After Shock performing live on stage: bass, guitar, lead vocals, keyboards and drums in front of the After Shock banner.

Central Iowa

The Ultimate 80s Rock Experience

The biggest anthems, unmistakable sound and untamed spirit of 80s rock and roll come alive with After Shock. Arena-sized energy and electrifying performances across Central Iowa, played the way this music deserves to be heard.

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Upcoming shows

Request lines are open

Request A Song

Neon sign reading Request lines are open

Tell us what you want to hear. The band reads every request, and we cannot promise a song will make the set.

Add a song, an artist or a note. The band reviews every request and cannot promise a song will make the set. We use your email only to reply. Privacy. Protected by Cloudflare Turnstile.

The band and the crew

The players you see. The team you don’t.

After Shock is a Central Iowa tribute to 80s rock and roll, with 70s and 90s favorites mixed in. It takes a whole team to put on the show: musicians on stage, plus the people running sound, lights and the stage itself.

  • Sound

    Pro sound that fills the room without losing the detail in the songs.

  • Lighting and effects

    A full rig and effects timed to the music, the way arena shows were.

  • Stage and production

    Backdrop, risers and stage setup that make the room look like a concert.

Good to know

FAQs

Who is After Shock?

A Central Iowa tribute to 80s rock and roll, with a full stage production and a team behind every show.

What songs do you play?

The big anthems of 80s rock, with some 70s and 90s favorites mixed in.

Where do you play?

Casinos, festivals, fairs, clubs, corporate and private events in Iowa and the region. Follow the Facebook events page for the next shows.

Can I request a song?

Yes. Use the Request a Song form on the home page. The band reviews every request, and we cannot promise a song will make the set.

How do I book the band?

Email the booking contact with your date, venue and event type. We reply personally, and a date is never confirmed until we do.

What do you bring to a show?

Pro sound, lighting and effects, backdrop and risers, scaled to your stage. Venues and buyers can request the Buyer Pack for the production details.

Do you have a press kit?

Yes. Bios, photos, logos and video links are on the Press Kit page.

How can I contact the band?

Use the contact page, or find us on Facebook. For event dates, start with the booking contact.

Booking a venue, festival or private event?

After Shock brings its own lights, backdrop, risers and sound. Send the date, venue and event type and we will reply personally.

Say hello

Contact After Shock

Quick questions, press, or just to say hi. For event dates, start with the booking contact.

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