Joyce Manor

Punk rock band, Joyce Manor has had a cult following since they first formed in 2008. Barry Johnson (guitarist and vocalist), Matt Ebert (bass and back-up vocals), Chase Knobbe (guitarist) and Kurt Walcher (drums) all came from Torrance, California and are now traveling the world to perform their songs to all of their fans.

When you walk into one of their live sets, you can hear the murmur of excitement and anticipation as the crew sets up and tunes up the band’s equipment. And then as soon as the band comes onto the stage, you can immediately be deafened by the screams around you. The guitar and strong bass immediately hits you in the face, and the energy level hits an all time high. Just when you think the crowd can’t get any more excited, Barry starts to sing and everyone seems to go wild. The music takes over their body and there is so much movement. On top of that, the band is clearly in their happy place, to be performing in front of such a great crowd. Their between song banter is also great, they obviously have a great bond and friendship between one another. They give it their all from start to finish, and even that is not enough, because once they finish their set, the crowd calls them back for more, which they oblige with atleast another song or two.

Although the members of Californian punk outfit Joyce Manor may seem pretty young, they whole heartedly embody the rebellious nature of punk and have captured the attention of both fans and publications since they exploded onto the circuit in 2008. Their reputation was partly helped due to the passion and energy they invest into the live show, playing tiny rooms as though they were arenas as they get close and personal with the audience and share the moment as one.

This basement quality is pretty reflective of the punk movement and has gone over well with fans of the genre. They recently released a critically acclaimed third album which topped the Heatseekers chart so therefore the room they perform in is much larger than their beginnings. Lead singer Barry Johnson still manages to create a sense of intimacy and has the whole crowd behind him for every track picked for tonight's setlist. They tear through the instrumentals as the crowd jumps along to the finale of 'Constant Headache'.

I saw them live with AJJ in San Diego, California at the North Park Observatory. Although it was a diverse crowd for the folk punk AJJ, the crowd for Joyce Manor showed their complete and utter support and vibe when they performed. I'm seeing them again June 1st at the San Diego House of Blues. Definitely a band I want to see live every chance I get.

Such a sick show! If you're debating whether or not to see them live, GO! You won't regret it. Best 20-some dollars I've ever spent :') Pit can get kind of rough sometimes but if you're in the very front and hanging onto the rails you'll live; that's what makes it fun!!

Joyce Manor put on one hell of a show. They played everything I wanted to hear and then some. They rolled right through their list and kept playing the entire time they were out there. Aside from sounding great live, they were just super fun to see.

I loved it. So much people hyping for Joyce Manor and AJJ and Mannequin Pussy! So many people singing along. Glad I went! It was so much fun jumping and singing along with my friend and boyfriend was worth being sore at the end of the day!

Show was fantastic! Absolutely loved it. I've only heard of about three of their songs before and I loved their sound. I would definitely see them again! Most fun I've ever had at a show.

it was lit, i met lots of friends and danced way too much and was right at barrier. however my girlfriend spent most of the concert being sick in the toilet. that's her fault though.

An amazing concert, very loud with lots of passionate people. Many crowd surfers and small mosh pit, put on a great show. The show was incredibly loud, so one might need ear plugs.

I as well as everyone seen with me was kicked out... uber lame. But i listened to the show outside the smoking door. The music sounded awesome. The staff just were kinda douchey