Sings Like Hell with Peter Case and Sid Griffin – Grass Lake, MI

Suggested donation $20. Snacks and beverages available. Kids welcome.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of folk music as Peter Case and Sid Griffin hit the road for their “Sings Like Hell” tour! Inspired by Case’s iconic 1993 album, this tour showcases two legends of Americana and roots music bringing their rich histories and unparalleled artistry to the stage. With Peter Case’s Grammy-nominated songwriting and groundbreaking work in bands like The Plimsouls and The Nerves, and Sid Griffin’s trailblazing Americana legacy with The Long Ryders, audiences will be treated to an evening of raw, soulful performances steeped in tradition and innovation. From Case’s emotionally resonant piano melodies to Griffin’s bluegrass mandolin and clawhammer banjo stylings, this tour is a celebration of the enduring power of folk music. Catch them live in the Northeast, Southeast, and Midwest—don’t miss this rare chance to see two master storytellers share the stage!

As a founding member of the early punk era trio, The Nerves, in 1977 Case toured the nation sharing bills with the Ramones, Mink DeVille, Pere Ubu, and Devo. The Nerves’ single, “Hanging on the Telephone,” was covered by Blondie. In 1979, Case formed the Plimsouls. Their single, “A Million Miles Away,” entered the Billboard charts and remains a garage rock standard, performed by bands around the world. The band performed in the cult classic film, “Valley Girl,” and the Nerves and Plimsouls timeless teenage rock ‘n’ roll continues to appeal to fans of each new generation. After the Plimsouls, Case rediscovered his musical roots on his self-titled solo debut, produced by T Bone Burnett. The New York Times declared it best album of 1986. It earned a five-star Rolling Stone review and a Grammy nomination. As one of the first songwriters of his generation to turn from rock music toward an acoustic sound, Case also helped usher in what has become known as Americana music. petercase.com

Sid Griffin is best known for being the ringleader of the Long Ryders, one of the first Americana/alt-country acts on the scene. Starting out as a disciple of The Byrds’ 12-string Rickenbacker sound, Griffin now features bluegrass mandolin and clawhammer banjo in his act. sidgriffin.com