Cardinal Bloom at The Depot

Ever since they've been making their mark on the alt-scene, Cardinal Bloom has been climbing the ladder to the top at a rate of knots, cracking charts left, right and centre. The four-piece indie rock band from Salt Lake City has been appealing fans since 2019 with their thoughtful lyrics paired with high energy, hook-driven arrangements. They're unquestionably one of the greatest alt-outfits on the road today and they are oozing with that x-factor that separates the cream from the milk.

Mind-blowing musical mastery? Check. Earth-shattering pummeling rhythms? Done. Raw vocal power that brings down the house? You've got it. Lyrics that hit differently? Ticked. Epic riffs and licks being ripped through with precision? Of course. But the biggest, most epic thing about Cardinal Bloom is that they simply don't conform to any boundaries. Words that define them are yet to be invented and even hardcore fans like us are often left speechless by the non-conformity, creative power and the wall of sound the ever-evolving Cardinal Bloom brings to the alt-rock table.

Cardinal Bloom's albums are superb!

Their latest album "The Only Place I've Ever Known" (2024) and breakout hit "She's Just a Friend" showcase the band's nostalgic, old garage-style rock sound. The new album is pure TNT - but wait until you've had that incomparable 'Cardinal Bloom live in concert' experience! They're one of those bands that breaks every single expectation, all barriers are torn to pieces and the box created to define them are crushed - one of the things we love most about Cardinal Bloom. Albums are fantastic - but live is way, way better - in fact, the only real way to experience Cardinal Bloom is full throttle, LIVE! And this time around the experience is going to be on a whole different level, interactive and will probably be the best evening of your life!

Cardinal Bloom has made no secret of it that they love playing in Salt Lake City and this KRCL Presents headlining show on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM is a hometown celebration as part of their 2026 fall tour. Even if this isn't their first time performing in North America's most exciting city, this is without a doubt their most rip-roaring tour yet. Seen them before? You'll need to come again, because this time around will totally different! If you're travelling from out-of-town or even just from around the block and want to tap into the whole Salt Lake City-experience, have a look at our curated list of recommended local restaurants and pre-show drinks options on the 'Plan Your Trip' section of the website.

The Depot boasts an annual calendar featuring the greatest acts from around the world nearly every day.

For a band that hovers at the top like Cardinal Bloom, the obvious choice is Utah's favorite live entertainment venue - the epic The Depot. The historic four-story Music Terminal, celebrating 20 years in 2026, features exposed brick and industrial charm in the landmark Union Pacific Station building. To make it even better, the The Depot boasts premier sound and lighting technologies, pin-drop surround sound, a wide range of seating sections across different levels, a massive capacity, features that cater for every want and need and incredible views of the stage.

So are you ready for that raw Cardinal Bloom energy? Get your tickets now! Use the button above to claim yours from just $42.