Zach Timberlake On August 26, 2025, Denver’s Mission Ballroom hosted an unforgettable night of indie sounds with Tennis headlining and Real Estate opening. The evening brought together shimmering pop melodies and laid-back guitar-driven charm, creating a dynamic lineup that kept the crowd engaged from start to finish.
Real Estate
Real Estate is an indie rock band formed in Ridgewood, New Jersey, in 2008. The group blends jangly guitars, melodic hooks, and introspective lyrics to create a signature sound that has resonated with fans worldwide. Early releases, including their self-titled debut and Days (2011), helped establish them as key figures in the indie music scene. The band’s lineup, including Martin Courtney, Alex Bleeker, and Jackson Pollis, has evolved over time, each member contributing to their distinct, harmonious style. Known for their warm, nostalgic sound, Real Estate has consistently received praise for both studio recordings and live performances.
In 2025, Real Estate continued to build on their legacy with the release of Daniel, an album exploring themes of personal growth, reflection, and everyday life. They also announced a compilation, The Wee Small Hours: B-Sides and Other Detritus 2011–2025, which highlights rare tracks and unreleased material from across their career. The band supported these releases with the “More Tour,” performing extensively across North America and Europe, solidifying their influence in the contemporary indie rock scene. With a career spanning more than a decade, Real Estate continues to captivate listeners through evocative songwriting, layered instrumentation, and a consistently engaging live experience.
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Tennis
Tennis is an indie pop duo from Denver, Colorado, formed in 2010 by married couple Alaina Moore and Patrick Riley. The pair met in a philosophy class at the University of Colorado Denver and began making music together shortly after graduation. Their debut album, Cape Dory (2011), was inspired by an eight-month sailing trip they took along the East Coast. The album’s breezy, retro-pop sound garnered attention and established Tennis as a unique voice in the indie music scene.
Over the years, Tennis evolved both musically and personally. Their second album, Young & Old (2012), produced by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys, showcased a more polished sound. The band continued to experiment with their music, releasing Ritual in Repeat (2014), Yours Conditionally (2017), and Swimmer (2020). Swimmer was particularly well-received, with USA Today naming it one of the best albums of 2020. In 2023, they released Pollen, which blended ’60s girl-group vocals, ’70s glam guitar, and ’80s synths, exploring themes of domestic life, restlessness, and mortality.
In April 2025, Tennis announced that their seventh studio album, Face Down in the Garden, would be their final release. The album, released on April 25, 2025, marked the culmination of their 15-year journey in music. The duo stated that they had creatively completed their journey with Tennis and were ready to pursue other creative projects. To commemorate their career, they embarked on a farewell tour, performing across North America and featuring special guests such as Real Estate.
Known for their intimate and emotionally resonant performances, Tennis has left an indelible mark on the indie music scene. Their legacy continues to inspire both fans and fellow musicians alike.
Photos by Zachary Timberlake All images © 2025 Copyright Liam Gillin ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
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