Austin: Militarie Gun at Mohawk
September 9 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
$37
Militarie Gun brings their explosive blend of hardcore energy and pop-tinged hooks to Mohawk in Austin on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, with doors at 6:00 PM. Tickets start at $37, making this an accessible night out for anyone curious about one of the most talked-about bands to emerge from the 2020s hardcore revival.
Formed in Los Angeles in 2020 by vocalist Ian Shelton (also known for his work in the powerviolence outfit Regional Justice Center), Militarie Gun quickly distinguished itself from the pack by pairing hardcore’s velocity and aggression with unmistakably melodic, almost pop-leaning songwriting. The band’s 2023 debut full-length, “Life Under the Gun,” released on Loma Vista Recordings, earned widespread critical praise for its hooks-first approach to a genre often defined by pure catharsis, and it landed the band high-profile tour slots alongside acts like Turnstile.
Mohawk has long been one of the anchor venues of Austin’s East Side music scene, with an indoor stage and an expansive outdoor patio that give touring acts room to bring real production energy to a mid-sized room. It’s exactly the kind of venue where a band like Militarie Gun feels at home — small enough for the pit to stay chaotic, loud enough for the hooks to still land in the back row.
Since their breakout, Militarie Gun has continued building a reputation as one of hardcore’s most dynamic live acts, drawing praise from outlets like Pitchfork and NPR for the way their songs translate the format’s urgency into something genuinely anthemic. Fans making a night of it in Austin can also check out nearby The Historic Scoot Inn, another East Side venue just a short ride away, for more of the neighborhood’s live music scene.
Doors open at 6:00 PM; arrive early, as Mohawk shows are general admission and popular sets fill the room fast. Both the indoor stage and outdoor deck bars will be open, and the venue is a short rideshare or walk from several East 6th Street bars if you want to make a full night of it.