Tonguebyte Plays Aggie Theater | Northern Colorado’s Rising Bands
The Aggie Theater, nestled in the vibrant music scene of Fort Collins, Colorado, stands as an iconic proving ground for emerging musical talents. This hallowed stage, renowned as one of Fort Collins’ premier music venues, has witnessed an eclectic spectrum of acts, ranging from local gems to chart-topping superstars. With its intimate capacity of 650, the Aggie Theater provides an intimate musical experience.
In the latest chapter of its illustrious journey, the Aggie welcomed back the local sensations, Tonguebyte, under its gleaming lights. This time, Tonguebyte seized the role of one of the opening acts, sharing the bill with none other than the Canadian indie rock band, Fleece, on their United States tour.
For those in the know, Tonguebyte’s performance at the Aggie Theater is nothing new. These seasoned musicians have graced the Aggie’s stage on multiple occasions, cultivating a fervent and dedicated fan base that packed the dance floor in anticipation.
Tonguebyte over the years has released two EP’s, Heart in a Glass Jar and their latest release Portals. They have also released several singles that include, White Rabbit (2022), David (2020) as well as the single I Remember (2018). The song they closed with was the ever popular, Hot Vodka, off of their 2020 album, Heart in a Glass Jar.
Tonguebyte, with their electrifying concoction of styles that veer from electric to upbeat, and from jazzy to profoundly emotional, worked their magic on the Monday night crowd. Frontman JJ Maestas channeled raw emotion and energy through his potent vocals and guitar prowess.
Bo Brooks, on the saxophone, spun mesmerizing, groove-laden melodies that added an extra layer of sonic depth to the band’s musical tapestry. Drummer Diego Lucero laid down thunderous rhythms that infused the setlist with an irresistible excitement. Ben Eberle, sculpted hyperactive bass lines that brought each song to life. Not to be overlooked, Connor, a recent addition to the ensemble, injected an electrifying dimension to the performance on rhythm guitar.
Tonguebyte delivered a night of sonic alchemy that left no foot untapped and no soul untouched. It was a testament to the boundless potential of Northern Colorado’s rising stars, proving that their journey through the Aggie Theater is far from over.
If you are just learning about Tonguebyte, we encourage you to check out their music on a variety of different platforms. To make things easy, we’ve linked all of their main profiles below. Hope to see you at the next Tonguebyte show!
