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Optimistic Apocalypse, Cataract + Whippet In Concert

Friday, February 20, 2026 from 7 PM to 11 PM

Optimistic Apocalypse is a band with lead singer and songwriter Mac Sprague is an indie/dreamrock band born in Erie, PA circa 2013. Tunes with catchy earworm melodies and lyrics that pull on your heart strings. "cataract" is a two-piece comprised of Ben on drums and Jake on guitar and vocals, and more recently joined live by their friend Porter on bass and lead guitar. Their lyrics hover around melancholic themes and their sound is characterized by fuzzy guitar and crushing drums. Jake and Ben have played together for over a decade across a few different projects. More recently they began to share their music both in recordings and for audiences of more than just close friends. whippet: low fidelity ugly rock recordings from medina ohio. written, recorded, and composed by lincoln and milo zaremba. joined live by steve roszak and enzo difranco. Cafe and Bar will be open serving coffee, cocktails, and snacks. 18+

For more information, please visit https://www.1020collective.com/events-old/optimistic-apocolypse-cataract-and-whippet or call 8149838566

10/20 Collective, 1020 Holland St, Erie, PA 16501
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June 2026: Pride
Erie Reader: Vol. 16, No. 6
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