The Wallflowers

The Wallflowers bring their American rock to History Ottawa on August 20, 2026. Formed in Los Angeles around singer-guitarist Jakob Dylan, the band blends alternative rock with heartland and americana influences, built on narrative songwriting, a baritone voice and the interplay of guitars and keys. From the T Bone Burnett-produced debut (1992) through Bringing Down the Horse (1996), (Breach), Red Letter Days and Rebel, Sweetheart, they shaped a catalog where steady grooves and melodic hooks sit next to slower, folk-tinged cuts. After Glad All Over in 2012, Exit Wounds (2021) reconnected with roots textures and broadened the live palette.

On stage, The Wallflowers favor direct arrangements and a tight backline, letting songs breathe without excess. The set draws across eras, threading singles with deeper tracks and keeping a clear, unadorned sound. Jakob Dylan’s grain and phrasing carry the stories, with keyboard colors underscoring guitars and a rhythm section that keeps the drive steady. A show focused on songs, dynamics and the blend of classic American rock with a modern edge.