Was Pete Davidson in a band and does he still perform?
Yes, Pete Davidson has been in multiple bands and comedy-punk projects, most notably Gills of Pain and the Pete Davidson Band, and he has continued to perform limited live sets in 2023 and 2024. He is not currently fronting an active touring rock band, but he has appeared on festival and club bills with short-term projects. Below is a verified overview of his group history and present involvement.
Key group projects at a glance
| Name | Role | Active period | Genre/Notes | Source type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gills of Pain | Vocals / co-founder | 2018–2022 (sporadic activity) | Punk/alternative comedy | Interviews, social posts |
| Pete Davidson Band | Vocals / frontman (early) | 2021–2023 (limited shows) | Rock, comedy punk | Promoter listings, venue posts |
| One-off festival sets | Performer | 2022–2024 | 2022 Milwaukee Pridefest, 2023 Bunbury, 2023 The Teragram Ballroom | Event announcements |
| Frequent collaborators | Varies | Ongoing | Includes current and past musicians from projects above | Press and social |
Gills of Pain: formation and activity
Gills of Pain emerged in 2018 as a punk and comedy-punk vehicle featuring Davidson on vocals alongside fellow comedians and musicians. The group described themselves as “a band of comics who can play” and leaned into irreverent, high-energy live sets. They played club dates and small festivals, with performances tapering after 2021 as Davidson focused on stand-up and acting work. Public set lists included punk covers and originals mixing humor with punk tropes, but the project never released a full-length record.
Lineup and approach
- Core members rotated, typically including comics who double as musicians.
- Set structure: mix of punk covers and short original banter tracks.
- Gigs often tied to comedy festivals or charity events rather than standard club runs.
The Pete Davidson Band and later live appearances
In 2021 and 2022, promotional materials referenced a “Pete Davidson Band” for select shows, suggesting a tighter roster focused on rock and punk songs. By 2023, Davidson spoke about performing with a hired band for a small run of shows, including a noted set at Milwaukee Pridefest and a festival slot at Bunbury. These appearances were episodic rather than part of a sustained tour, and since 2023 his live output has been limited to occasional one-offs.
Selected live appearances 2022–2024
| Date | Event | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 2022 | Milwaukee Pridefest | Milwaukee, WI | Headliner; advertised as Pete Davidson Band |
| August 2022 | Bunbury Music Festival | Cincinnati, OH | Stage set; described as comedy-punk |
| March 2023 | Teragram Ballroom | Los Angeles, CA | Small club performance; limited attendance |
| 2024 | Social posts and podcasts | N/A | Davidson references playing locally; no announced tour |
Current status and how to interpret “band” for Pete Davidson
As of 2024, Pete Davidson is not fronting an ongoing, regularly booking touring band. He has engaged in short-term, project-based live work with rotating lineups drawn from comedian-musician circles. When he appears, it is typically at festivals, charity shows, or private events rather than a sustained club or arena tour. Therefore, describing him as “in a band” is accurate for specific projects, but inaccurate if it implies a permanent, full-time group identity or career path.
Quick comparison of projects
| Project | Primary role | Main activity window | Output | Public bookings after 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gills of Pain | Co-vocalist | 2018–2022 | Live sets only, no releases | Minimal |
| Pete Davidson Band | 2021–2023 | Festival and club sets | Episodic; none announced since 2023 | |
| Solo/host work | Comedian/actor | Ongoing | TV, film, stand-up | Primary focus |
Where to verify future appearances
To check whether Pete Davidson has a new band or one-off show, monitor venue calendars in New York and Los Angeles, festival lineups, his verified social accounts, and reputable ticketing platforms. Confirm dates with more than one source before assuming a recurring group commitment. No official band website or press kit exists to indicate a permanently active band at this time.