We’re happy to share the latest installment from our ongoing Bonfire Sessions webisode series. Our friends at Noisey just finished up this piece featuring interviews with Japandroids and Divine Fits. You can also check out a video recap of the event here. While you’re in the Bonfire Sessions mood, don’t forget to RSVP for our upcoming event in San Francisco if you’ll be in the Bay. Read More >

We’re so thrilled with all of the people that came out to our first Bonfire Sessions of the year last night. The energy was insane! We thought the stage was going to fall over during Japandroids’ set! A huge thank you to Austin music fans that came and rocked out with us, our friends at Vice/Noisey and of course all of the bands that put it all out there on the stage last night: Divine Fits, Japandroids, WAVVES, Team Spirit and Skaters. Stay tuned [...] Read More >

We’re kicking 2013 off with a return to SXSW in Austin, TX. Our first Bonfire Sessions of 2013 will be on March 12th in downtown Austin at 401 East Cesar Chavez Street. Now, I know we say this pretty often. but this music lineup is one for the books with headlining sets from Austin locals Divine Fits (their ONLY appearance at SXSW this year), 2012 breakouts Japandroids, and a set from Wavves. We’ll also have supporting sets from up and comers Skaters and Team Spirit. [...] Read More >

A big thanks to everyone that came out to our Toronto Bonfire Sessions with Smith Westerns and Dusted! Your enthusiasm made this one of the biggest Bonfire Sessions to date with over 550 people attending!  Also, a big thank you to mother nature for gifting us with what we can safely say was a PERFECT day for hanging out outside. We of course, also need to thank Smith Westerns for making the haul up to Toronto and blessing the crowd with their only live [...] Read More >

We’re excited to announce the second city stop of the JanSport Bonfire Sessions: Palm Springs! We’re taking the party to the desert and bringing the best of West Coast talent along with us. On Saturday, April 21, Crystal Antlers, Bleached and FIDLAR will perform live at a super secret location in Palm Springs. If you’re not familiar with these awesome bands, learn more about them HERE. In addition to awesome music, a bonfire, free BBQ and free beer, you could get your hands on a new JanSport backpack and other exclusive on-site [...] Read More >

Couldn’t make it to SXSW this year? Don’t sweat it: JanSport and Noisey.com put together this three part video series documenting our Austin Bonfire Sessions event with White Denim. Check out Part One below and check out the other two parts here at our JanSport Bonfire Sessions site. Coachella is up next for the Bonfire Sessions and we’ll be making some big announcements later this week so check back! Read More >

Want to win a limited edition silk-screened poster from the Austin Bonfire Sessions? We have ONE to give away that’s been signed by White Denim, Strange Boys, Bear Hands and Fly Golden Eagle! To enter, all you have to do is leave us a comment on this blog post and we’ll randomly select a winner on April 10! Be sure to fill out your email address in the box provided so we have a way of contacting you. Good Luck! Read More >

We’re excited to announce that we’re bringing the JanSport Bonfire Sessions back for 2012 with more city stops and more bands! The third annual JanSport Bonfire Sessions is set to take place in five cities across North America. The idea is simple – a free outdoor concert featuring a locally adored band and the good vibes of a backyard bonfire. This year, the live performances will be captured on film for a new live music documentary series on Noisey.com, VICE’s online music channel. For [...] Read More >