with intensity, laying the groundwork for a lasting impact on the genre.

Active periods include 1993–1999, 2004, and 2011–present, reflecting a career marked by reunions and renewed energy. Their sound has evolved while maintaining the characteristic urgency that fans expect from a Braid performance. Today, their releases span from 1995’s Frankie Welfare Boy Age Five to 1996’s The Age of Octeen, 1998’s Frame & Canvas, and the 2014 return with No Coast. Frame & Canvas, in particular, stands out as a landmark emo album, cited by Kerrang!, Rolling Stone, and AltPress for its influence and enduring relevance. The 25th Anniversary Edition of Frame & Canvas was released in 2023 by Polyvinyl, underscoring the album’s lasting significance.

Discography Highlights

  • No Coast (2014, Topshelf) — A modern return to studio form after a 16-year gap between full-lengths, capturing contemporary relevance while honoring the band’s roots.
  • Frame & Canvas (1998, Polyvinyl) — Widely regarded as a landmark emo album; celebrated in Kerrang!, Rolling Stone, and AltPress coverage for its influence.
  • The Age of Octeen (1996, Mud) — An early standout that helped define the band’s signature sound.
  • Frankie Welfare Boy Age Five (1995, Divot) — An essential early release illustrating the group’s exploratory edge.
  • Frame & Canvas (25th Anniversary Edition) (2023, Polyvinyl) — Reissue that reintroduced the classic to new audiences.

Upcoming Tour Info (as of 2025)

Braid continues to tour, with at least one confirmed 2025 show in Chicago on August 22, 2025, at Bottom Lounge. The band’s camp maintains an active presence, with updates often posted via their Bandcamp page and official social channels. Date-to-date touring plans can shift, so we recommend checking for the latest announcements as venues confirm shows.

For fans looking to follow along, Braid maintains official material on Bandcamp and links to social media. We’ll include relevant official pages below for you to stay in the loop.

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