ANNOUNCING THE AVETT BROTHERS & MIKE PATTON
The Avett Brothers & Mike Patton present AVTT/PTTN
We’re thrilled to announce the world premiere concert performance of AVTT/PTTN—the electrifying new collaboration between Mike Patton and The Avett Brothers. Consequence calls it, “one of the most unexpected collaborations of this (or any) year.”
“We have saved our virgin live performance for a worthy suitor… and they have Big Ears!” says Patton. “We are delighted to be playing at this exciting and forward-thinking festival.”
AVTT/PTTN unites two fearless musical forces blending folk, experimental rock, and unbridled invention. Their debut album, produced by Patton, Scott Avett, and Grammy-winning engineer Dana Nielsen (Metallica, Rihanna), arrives November 14, with advance singles “Eternal Love” and “Heaven’s Breath” already hinting at the bold alchemy within.
For the Avetts, working with Patton is more than just a new collaboration—it’s a full-circle moment. “Mike’s part of our DNA, like the fabric of our youth,” says Scott. “Literally, we studied him. He’s a dear friend now, but when we were younger, I was imitating him.” Patton adds, “My peculiar challenge in this was to become a long distant cousin. A brother that was orphaned. Maybe they kept him in the chicken coop or some shit. They brought him out years and years later.”
Festival passholders will enjoy early access and preferred pricing to this separately-ticketed concert. Details about pre-sales with reserved seating—including AVTT/PTTN, David Byrne, and Robert Plant—will be announced very soon. Don’t wait to join us for this adventurous live premiere.
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