Dead Pioneers

Glasswerk presents 

Dead Pioneers 

+ Yakkie

Live at Rebellion Manchester

27th February 2026 

Dead Pioneers emerged as a dynamic extension of vocalist Gregg Deal’s performance art,
seamlessly blending music with critical cultural commentary. Rooted in the same themes of
identity and resistance that define his visual work, the band’s sound acts as a powerful platform
for addressing the complexities of Indigenous experience. Deal harnesses the raw energy of
punk and alternative influences to challenge prevailing narratives, using lyrics that provoke
thought and evoke emotion. Just as his performance art confronts the legacies of colonization
and systemic marginalization, Dead Pioneers – completed by Josh Rivera and Abe Brennan on
guitars, bassist Lee Tesche (Algiers) and drummer Shane Zweygardt – engages audiences in a
visceral dialogue about survival, resilience, and reclamation of voice. This musical endeavor not
only amplifies his artistic vision but also creates a space for collective expression and solidarity,
inviting listeners to reflect on the intersections of culture, history, and identity in a contemporary
context. Through Dead Pioneers, Deal continues to assert that art, in all its forms, can be a
powerful vehicle for activism and change.

Please note this ticket includes a £0.50 venue levy for the maintenance and upkeep of Rebellion.