Seattle Theatre Group (STG) is thrilled to announce that Seattle-based synth-pop band RUB is the inaugural recipient of its new Live at The Neptune grant initiative. On September 5, 2025, RUB will take the stage at the historic Neptune Theatre, record a live album, and receive a vinyl pressing of their live performance.

Support from PARISALEXA and MEGACAT

Tickets and limited-edition vinyl presales on sale now.

Live at The Neptune is in partnership with Sonic Guild and Precision Record Pressing and marks the beginning of an ongoing series dedicated to highlighting and celebrating the talent and strength of Seattle’s music community that is at no cost to the artist. 138 bands and artists applied for the inaugural grant, with 15 bands advancing to the final round. A panel of five music industry professionals reviewed all artist submissions, selected the group of finalists, and chose RUB as the grant recipient. Support at the September 5 show is Parisalexa and Megacat, artists also in the group of finalists.

Formed in 2022, RUB is a six-piece band that has quickly made a name for themselves as purveyors of feel-good music with uplifting call-to-action lyrics. Blending synth-pop with rock and soul, RUB's music is a veritable feast for the ears, complete with heavy vocal harmonies and infectious beats that will get you up and dancing in no time. Despite their relatively short time together as a band, RUB has already achieved an impressive list of accomplishments. They have played historic Seattle venues and festivals such as Bumbershoot and The Moore Theatre for SMASH's benefit tribute to Sub Pop records, along with helping inaugurate the official Sir Mix-a-Lot Day in Seattle by opening the night's concert. Their first single, “Contentment,” became Song of The Day on KEXP, chosen by DJ Cheryl Waters, and they performed live in-studio on KEXP's Afternoon Show. The band comprises former and current members of Trick Candles, Salt Lick, Acid Tongue, NighTraiN, Killer Workout, Cute Lepers, and Panama Gold, and their collective experience and talent shines through in every performance.

Live at The Neptune is designed to provide an emerging local artist with the resources to create a high-quality live recording without financial burden, offering a career-changing experience that includes professional mixing, mastering, and physical distribution. It is also part of STG’s long-term goal to more deeply invest in regional talent and make its historic venues accessible to local musicians. Live at The Neptune is funded by STG, whose nonprofit mission makes growth like this possible for emerging artists.