The Jackpot hosted a trio of authentic rock bands this Halloween Eve. Bears and Company, of Kansas City, warmed up the crowd with melodic rock and sometimes screamed vocals, a perfect blend. The Kickbacks, on tour and on their way to Omaha that very night, kept the ball rolling with an eclectic mix of indie rock and witty banter, encouraging the crowd the sing along. The group formerly known as The Atlantic unveiled their new name, Clairaudients, and then put on an energetic, heartfelt set that their fans reveled in.

Words and photos by Lillian Wright Smith