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NEEDTOBREATHE announces new dates, Richmond show on The Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour
NEEDTOBREATHE is keeping things quiet a little longer. Similar sounds: Kings of Leon, Judah & The Lion, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors Corner Circuit/Photo by Carson Schultz The South Carolina-bred band has added a new run of dates "due to overwhelming demand" to their Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour, extending the stripped-back experience into early 2026, and including a stop at Richmond’s Altria Theater. For a group known for filling rooms with towering, sing-along anthems, the
Jan 53 min read


NEEDTOBREATHE holds the line between hope and heartache at York State Fair
York’s grandstand isn’t your typical rock venue. “I’ve never played a show with this good of eyeline to a Ferris wheel,” Chris Renzema joked early on, warming up the crowd as the night’s opener. With a blend of earnest songwriting and laid‑back charm, he set the tone for an evening that balanced intimacy and energy. Outside, the scent of funnel cakes hung in the humid air, the Ferris wheel spun slowly amid neon lights, and lemonade carts kept a steady line. Inside, it was pur
Jul 31, 20252 min read


PHOTOS: NEEDTOBREATHE @ York State Fair
South Carolina band NEEDTOBREATHE brought their rock and roll firepower to the York State Fair on July 24, mixing decades‑deep fan favorites with brand‑new material fresh out of the studio. You can read our full live review of the show here . Here are some photos from their York State Fair performance:
Jul 30, 20251 min read


NEEDTOBREATHE to headline York State Fair, plus new acoustic tour
The York State Fair isn’t exactly known for subtlety. Neither is NEEDTOBREATHE. Similar sounds: Kings of Leon, Switchfoot, The Lumineers GRAMMY-nominated rock band NEEDTOBREATHE is bringing their high-octane live show to the York State Fair Grandstand, adding a surge of soul-stirring anthems to one of Pennsylvania’s oldest traditions. Only two hours from D.C., this stop is one of the closest chances for DMV fans to catch the band live this summer, and a perfect excuse to spe
May 18, 20252 min read


PHOTOS: Wilder Woods @ 9:30 Club
Wilder Woods—a solo project from NEEDTOBREATHE frontman Bear Rinehart—brought "The Curioso Tour" to Washington, D.C., celebrating the release of their third full-length album. You can read our concert review here. Here are some photos of the night's performance at the 9:30 Club on March 15, 2025:
Mar 16, 20251 min read


'An audience that matters to you:' Wilder Woods plays the 9:30 Club
Much like the artifacts that inspired The Curioso Tour, Wilder Woods’ music is a mix of the rare and the well-worn, both of which shone at the 9:30 Club on Saturday night. As the voice behind Wilder Woods, Bear Rinehart brought a night that weaved together gospel-soaked soul, stripped indie-folk, and unapologetic rock & roll, all bound by heartfelt storytelling on a stage he called "one of the best concert venues in the country." The night kicked off with singer-songwriter Ha
Mar 16, 20252 min read


Wilder Woods sets the stage for 'The Curioso Tour' with new singles, collaborations
Step into the curio cabinet as Wilder Woods steps back into the spotlight. Bear Rinehart, best known as the powerhouse frontman of NEEDTOBREATHE, is hitting the road with his soulful solo project for The Curioso Tour, and fans in the D.C. area can catch the show at the 9:30 Club on March 15, 2025. The tour celebrates his upcoming third album, Curioso, which drops on February 7, 2025. Rinehart has been teasing the new album with a steady stream of singles that showcase a range
Nov 28, 20242 min read
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