Erik Sanko Tickets

Erik Sanko is a prolific American musician, songwriter, and performer whose work spans rock, experimental, and multidisciplinary theatre. As a founding member of Skeleton Key and a collaborator across diverse projects, Sanko has helped shape a sound that blends thoughtful lyricism with adventurous arrangements. He is also a co-founder and composer for Phantom Limb Company, a multidisciplinary puppetry and theatre collective, and leads or participates in contemporary projects like Knife Thrower and SQURL. This page offers a detailed look at his biography, discography, and current touring activity.

While Erik Sanko’s solo work explores intimate storytelling across Past Imperfect (2001) and Present Tense (2001, Jetset Records), along with Puppet Boy (2016, Bandcamp/self-released), his work with Skeleton Key brought wider recognition. Notably, Fantastic Spikes Through Balloon earned a Grammy nomination for its artwork in 1998, and Gravity Is the Enemy won the Independent Music Awards Best Eclectic Album (2013). For fans and newcomers, following his ongoing projects—Phantom Limb Company, Knife Thrower, and SQURL—offers a window into Sanko’s ever-evolving artistic vision. Stay tuned for live performances and theatre collaborations, with current activity centered around Phantom Limb’s Falling Out and related grant-supported tours. Connect with Erik’s latest updates on official channels below and secure your seats when new dates are announced.