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You’ve got a guy for premium tickets to The Bad Plus. From a 2000 piano trio origin to a modern quartet, this acclaimed group has shaped contemporary jazz with fearless improvisation, intricate composition, and dynamic live performances. Whether you’ve followed them since the early 2000s or are new to their spectrum of complex emotions and bold melodies, we’ve got you covered with up-to-date tour info and dependable seating options.

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Formed in Minneapolis in 2000 by Ethan Iverson, Reid Anderson, and David King, The Bad Plus evolved into a quartet in 2021 with Ben Monder on guitar and Chris Speed on sax. Their 2024 release Complex Emotions on Mack Avenue marks the quartet’s second Mack Avenue album, featuring original material crafted by the current lineup. The band announced that 2026 will be their farewell year, with a series of North American farewell shows, so this is a moment to catch them live.

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Across a broad tour history—including a 2025 circuit that touched Traverse City, Detroit, Madison, Chicago, Aurora, Portsmouth, Holyoke, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, Richmond, and a Dakota residency in Minneapolis—the Bad Plus continues to blend fearless improvisation with accessible melodies, challenging listeners while inviting them to the groove. Read on for a deeper look at their story, notable recordings, and how to lock in seats for upcoming performances.

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The Bad Plus’ catalog spans more than 18 releases, reflecting a career that has consistently pushed jazz forward while staying rooted in vibrant, crowd-pleasing performances. Highlights include 2010’s Never Stop, 2003’s These Are the Vistas, 2012’s Made Possible, and the 2019 Activate Infinity. In 2022 they released a self-titled quartet album on Edition, further cementing their evolution in sound and approach. For the latest dates, venue details, and to secure tickets, plug into Gold Coast Tickets—the voice you can trust for straightforward, reliable access to live jazz that delivers.

The live experience

What reaches the room

Socials & official sites: The Bad Plus maintains active updates and tour announcements across their platforms and official site. Follow and connect for firsthand news, setlists, and backstage glimpses:

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The essentials

Quick Facts About The Bad Plus

  • Formed in 2000 as a piano trio (Ethan Iverson, Reid Anderson, David King); later became a quartet with Ben Monder (guitar) and Chris Speed (sax) in 2021.
  • 2024 release: Complex Emotions, Mack Avenue; marks the quartet’s second Mack Avenue album and features original material by the current lineup.
  • 2026 will be The Bad Plus’ final year, with farewell shows planned across North America (announced by the band on their official site).
  • Extensive touring in 2025 included Traverse City (Alluvion), Detroit (Cliff Bell’s), Madison (Atwood), Chicago (Constellation), Aurora (The Venue), Portsmouth (Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club), Holyoke (De La Luz Soundstage), Washington, DC (The Hamilton), Philadelphia (Solar Myth), Richmond (The Broadberry), and a multi‑show Dakota residency in Minneapolis.
  • Discography spans 18+ releases, including 2022’s self‑titled quartet album (Edition), 2019’s Activate Infinity, and 2010’s Never Stop, with earlier classic titles such as These Are the Vistas (2003) and Made Possible (2012).

The records

The Bad Plus Discography

  • Complex Emotions
    2024 · Mack Avenue
  • The Bad Plus
    2022 · Edition Records
  • Activate Infinity
    2019 · Edition
  • Never Stop II
    2018 · Legbreaker
  • It's Hard
    2016 · Okeh
  • The Bad Plus Joshua Redman
    2015 · Nonesuch
  • Inevitable Western
    2014 · Okeh
  • The Rite of Spring
    2014 · Masterworks
  • Made Possible
    2012 · EmArcy
  • Never Stop
    2010 · EmArcy
  • For All I Care
    2009 · EmArcy
  • Prog
    2007 · EmArcy
  • Suspicious Activity?
    2005 · Columbia
  • Blunt Object: Live in Tokyo
    2005 · Sony
  • Give
    2004 · Columbia
  • These Are the Vistas
    2003 · Columbia
  • The Bad Plus
    2001 · Fresh Sound New Talent
  • Authorized Bootleg: New York 12/16/01
    2002 · Self-Released
  • The Bad Plus
    2001 · Fresh Sound New Talent

The Bad Plus’ catalog spans more than 18 releases, reflecting a career that has consistently pushed jazz forward while staying rooted in vibrant, crowd-pleasing performances. Highlights include 2010’s Never Stop, 2003’s These Are the Vistas, 2012’s Made Possible, and the 2019 Activate Infinity. In 2022 they released a self-titled quartet album on Edition, further cementing their evolution in sound and approach. For the latest dates, venue details, and to secure tickets, plug into Gold Coast Tickets—the voice you can trust for straightforward, reliable access to live jazz that delivers.

Socials & official sites: The Bad Plus maintains active updates and tour announcements across their platforms and official site. Follow and connect for firsthand news, setlists, and backstage glimpses:

Need help securing seats for a specific venue or date? We’re here to help you find the right seats, compare options, and complete your purchase with a friendly, no-pressure process.

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