Straight Jacket Tickets

Straight Jacket emerged in the mid-1990s from Albany, New York, riding the wave of a thriving local hardcore and metal scene. Known for blending emotional hardcore with metal influences, they’ve been a touchstone in the Albany HC sound of that era. This page collects their story, key releases, and upcoming live appearances, including milestone shows that celebrate three decades of their impact on the region’s heavy music landscape.

Whether you discovered them through regional compilations or the band’s self-titled 1999 release, there’s a clear throughline: intense riffs, urgent vocals, and a willingness to push the limits of hardcore with metal texture. We’ve got you covered with trustworthy ticket access for upcoming shows, plus context on where Straight Jacket sits within the broader Albany scene.

Biography at a glance: Formed in the mid-1990s in Albany, NY, Straight Jacket became part of a strong local hardcore/metal ecosystem. Their sound sits at the intersection of emotional hardcore and metal, a hallmark of the Albany scene from that era. The band released a self-titled full-length — Straight Jacket — in 1999 on Step Up Presents, contributing to regional compilations like Common Ground and United We Stand, and appearing on the Losing Face compilation in 1998. After years apart, they reunited for a one-off show on March 9, 2024 at Empire Live in Albany, and 2025 marks their 30th anniversary with a special show planned for October 4, 2025 at Empire Live. Look for archival material on Gregory Kennedy’s Bandcamp and extensive local coverage on 518scene.

For fans and newcomers alike, we’ve got you with secure, straightforward access to tickets for upcoming Straight Jacket performances. Stay connected with the band’s official channels for the latest news and show dates.