Seattle’s Minus The Bear, the early millennium indie rockers, have graced us with a return to the stage after a 7-year hiatus. Following their breakup in 2018, the band will headline the Best Friends Forever Festival in Las Vegas this October, where they will perform their 2005 album Menos El Oso in full, followed by a full tour routing, with dates below.

1. The Game Needed Me
2. Memphis & 53rd
3. Drilling
4. The Fix
5. El Torrente
6. Pachuca Sunrise
7. Michio's Death Drive
8. Hooray
9. Fulfill the Dream
10. The Pig War
11. This Ain't a Surfin' Movie

The group has signed with a new management agency, Do Better For Artists, led by Jordyn Reese. In discussing this new collaboration, Reese said:

“Minus The Bear has been a cult favorite and pioneering force in independent rock for over two decades, and it’s an absolute honor to be part of this next chapter with them. Their ability to push creative boundaries while staying true to their artistry is exactly what Do Better For Artists stands for. This reunion isn’t just about nostalgia—it’s about reintroducing MTB’s legacy to both longtime fans and a new generation. I couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead.”

Minus the Bear’s Dave Knudson told us:

“Vision, enthusiasm and drive are the most important qualities you can find in a manager and Jordyn has been gifted all three in spades. While working together on my first solo LP I found her love of music and strategy intoxicating. Having a long history with MTB, she seemed like the perfect choice to bring ideas and energy to our reunion.”

And finally David Dickenson, founder of the band's longtime label Suicide Squeeze Records had this to say:

"I first discovered Jordyn and Do Better For Artists through her work on David Knudson's solo album, and I became an instant fan. Her passion and commitment are evident in everything she does, and I'm beyond excited to collaborate with her on Minus the Bear. I'm confident this partnership will open up new, exciting opportunities for the band."

Not only are they headlining the Best Friends Forever Fest with Jawbreaker and Rilo Kiley, but this also marks the beginning of a broader reunion for the band, as they have announced a full fall tour across North America culminating in a two-night event in Seattle.

With the upcoming tour, Minus The Bear will continue to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Menos El Oso by playing the album in full each night.

Knudson said:

"Menos El Oso put us on a trajectory that none of us were expecting. There is a “before ‘Pachuca Sunrise’ video” moment in time, and then there is an “after ‘Pachuca Sunrise’ video” moment in time. It seemed like once people heard that song, and saw that video, everyone went straight to Limewire, Napster, Soulseek, BitTorrent, etc. and shared the album immediately. Celebrating the twentieth anniversary of something this monumental in our lives is a gift. Having the chance to appreciate it with our fans, families and fellow bandmates while we are all alive and kicking is an opportunity I can’t wait to embrace."

Minus The Bear tour dates:

10/04 Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater
10/06 Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades
10/07 San Francisco, CA @ Regency Ballroom
10/08 San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park
10/10 Las Vegas, NV @ Best Friends Forever Festival
10/11-12 Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco
10/14 Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre
10/17 Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater
10/18 Austin, TX @ Emo’s Austin
10/21 Orlando, FL @ The Beacham
10/22 Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade
10/24 Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
10/25 Boston, MA @ House of Blues
11/05 Washington, D.C. @ 9:30 Club
11/07 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Steel
11/08 New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
11/11 Pittsburgh, PA @ Roxian Theatre
11/12 Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues
11/14 Detroit, MI @ Majestic Theatre
11/15-16 Chicago, IL @ Metro
11/18 Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
11/21-22 Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre
11/23 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot
11/28-29 Seattle, WA @ The Showbox

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