Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band at Pappy & Harriet’s July 30

Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band, helmed by Reverend Peyton on guitar and vocals alongside his wife “Washboard Breezy” Peyton on washboard and percussion, is bringing its brand of raw, unfiltered blues to the high desert. On Wednesday, July 30, the duo will take the stage at Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown for an all-ages indoor show. Doors open at 8pm, with live music starting promptly at 9pm.

Event Details

Set against the rugged backdrop of Pioneertown, Pappy & Harriet’s has earned its status as a desert music landmark since reopening in 2010. The venue’s mix of rustic, Old West décor and intimate stage has attracted everyone from indie rockers to Americana legends. For this event, guests can arrive early to enjoy the full dinner menu—known for its wood-fired burgers and house-made margaritas—before the first scorching slide guitar riff. Tickets for the night are on sale now via Pappy & Harriet’s official website and box office; fans are urged to avoid unauthorized third-party sellers, as only tickets purchased through designated channels are guaranteed valid.

Band Origins And Style

Formed over two decades ago in the rolling fields of rural Indiana, Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band has carved a unique niche with their porch-blues aesthetic. Reverend Peyton’s gritty, blues-harp-influenced guitar work pairs seamlessly with Washboard Breezy’s custom washboard kit—complete with kick drum, hi-hat pedal and snare—for a minimalist yet powerful sound. The pair draws on early 20th-century Delta blues influences, layered with a punk rock energy that fans and critics alike describe as “vintage rebellion.” Their on-stage chemistry, built on decades of marriage and musical collaboration, elevates each performance into a shared storytelling experience grounded in Americana tradition.

New Album & Media Debut

In May, Big Damn Band released Honeysuckle!, their seventh studio album and first full-length project since 2022. The record explores themes of longing and resilience through moody slide-guitar lines, stomping rhythms, and candid lyrics. Honeysuckle! has already earned airplay on several Americana radio programs and sparked conversation on social media platforms.

Instagram Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DI4bezwSpdm/
Caption: ‘Just got my own copy of @bigdamnband new album “Honeysuckle” they also have a new single out today! Watch for an upcoming interview on @rockandreviewwithericdahl on @foxnashville in May!’

The band is scheduled to discuss the album and perform live sets on Fox Nashville’s Rock & Review with Eric Dahl, offering fans a deep dive into the creative process behind the new songs.

In The Spotlight

Their recent sold-out appearance at Nashville’s Exit/In drew enthusiastic praise from fans and peers. One concertgoer shared on Instagram:

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Caption: ‘Great to see our friends @washboardbreezy and @bigdamnband tonight at @exit_in! If you are not hip to Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band, they are one of, if not the, best touring blues acts out there right now. Their playing is deeply rooted in tradition and yet manages to be ground-breaking. Besides all of that, they are some of the hardest working musicians in the game. Go listen to their new album ‘Honeysuckle,’ it is really something special!’

That buzz sets the stage for the Pappy & Harriet’s date, promising an electric atmosphere for California audiences to feel the band’s signature energy.

Ticket Information & Scam Alert

Tickets for the July 30 show are available now through Pappy & Harriet’s official ticketing portal—link in bio. The venue emphasizes that “tickets from 3rd party sites or re-sellers are not guaranteed to be honored.” All ages are welcome, but capacity is limited. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early and plan arrival by 8pm to avoid missing the opening moments.

What To Expect

Expect a setlist that balances new material from Honeysuckle! with fan favorites spanning the band’s prolific catalog. Audiences can anticipate booming slide solos on songs like “Porch Rain,” as well as intimate, story-driven performances that highlight Reverend Peyton’s knack for weaving personal anecdotes into gritty blues frameworks. Washboard Breezy’s rhythmic acrobatics and playful stage banter infuse the show with humor and high-octane momentum.

Pappy & Harriet’s southern-style patio and indoor stage space will reverberate with the duo’s thunderous sound. Whether you’re grabbing a seat inside by the bar or dancing on the floor near the stage, the connection between performer and audience is a hallmark of the Rev. Peyton’s live experience.

This Pioneertown stop is one of the few indoor headline dates on the band’s summer slate. It offers fans a front-row opportunity to encounter the duo’s raw Americana spirit without the festival frills—just honest-to-goodness blues played with passion and conviction.

The July 30 show in Pioneertown will be one more chapter in Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band’s ongoing journey through America’s roots music landscape. Grab your ticket, gear up for an evening of high-voltage blues, and prepare for a night of unvarnished musical rebellion.

Meet at Pappy & Harriet’s, where the desert air mixes with vintage riffs for a porch-blues party you won’t soon forget.

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