Wonderland Rejects ++ Hollow Minds ++ Gusset ($15 Cover)

We are excited to host local rockers Wonderland Rejects, Hollow Minds, and Gusset LIVE at El Rio! This is a benefit show for The Transgender District https://transgenderdistrictsf.com/ 's Riot Fund! Gusset is a set of four dykes split between San Jose and Oakland. Coming from wildly different musical backgrounds, they’ve found common ground, taking inspiration from riot grrrl and other punk influences. Powerful basslines and loud percussion fueled by queer frustration drive the energy home. After escaping Wonderland, (the happy illusion so many often cling to as a means of looking the other way when their neighbors are in danger), Wonderland Rejects played their first show a few days after the 2024 election. From there, they've been establishing themselves as a riot grrrl band fighting the Red King with music and community building. Alice and Dolly (guitarist/vocalist and bassist, respectively) both played music through the 2010s, eventually working together in the now-defunct Feminine Urge in the early 2020s. Around this time, Kitty began her music journey, putting several hours of practice every day into her drums until she was ready to team up with Alice and Dolly to form Wonderland Rejects. Drawing inspiration from many different eras of music, including: the first half of the 20th century Blues era, the queercore scene of the 80s, the grunge era of the 90s, and the pop punk era of the 00s, they believe in honoring the giants whose shoulders they stand on, while mixing old school sounds with new school vibes. Grab some drinks, grab your friends, and hit the dance floor! Thursday, July 30th Doors 7:30pm, Show 8pm Stage Room // $15 Cover // 21+