Introducing the Hard Quartet, the indie supergroup that includes Stephen Malkmus, Matt Sweeney, Emmett Kelly, and Jim White. The Hard Quartet, have announced debut shows in New York, Los Angeles and London, taking place in October. A list of upcoming dates can be found below. Tickets go on presale Wednesday July 31st at 10am local times and general sale on Friday August 2nd at 10am local times. The Hard Quartet will be touring extensively in 2025. Today, they have shared a Eyedress directed the video for their debut single “Earth Hater.”

Emmett Kelly, a songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist best known for his work in The Cairo Gang and The Double, as well as in the company of artists such as Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Ty Segall, Rob Mazurek, and many more.

Stephen Malkmus, a songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist best known for his work with Pavement, the Jicks, Silver Jews, Straw Dogs, and eponymously.

Matt Sweeney, a songwriter, guitarist, producer and vocalist best known for his work with Chavez, Superwolf, his music for Red Dead Redemption 2 and his guitar work in the company of a panoply of artists from Guided by Voices and Cat Power to Johnny Cash and Adele.

Jim White, a drummer and songwriter best known for his work with Dirty Three, Xylouris White, eponymous-ly, and with such stalwarts as Guy Picciotto, Cat Power, Bill Callahan and Venom P Stinger.

The Hard Quartet 2024 Tour Dates

Oct 10 – Los Angeles, US @ The Belasco w/Papa M
Oct 17 – New York, US @ Webster Hall w/Weak Signal
Oct 22 – London, UK @ Electric Ballroom w/Tubs

Order “Earth Hater” HERE