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Published on 2026-03-09
Rising Progressive Jam Quartet Expands into Music Halls, Colorado Return & Phish Summer After-Parties
Big Shrimp is hitting the road this spring with the announcement of their nationwide “It’s As Shrimple As That Tour 2026.” The 30+ date run marks the band’s biggest headlining push yet. Presented by Sage Entertainment, the tour showcases the band’s continued evolution from club favorites to emerging music hall headliners, highlighted by marquee plays at Richmond Music Hall, The Aggie Theatre (Fort Collins), Cervantes’ Other Side (Denver), Garcia’s (Chicago), and Mercury Lounge (New York City).
The tour supports a wave of new original music — including the singles “Rex” and “Alcaworkholic” — with more studio tracks forthcoming from the band’s debut full-length album, currently in production.
In addition to their headline run, Big Shrimp will host five Phish Summer Tour pre- and after-parties across the East Coast and beyond, further cementing their growing presence within the national jam community.
Formed in 2024, Big Shrimp has quickly established itself as one of the most exciting young acts in progressive improvisational rock. Blending dance-driven funk, exploratory rock, and fearless live improvisation, the quartet — Jared Sage Cowen (guitar/vocals), Max Perrotti (bass/vocals), Daniel Cohen (keys/vocals), and Henry Thomas (drums/vocals) — has built a reputation for high-octane performances and adventurous songwriting.
Their growing national buzz includes placement on Spotify’s Modern Jam Band editorial playlist; recognition on Grateful Web’s Top 12 Upcoming Jam Bands to Watch in 2026; festival appearances including Northlands Festival alongside Umphrey’s McGee, moe., and Corey Wong; support slots for Spafford, Eggy, Big Something, and Magic Beans; and a sold-out Phish MSG After Party in December 2025.
Late 2025 saw the release of The Prawno Tapes, Vol. 3, the band’s third live album, documenting highlights from an expansive national run. That momentum now carries into 2026 as the band transitions into larger rooms and new markets.
“We’re insanely energized about this tour and the new music we’re creating,” says guitarist Jared Sage Cowen. “Only a year and a half into this journey, the chemistry we’re finding on stage each night feels truly special. We’re deep into making our debut album, and the way crowds have been giving that energy right back to us has pushed everything to another level. This run feels like a big step forward.”
Select highlights include Richmond Music Hall (Richmond, VA); Garcia’s (Chicago, IL); Mercury Lounge (New York, NY); The Aggie Theatre (Fort Collins, CO); Cervantes’ Other Side (Denver, CO); and Buffalo Iron Works (Buffalo, NY). The band will also perform three co-bill shows with rising jam act Tand.
Shrimp at the Bay (June 5–6, Alexandria Bay, NY) will feature exclusive VIP packages including a bonus set (TBA) and a limited-edition poster.
Tickets are available at: https://bigshrimpband.com/tour
March 19 — Richmond, VA — Richmond Music Hall | Support: JBB
March 20 — Charleston, SC — Charleston Pour House (Deck Stage) | Eggy Pre-Party
March 21 — Asheville, NC — One Stop at Asheville Music Hall | moe. After-Party
March 27 — New York, NY — Mercury Lounge | Support: Strawberry Sun
March 28 — Hartford, CT — Arch Street Tavern
March 29 — Randolph, NJ — The Nest
April 3 — Spring City, PA — The Gem Music Hall | Support: Catullus
April 4 — Washington, DC — Pearl Street Warehouse | Support: Wild, The Neighbors
April 10 — East Stroudsburg, PA — Sarah Street Grill | Dogs in a Pile After-Party
April 11 — Albany, NY — Ophelia’s | Support: Ryan Dempsey (Twiddle)
April 15 — Columbus, OH — Summit Music Hall | Co-Bill w/ Tand
April 16 — Toledo, OH — The Blarney Event Center | Co-Bill w/ Tand
April 17 — Grand Rapids, MI — The Phillmore
April 18 — Appleton, WI — Appleton Beer Factory | Co-Bill w/ Chestnut Grove
April 19 — Chicago, IL — Garcia’s | Co-Bill w/ Tand
May 2 — Newmarket, NH — The Stone Church
May 7 — Cincinnati, OH — Stanley’s Pub
May 8 — Louisville, KY — Mellwood Tavern
May 9 — Indianapolis, IN — The Mousetrap | Support: The Po-Boys
May 14 — Pittsburgh, PA — Pittsburgh Winery
May 15 — Frostburg, MD — Dante’s
May 16 — Plains, PA — River Street Jazz Cafe
May 28 — Fort Collins, CO — The Aggie Theatre | Support: Third Turn
May 29 — Denver, CO — Cervantes’ Other Side | Co-Bill w/ Eminence Ensemble | Support: The Elegant Plums
May 30 — Manitou Springs, CO — Armadillo Ranch
May 31 — Golden, CO — Goosetown Station
June 4 — Buffalo, NY — Buffalo Iron Works | Support: Tsavo Highway
June 5 — Alexandria Bay, NY — Riverboat Bar | Shrimp at the Bay
June 6 — Alexandria Bay, NY — Riverboat Bar | Shrimp at the Bay
We’ve Got It Shrimple — Phish Summer Tour Parties
July 14 — Savannah, GA — Broughton Street Bowl & Brew | Phish After-Party
July 17 — Raleigh, NC — Bowstring Brewyard | Free Phish Pre-Party
July 18 — Columbia, MD — Banditos | Phish After-Party
July 25 — TBA | Phish Pre-Party
August 1 — Boston, MA — The Cantab Lounge | Phish After-Party
Big Shrimp is a progressive improvised rock quartet from Bridgeport, Connecticut, blending funk grooves, exploratory rock textures, and high-energy improvisation into a sound that is both intricate and infectious. With a debut studio album currently in production and an expanding national footprint, Big Shrimp is positioning itself as one of the fastest-rising young acts in the jam scene.
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Website: https://bigshrimpband.com
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