The Mekons tour

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Performer Information

Few bands in post-punk have left as indelible a mark as The Mekons. Formed in 1976 in Leeds, England by founding members Jon Langford, Tom Greenhalgh, Kevin Lycett, Mark White, and Andy Corrigan, the band emerged from the first wave of British punk with a raw, artful edge. Their debut album, The Quality of Mercy Is Not Strnen (1979), captured their early punk sound, while the signature single “Where Were You?” announced a band unafraid to push boundaries.

Across five decades, The Mekons have cultivated a cross-generational cult following thanks to adventurous songwriting and fearless genre-mixing. Frequently cited as revolutionary and enduring, they blend punk’s bite with folk storytelling, alt-country twang, and literary, socially conscious lyrics — influencing alternative and punk scenes around the world.

Current Band Members

• Jon Langford — vocals, guitar

A founding member and key creative force, Langford has helped steer the band’s genre-blending evolution. His guitar work and vocals are central to The Mekons’ dynamic live sound.

• Tom Greenhalgh — vocals, guitar

Another founder, Greenhalgh’s distinctive voice and songwriting have anchored the band’s shifting styles. His presence ties the earliest punk days to the group’s modern work.

• Sally Timms — vocals

Joining in the mid-1980s, Timms brought a striking vocal dimension that deepened the band’s folk and country textures. She’s remained a prominent voice on record and on stage.

• Steve Goulding — drums

Joining in the 1980s after work with Graham Parker & The Rumour and others, Goulding’s versatile drumming powers The Mekons’ moves from punk urgency to rootsy swing.

• Lu Edmonds — guitar, saz, other instruments

Also a member of Public Image Ltd, Edmonds joined in the 1980s and enriches The Mekons’ eclectic palette with multi-instrumental color and global textures.

• Rico Bell — accordion, vocals

Joining in the 1980s, Bell’s accordion and harmonies helped cement the band’s folk and country inflections, adding warmth and grit to their storytelling.

• Dave Trumfio — bass

A producer and musician who joined in the 2010s, Trumfio underpins recent recordings and tours with rock-solid low end and studio-honed instincts.

Former and Legacy Members

• Kevin Lycett — bass, guitar

A founding member who shaped the band’s early punk sound.

• Mark White — guitar

Founding guitarist central to the Mekons’ formative direction.

• Andy Corrigan — vocals

Original vocalist who helped define the earliest era before the band’s stylistic shift.

• Ros Allen — bass

Contributed to late-’70s/early-’80s recordings and live shows.

• Ken Lite — bass

Anchored the band during a period of significant musical transition in the 1980s.

The Mekons’ catalog is rich with milestones, from Fear and Whiskey (1985) — a pivotal step into country-punk — to Rock ’n Roll (1989), an acclaimed high point that sharpened their conceptual edge. Fan favorites like “Memphis, Egypt,” “Ghosts of American Astronauts,” “Thee Olde Trip to Jerusalem,” and “Hard to Be Human Again” showcase a band that turns genre rules inside out while staying unmistakably themselves.

Live, The Mekons thrive on energy and connection. Their shows are intimate, communal, and full of humor — with rotating lead vocals, multi-instrumental turns, and singalongs that bring the room together. It’s a masterclass in musicianship over flash, where every performance feels unpredictable and alive.

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Additional Performer Information

The Mekons concerts are more than shows — they’re communal, high-energy experiences. Expect rotating lead vocals, storytelling, and multi-instrumental turns that keep the setlist fresh, with the band leaning into punk urgency, folk textures, and alt-country swagger.

Some of their most unforgettable tours include:

• Rock ’n Roll Tour (1989–1990) — Clubs and small theaters across the US and UK supporting their acclaimed album.
• Fear and Whiskey Anniversary Shows (2015) — Select dates celebrating a landmark release.
• Deserted Tour (2019) — North American and European dates showcasing their latest studio work.

Top Albums

• The Quality of Mercy Is Not Strnen (1979)
• Fear and Whiskey (1985)
• The Mekons Honky Tonkin’ (1987)
• So Good It Hurts (1988)
• Rock ’n Roll (1989)
• I Love Mekons (1993)
• OOOH! (Out of Our Heads) (2002)
• Deserted (2019)

Fan-Favorite Songs

• "Where Were You?"
• "The Curse"
• "Last Dance"
• "Only Darkness Has the Power"
• "Ghosts of American Astronauts"
• "Memphis, Egypt"
• "Beaten and Broken"
• "Millionaire"
• "Hard to Be Human Again"
• "Thee Olde Trip to Jerusalem"

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