Unwound | 30 Years of The Future of What Tour
Unwound is coming to the Momentary!
Back on tour after a 20-year hiatus, the post-hardcore powerhouse is bursting out of the garage and into downtown Bentonville for the 30th anniversary of their acclaimed album, The Future of What.
Whether you’re a veteran of the scene or a new listener discovering Unwound for the first time, come and enjoy as they rip up the RØDE House stage.
Opening the night’s performance is Little Rock–based OrOrOr.
See you there.
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*Student tickets available to guests with a valid student ID, presented upon entry.
** Premium Group Seating tickets admission for four (you + three guests), a reserved table in a designated seating area, and dedicated table service. Limited quantity available.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
UNWOUND
Born in 1991 in the Pacific Northwest as the Riot Grrl and grunge musico-social movements took hold of underground pop culture, Unwound leveled their small corner of the ‘90s punk scene with a scathing futuristic barrage of noise. One of the flagship bands of the Kill Rock Stars label, the band also released material on iconic labels such as Gravity, Troubleman Unlimited, and Matador over their initial 10-year run. A notoriously relentless touring act, Unwound temporarily ended their endless adventure on April 1st, 2002, after a tumultuous year of societal and personal breakdowns and breakups.
In 2012, Unwound began an aggressive re-issue campaign with The Numero Group, introducing the band’s extensive catalog to a new generation of listeners. While the new attention on the band inspired the members to consider a reunion, it never happened, however the idea didn’t disappear altogether. Still, after the devastating death of bass player Vern Rumsey in 2020 and as the world halted under the Covid pandemic, everything Unwound came to a stop.
The passage of time and Vern’s absence only made the idea of circling back stronger. In April of 2022, almost 20 years to the day since their last show, Unwound held its first official practice with a new lineup that included Jared Warren (KARP, Melvins, and Big Business) on bass and Scott Seckington (Nocturnal Habits, Two Ton Boa, and Old Haunts) on second guitar.
Starting in January of 2023, the new iteration of Unwound burst out of the garage and played a number of sold-out shows across the US and an amazing run at the Primavera Festival in Spain and Portugal. The crowds were a mix of old fans nodding their heads in the back of the theater and a new generation of rockers pining for a real, live noise band they had mostly experienced online. 2024 saw the band play their 1994 album New Plastic Ideas in its entirety and their first tour in Australia.
Due to the success of these shows and the demand from the rest of the world, 2025 has Unwound continuing their tour in North America for the 30th anniversary of their highly acclaimed album The Future of What, and will finally be returning to Japan and Europe.
OrOrOr
Little Rock-based OrOrOr (pronounced “Or”) is an aggregate of innumerable inspirations and multiple years of founding members Everett Hagen and Jack Sherman Lloyd experimenting with drum machines and swampy guitar sounds following decades playing in diverse bands in the South. Ultimately evolving into a five-piece live act, OrOrOr’s psychedelic, post-punk sound is both propulsive and lush, balanced by a penchant for dynamics and lopsided grooves. The group eagerly awaits the release of their first full-length record, Adore Us, out later this year.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Entry: Entry to the concert is located just west of the parking garage. Please be ready to show your mobile/printed tickets along with a valid ID.
- Re-entry: No re-entry is allowed for this show.
- Parking: Please park in our parking garage located next to the 8th Street Market at 801 SE 8th Street, or in the gravel lot next to the Momentary building.
- Note: There is an 8′ height limit for the garage.
- Seating: With the exception of Premium Group Seating this is a standing room only show.
- Bag Policy: You can bring one clear bag into the venue that is not larger than 12” x 6” x 12”, or a single one-gallon plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar). Exceptions for diaper bags, medical devices, and media apply—learn more here.
- In addition, you can also carry a small clutch purse, no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”, with or without a handle or strap.
- Bags will be screened as you enter. Security has final say on what is and isn’t permitted.
- Fun Food and Drink: Hungry or thirsty? Enjoy fun beverages from the RØDE Bar before and during the show. No outside food or beverages will be allowed.
- Cashless Event: Bring your credit or debit cards as we’re 100% cash-less.
- Photos and Video: For this performance, no cameras will be permitted in the venue (phones are OK). Please leave all cameras, including point-and-shoot cameras, GoPros, tablets, professional cameras, drones, selfie sticks, tripods, detachable lenses, and audio or video recording devices at home.
For a complete list of guidelines, see our full Concert and Festival Rules.
BRING
- Valid ID and tickets to present upon entry.
- Water fountains will be available filling stations. Empty plastic water bottles are encouraged to help stay hydrated. (No glass, metal, or opaque plastic containers.)
- Bring your credit or debit cards. The concert is 100% cash-less.
- One clear bag no bigger than 12” x 6” x 12”, or a single one-gallon plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar). You may also carry a small clutch purse, no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”, with or without a handle or strap.
- All clear bags and clutch purses will be screened prior to entry. Security has final say on which bags will be permitted.
DON’T BRING
- No outside food and drink, large bags, coolers, or ice chests.
- No folding chairs or blankets. This show is standing room only.
- No weapons or firearms of any kind are allowed, even if you have a permit.
- No laser pointers, glow sticks, and illuminating objects.
- No fireworks, fuel, or explosive materials of any kind.
- No skateboards, scooters, or wheeled devices other than ADA-compliant transport.
- No kites, frisbees, inflatables, or air horns.
- No illegal substances of any kind.
- No smoking or vaping will be allowed outside of designated smoking areas.
- No pets.
- No posters, signs, or promotional materials. Flyers and other promotional materials cannot be distributed on Momentary property without prior approval.
- No cameras or recording devices.
- Prohibited items will not be admitted or checked. Please leave these items at home or in your locked vehicle.