Local band Palmyra heads to DC9, releases debut album, 'Restless'
- carsydog0
- Apr 4
- 2 min read
Virginia-born, Appalachian trio Palmyra is hitting the road to support the release of their debut album Restless, and they'll bring their blend of heart-on-sleeve folk and indie rock to DC9 on April 29, 2025. The band, formed during their time at James Madison University, had spent the past few years developing various singles, EPs, and countless unreleased songs.
Similar sounds: The Avett Brothers, Bon Iver, Vampire Weekend
Released on March 28, Restless captures a raw and intimate look into the band's journey through personal trials, growth, and acceptance. With tracks like “Shape I’m In” and “Arizona,” Palmyra delves into themes of identity, mental health, and the search for belonging. Their unique sound—infused with their Appalachian roots—offers a brutally honest and cathartic experience for listeners.
Being the brainchild of three songwriter-instrumentalists—Manoa Bell, Teddy Chipouras, and Sasha Landon—Palmyra is known across East Coast audiences for their dynamic live shows, showcasing a discography that ranges from tender moments to fiery, dark anthems. As they embark on their headline tour, Restless provides a backdrop to the band’s ever-evolving story, one that blends personal reflection with universal experiences of inner turmoil and self-acceptance.
According to a press release, Chipouras described the new album as a peek into the band's life on the road:
"We’ve gone through a lot of changes, the three of us as individuals and also as a band: Moving, shifting careers, ending relationships & beginning new ones, trying our best to navigate the existing ones while also navigating life on the road, coming home. Each song is a glimpse into these moments. This record is about being on the edge of burning out, and the little moments that make it all worth it."
Palmyra's tour stop at DC9 sits between a series of shows across the East Coast and surrounding areas. The tour is already in full swing, but see below for the remaining shows:
April 5, 2025 @ Center Stage Vinyl in Atlanta, GA
April 6, 2025 @ Doodad Farm in Greensboro, NC
April 24, 2025 @ The Palm Room in Wrightsville Beach, NC
April 25, 2025 @ Petra's in Charlotte, NC
April 27, 2025 @ Eulogy in Asheville, NC
April 29, 2025 @ DC9 Nightclub in Washington, DC
April 30, 2025 @ MilkBoy Philadelphia in Philadelphia, PA
May 1, 2025 @ Mercury Lounge in New York, NY
May 2, 2025 @ Middle East Upstairs in Cambridge, MA
May 3, 2025 @ Higher Ground Showcase Lounge in South Burlington, VT
May 4, 2025 @ Billsville in Manchester, VT
May 5, 2025 @ 9th Ward (Babeville) in Buffalo, NY
May 6, 2025 @ Fan Club Collective in Ithaca, NY
May 8, 2025 @ The Drake in Amherst, MA
June 20, 2025 @ Winnetka Music Festival in Winnetka, IL
July 13, 2025 @ Fredfest in Singers Glen, VA
September 21, 2025 @ Iron Blossom Music Festival in Richmond, VA
