Cydeways

Cydeways play Last Exit Live on Friday, October 30, with The Irie and Gabo Fayuca opening. The show is presented by Last Exit Live as part of Psyko Steve Presents, and it's for ages 21 and over.

Cydeways comes from Santa Barbara, California, and they describe their sound as modern reggae blended with alternative, indie charm and hip-hop grooves. It's a mix that pairs laid-back reggae vibes with the high-energy punch of alt-rock, so the set should pull from a few different directions over the course of the night. They're the main feature here, and they'll be sharing the bill with The Irie and Gabo Fayuca, who both open before them.

If you're not familiar with the band, that Santa Barbara connection is a good place to start. They've built their sound around that West Coast reggae influence, but they lean into the alternative and indie side of things rather than sticking to a traditional roots approach. The hip-hop grooves they mention come through in the rhythm section, and the alt-rock punch shows up in the more driven moments of their songs. It's a sound that fits as easily in a reggae club as it does in an indie venue, which is part of why they work in a room like Last Exit Live.

Doors open at 7:30 PM, and the music starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are $16 to $18, and the show is 21+. Last Exit Live is at 717 S Central Ave in downtown Phoenix.