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The Masonic — San Francisco, CA
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The Masonic — San Francisco, CA
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About Metric

Metric is the kind of band that sounds like they're always three steps ahead. Led by Emily Haines's deadpan vocals and Jem Fincher's precise guitar work, they emerged from Toronto in the early 2000s playing tightly wound synth-rock that somehow manages to be both cerebral and genuinely catchy. Dead Disco and Black Sheep established them as indie rock fixtures, but it was Monster Hospital that showed their range—a track that builds from minimal to genuinely anthemic without ever breaking their cool exterior. They've never chased trends; instead, they've built a discography that rewards close listening while still delivering proper hooks. Live, they're relentless. There's no filler, no phoning it in. Even their mellower moments feel intentional rather than indulgent.

Metric shows move with mechanical precision and sudden explosive energy. Haines commands the stage with minimal movement but maximum presence. Crowds are engaged, attentive—these aren't people checking their phones. The band locks in tight, and there's a visible satisfaction when everything clicks.

Known for Dead Disco, Black Sheep, Monster Hospital, Gimme Sympathy, Youth Without Youth

Metric + Sacramento

Metric rolled through Ace of Spades in October 2022 with the kind of setlist that rewards people who actually listen to their albums. They opened with "Doomscroller," which felt appropriately dystopian, then settled into the hits everyone expected: "Gold Guns Girls," "Combat Baby," "Gimme Sympathy." But the real moment came when they dug into "Cascades" and "False Dichotomy"—tracks that aren't exactly radio staples but hit different live. The band's synth-driven indie rock translated well to Sacramento's compact venue, the kind of show where you could actually see Emily Haines working through the setlist. They closed with "Breathing Underwater," which has a way of landing harder at the end of a set than you'd expect.

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Live Music in Sacramento

Sacramento's live music scene leans indie and alternative, with a healthy appetite for the kind of dance-adjacent synth-pop that Metric peddles. Venues like Ace of Spades have built a reputation for booking bands that don't need massive stages to connect—artists who work better in sweaty, midsize rooms where the sound system actually matters. The city's been a reliable stop for post-punk and new wave-influenced acts, which means Metric's electronic-leaning indie rock sits comfortably in the local taste.

Sacramento road trip to see Metric?

Stay in Midtown Sacramento, where the neighborhood actually feels alive—walk to restaurants, bars, and galleries without planning logistics. Dinner at The Kitchen restaurant offers precise, ingredient-focused cooking that pairs well with the area's wine bar culture. Spend an afternoon at the Crocker Art Museum, one of the country's oldest art institutions, or wander the American River Bike Trail if you need to clear your head before the show. The neighborhood's tree-lined streets and vintage architecture beat anywhere else in town.

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