Heroin Sheiks Tickets

Heroin Sheiks formed in New York City in 1999, carving out a niche in the noise rock and experimental scenes. With a rotating lineup anchored by Shannon Selberg on vocals and keyboard and Norman Westberg on guitar (famously tied to Swans), the project became known for its harrowing, marshy textures and confrontational energy. Over the years, the band released a series of influential records on labels like Amphetamine Reptile and Reptilian, earning critical notice from outlets such as Pitchfork and CMJ.

We’ve got you covered with a concise bio, a look at their discography, and an honest update on touring status. If you’re looking to reminisce on late-90s/early-2000s noise rock, or to explore a key, if intermittently active, project from the NYC scene, this page is your insider-access guide.

Heroin Sheiks' catalog showcases a progression from abrasive, industrial-tinged noise to more layered and experimental textures. The band's most recent studio release, Journey to the End of the Knife (2008, Amphetamine Reptile), follows earlier boundary-pushing records—Out of Aferica (2005, Reptilian), Siamese Pipe (2002, Rubric), and Rape on the Installment Plan (2000, Reptilian). Critical commentary, including Pitchfork’s review of Siamese Pipe and CMJ New Music Monthly’s description of the same album as a 'marshy fun-house of noise rock,' helps place their work in the broader noise-rock canon.

As of now, there are no 2025 tour dates listed, and the band is generally considered inactive since their last recording in 2008. Still, for fans and newcomers alike, Heroin Sheiks represent a vital chapter in New York’s experimental rock story. For updates, follow official channels or Bandcamp releases to catch any rumors, reissues, or archival performances that surface from time to time.

Official social channels and one-stop access points include their official site and Bandcamp page, with streaming available on Apple Music. We’ve got you covered with direct, reputable links below so you can explore safely and easily.