Burning Airlines
J. Robbins's angular post-hardcore, reunited — Dischord DNA all over it, wiry riffs and odd meters from one of the DC scene's sharpest writers.
Burning Airlines formed in Washington, DC in 1997 around J. Robbins, who had previously led Jawbox and, before that, played bass in Government Issue. The band worked in the angular, tightly wound strain of post-hardcore associated with the city, pairing dissonant guitar figures and shifting time signatures with Robbins's melodic sense as a singer and songwriter.
Alongside his own bands, Robbins is widely known as a recording engineer and producer, having worked on records for a long list of punk and independent groups. Burning Airlines released two albums before disbanding, and the group has since played again in reunion form.
Festivals Burning Airlines is playing
Burning Airlines at a glance
What festivals is Burning Airlines playing in 2026?
Burning Airlines is booked at 1 festival: Riot Fest 2026.
Is Burning Airlines playing Riot Fest 2026?
Yes — Burning Airlines is on the Riot Fest 2026 lineup, September 18–20, 2026 at Douglass Park, Chicago, IL. They play Saturday, September 19.
Where is Burning Airlines from?
Burning Airlines is from Washington, DC.
What kind of music does Burning Airlines play?
Burning Airlines is tagged post-hardcore.
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