The Detroit-based post-punk band Protomartyr has announced a series of special performances to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their acclaimed 2015 album, 'The Agent Intellect'. The band will play the album in its entirety at shows scheduled for the United States and Europe later this year.
In addition to the anniversary tour, the band has also released a new live album titled 'Pin Eyes Under the Alder', which captures their performance at the Pickathon festival in 2016. The release is currently available exclusively on vinyl.
Key Takeaways
- Protomartyr will perform their 2015 album 'The Agent Intellect' in full to mark its 10th anniversary.
- Two U.S. shows are scheduled for December: Chicago's Thalia Hall on the 15th and Brooklyn's Warsaw on the 19th.
- An extensive European tour will precede the U.S. dates, with multiple stops in November.
- The band has released a new vinyl-only live album, 'Pin Eyes Under the Alder', from a 2016 performance.
- There is no official news regarding a follow-up to their 2023 studio album, 'Formal Growth in the Desert'.
U.S. Anniversary Shows Confirmed
Protomartyr will bring the anniversary celebration of 'The Agent Intellect' to two major U.S. cities in December. These performances will feature a complete, track-by-track playthrough of the fan-favorite album.
The first show is scheduled for Monday, December 15, at Thalia Hall in Chicago, Illinois. Following that, the band will travel to the East Coast for a performance at Warsaw in Brooklyn, New York, on Friday, December 19. Both events are set to begin at 7:00 PM local time.
Ticket Information
Tickets for both the Chicago and Brooklyn shows will be available to the public starting Friday, October 10, at 10:00 AM local time for each respective city. Fans are advised to check official ticketing platforms for purchasing details.
Extensive European Tour in November
Prior to the U.S. dates, Protomartyr will embark on a comprehensive European tour throughout November, also centered around 'The Agent Intellect' anniversary. The tour includes 13 dates across seven countries, with multiple-night residencies in several cities.
The European leg kicks off in the Netherlands and will travel through Germany, Belgium, and France before concluding with several dates in the United Kingdom and Ireland. This tour offers European fans a chance to experience the influential album performed live in its entirety.
Complete European Tour Schedule:
- Nov 3: Poppodium 013 - Tilburg, Netherlands
- Nov 4: Vera - Groningen, Netherlands
- Nov 5: Venue TBD - Berlin, Germany
- Nov 6: Gleis 22 - Münster, Germany
- Nov 7: Sonic City Festival 2025 - Kortrijk, Belgium
- Nov 8: Trabendo - Paris, France
- Nov 10: Brudenell Social Club - Leeds, United Kingdom
- Nov 11: Brudenell Social Club - Leeds, United Kingdom
- Nov 12: Institute Of Contemporary Arts - London, United Kingdom
- Nov 13: Institute Of Contemporary Arts - London, United Kingdom
- Nov 14: Whelan’s - Dublin, Ireland
- Nov 15: Whelan’s - Dublin, Ireland
About 'The Agent Intellect'
Released on October 9, 2015, 'The Agent Intellect' is the third studio album by Protomartyr. The record was met with widespread critical acclaim upon its release and is often cited as a significant work in the modern post-punk genre. It solidified the band's reputation for Joe Casey's distinctive lyrical style and the group's tense, atmospheric instrumentation.
New Live Album 'Pin Eyes Under the Alder'
Alongside the tour announcement, Protomartyr has released a new live album for their dedicated fanbase. The album, titled 'Pin Eyes Under the Alder', was recorded during the band's appearance at the Pickathon music festival in 2016.
This release provides a snapshot of the band's powerful live energy from that era. According to the announcement, 'Pin Eyes Under the Alder' is a vinyl-only release, making it a special collector's item for audiophiles and long-time followers of the band. It is available for order through designated music retailers.
Future Plans and Recent Work
While the focus is currently on celebrating their 2015 milestone, fans are also looking toward the future. As of now, the band has not provided any updates on a potential new studio album.
Their most recent full-length record was 2023's 'Formal Growth in the Desert', which continued their streak of critically well-received projects. The band has remained creatively active, but any information regarding a follow-up to their sixth studio album remains pending. For now, the anniversary shows and the new live vinyl serve as the primary focus for the remainder of the year.