Tom Hamilton

comes to on Friday, April 17 for an intimate night of soulful, rock-driven songwriting. Known for his work with Joe Russo’s Almost Dead and other long-running projects, Hamilton brings decades of experience to the stage with a set that blends reflective lyrics, raw emotion, and stripped-down rock & roll. Expect a dynamic, up-close performance rooted in storytelling, musicianship, and atmosphere.

Tom Hamilton has spent the last 30 years fronting several bands over a handful of genres - including Brothers Past, American Babies, Ghost Light, and he also sings and plays lead guitar in Joe Russo’s Almost Dead.

It wasn’t until a series of personal and societal crises compelled the Philadelphia based musician/songwriter/producer to reconsider his approach and finally forge ahead under his own name.

“When you're in a van on the road for 20 years, you live in your bubble, you think that your world is one way — and it's not. The pandemic break gave me the time to see that. Then my band broke up and my dad got sick. The only refuge I had was the studio.”

I’m Your Vampire, Hamilton’s most personal effort yet is a 10-song suite wreathed in tattered-flannel rock & roll that encapsulates Hamilton’s salvation in isolation, as he sorts through the darkness to find a pinpoint of light.

“It takes effort to not just be jaded as we age — to not look at the world in a hardened way,” Hamilton says. “Yeah, it's a dark, dark f*cking time, let's make some lemonade.”

His album I’m Your Vampire co-produced by Hamilton and Alex Farrar (MJ Lenderman/Wednesday) is out now via AWAL/Relix.

In its short but impactful existence, Poplar Hall has quickly become a beacon of artistic expression and cultural enrichment in the vibrant city of Appleton. From its grand opening in 2021 to the present day, this venue has been a haven for both musicians and music lovers alike, fostering an atmosphere of creative freedom and camaraderie.

The building's award-winning architecture and its riverfront location in the heart of Appleton attract visitors and locals alike, who are seeking a memorable night filled with exceptional performances.

Poplar Hall has proudly hosted an array of artists, who set the stage ablaze with unforgettable performances such as Sam Bush, Dark Star Orchestra, Keller Williams, Leo Kottke and more.

Part of the RiverHeath project, Poplar Hall sits between the newly constructed Willow building and the Appleton Courtyard Riverfront Hotel. Why not fly in and make a weekend out of it by staying at the award-winning Courtyard Marriott right next door. Enjoy the show, then unwind in a stylish room with river views, no need to worry about the drive home!

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