Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats built a cult following on fuzz-drenched riffs, eerie harmonies and a vintage horror-film atmosphere, and their live shows lean all the way into it. Irving Plaza is the right size for it: big enough for the volume, small enough to feel the riffs in your chest. With Halloween season getting underway, it is a fitting Sunday night for heavy psych fans.
What to expect
Expect a standing-room club with a balcony, loud and hazy guitars, and a crowd of dedicated heavy-rock fans. Shows here generally run on schedule, so arrive in time for the opener.
Good to know
- Take the L, N, Q, R, W, 4, 5 or 6 to 14 St–Union Sq and walk to Irving Place.
- Earplugs are a good idea for a show this loud.
- The floor is standing-room; the balcony has limited space.
- Check the age restriction on your ticket.
- Union Square has plenty of late food options after the show.
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Common questions
What kind of music does Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats play?
Heavy psychedelic rock with doom-metal riffs and a vintage horror mood.
Where is Irving Plaza?
At 17 Irving Place, a short walk from Union Square.
