The French Tips Tickets

The French Tips are a Boise-based dance-punk/garage rock trio known for blending post-punk grit with disco fizz, pop hooks, funk energy, surf swagger, and doo-wop sway. Consisting of Angela Heileson, Rachel Couch, and Ivy Merrell, the band crafts high-energy live sets that fuse catchy melodies with sharp, rebellious riffs. Since releasing music independently, they’ve built a loyal following across the Northwest and Europe, earning praise for their unhinged live shows and fearless approach to genre-blending.

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Biography: The French Tips emerged from Boise’s vibrant music scene, delivering a blend of dance-punk, garage rock, and influences from post-punk, disco, pop, funk, surf, and doo-wop. The trio—Angela Heileson, Rachel Couch, and Ivy Merrell—has developed a reputation for combustible live performances, witty stage banter, and a DIY ethos that shines across their independent releases.

Discography Highlights: - All The Rage (2022) — Independent release featuring bold, danceable tracks with a raw, garage-ready edge. - It’s the Tips (2019) — Early collection that laid the groundwork for their signature hybrid sound.

Lead Singles & Key Tracks: - Halo (2022) - Pretty Killer (2021) - Farewell (2022) - Bloom (2022) - Rearview (2022) and Rearview (Pink Sky Remix) (2023) These singles showcase their knack for punchy hooks, dynamic shifts, and infectious energy.

Touring & Live Highlights: The French Tips have toured with Built To Spill (2022) and opened for Tacocat, Death Valley Girls, Sleater-Kinney, and Amyl & The Sniffers. They’ve performed internationally, including European shows, and made a notable appearance at Treefort Music Fest in Boise. In 2025, look for Shrine Social Club shows in Boise, with Treefort Music Fest 2026 appearances listed as part of their ongoing regional and international touring schedule.