Descendants of Erdrick

Announcing our next performers for our Moon Prism Pride event: @doferdrick ! Descendants of Erdrick is a video game music tribute band that chronicles the adventures of classic and retro video games via high-energy prog-rock/metal arrangements, often utilizing motifs, ambience, and sound effects throughout their medleys in order to establish a mood. The trio, consisting of guitarist/vocalist Amanda Lepre, bassist Thad Stevens, and drummer Jaime Watson, canonizes soundtracks of gaming franchises such as SUPER MARIO BROS, THE LEGEND OF ZELDA, FINAL FANTASY, and DRAGON QUEST, among others in the 80's and 90's era through their own intricate style. In their home state of Texas, Descendants of Erdrick has been a regional driving force in video game music culture for 15 years. AFO & @ongakuoverdrive are teaming up for an ALL AGES charity concert benefiting @zebra_youth . We'll be announcing the rest of the lineup soon so stay tuned! #orlandoevents #orlandopride #animecon #animeconvention #nerdcore

#houstonconcert announcement! returning to the revered @1810ojeman with @intheaftermathofficial , @anovaskyway & @doferdrick on February 7th. Link in bio for tickets or buy them at the door while supplies last. #houstonconcerts #livemusichouston #do713 #rock #easycreditgroup

What an unforgettable night of sonic adventure at the legendary Kick Butt Coffee! The stage was commandeered by the incredible Descendants of Erdrick, who delivered a truly epic performance. Their masterful progressive metal arrangements of classic video game anthems like Zelda and Final Fantasy were both powerful and beautifully nostalgic, creating a truly immersive experience. The energy was amplified by the phenomenal open-format DJ set from special guest Eye Q, who kept the vibes flawless all night. A perfect pairing of talent at an iconic Austin venue! #DescendantsOfErdrick #EyeQ #KickButtCoffee #VideoGameMetal #ProgressiveMetal #ATXMusic #AustinDJ

AUSTIN- Catch us this Monday 8/18 w/ @bitbrigade at @comeandtakeitlive : TICKETS & INFO ➡ @comeandtakeitproductions

SAT MAY 3 - HOUSTON TX We're returning to @whiteoakmh to play alongside @goodjobunderground & @downfall2012 → tickets available → @easycreditgroup

Descendants of Erdrick is coming to Classic Game Fest on July 25, 26 & 27 in Austin, TX. Descendants of Erdrick returns once again to Classic Game Fest. This progressive-metal band is dedicated to re-imagining the soundtracks of classic video games and has been performing at CGF since the very beginning! Meet Descendants of Erdrick and see them perform live at Classic Game Fest. Click the link in our bio order CGF Wristbands now! #classicgamefest #retrogaming #videogames #austintx #vgm

What more can you say—Metal plus Video Games?? These guys are incredible!!! Austin, TX has a true treasure on their hands I hope to see them again soon!! #cyohacon2025 #descendantsoferdrick #videogametribute #lakecharles

What else is there to say? These guys rocked the house!!! Who doesn't love video game tribute music with METAL???? #videogamemetalcover #descendantsoferdrick #amandalepre #ltdguitars

FRI APR 11- for the first time, we're headed to Lake Charles, Louisiana to perform at this year's @cyphacon !!! #cyphacon #cyphacon2025

Wizards with Keytars? Absolutely. Dragons perched on mic stands? You better believe it. Last weekend at Kick Butt Coffee, the legendary video game tribute band Descendants of Erdrick didn’t just perform—they summoned an alternate dimension of pixelated glory, right in the heart of Austin! The moment their first note rang out, the entire café transformed into an 8-bit fortress—complete with blinking torches, floating platforms, and a secret passage behind the espresso machine. Eye-witnesses claim that a lone, silver-haired mage appeared mid-set, conjured giant pixel hearts above the stage, then vanished in a swirl of 16-bit sparkles. Meanwhile, the band’s drummer allegedly gained the power of “Limit Break,” turning each snare hit into a swirling cyclone of epic reverb. Throughout the show, the baristas—now honorary sidekicks—served Phoenix Down Lattes (to revive anyone fainting from sheer excitement) and Mana-Boost Matchas (so fans could keep cheering at level 99). The lead guitarist? Rumor says their axe is imbued with a +8 Dragon Force enchantment, allowing them to bend space-time during epic solos. They even used it to summon a gargantuan 8-bit airship above the coffee shop, whisking away the truly devoted fans for a bonus stage in the sky! If you missed it—fear not, adventurers! The mythic quest of Descendants of Erdrick is far from over. Legend tells of hidden runes scattered throughout Austin that open portals to their next show. Watch their socials closely… or maybe check the bottom of your coffee cup for a secret warp whistle. One thing’s for sure: when Descendants of Erdrick take the stage again, reality itself might just need an extra continue! Follow: @descendantsoferdrick Venue: Kick Butt Coffee, Austin, TX Caption: “They came, they leveled up, they conquered. Descendants of Erdrick turned Kick Butt Coffee into a realm of digital fantasy—complete with hidden loot and power-ups! Keep your eyes peeled for their next show, and don’t forget to pack a phoenix down!”

LIVE PERFORMANCE - tomorrow, Friday, December 20th, at Kick Butt Coffee in Austin, TX. Guess who with?! @returnersvgm has RETURNER'D! It's been literal years since they played in Austin, so be there for the homecoming! Alternatively, tune in on KBC's FB or YT channels for the livestream [which I hear will be simulcast from LaurenTheFlute on TWTCH if that's your preference]. Several Returners are pulling double duty in @superhitopsvgm , who are also an incredibly fun time! Descendants of Erdrick is a music band. Doors at 7, music at 8, FB event has all the info. Oh by the way it's pay what you want! See you there!

Lots of classic RPG and fantasy game tunes were rocked by @doferdrick at Warriors of Light, including #FinalFantasy Tactics. See their full performance on YouTube! 🐲 ______ #descendantsoferdrick #warriorsoflight #ongakuoverdrive #finalfantasytactics #finalfantasymusic #nobuouematsu #vgm #videogamemetal #videogamemusic #orlandogamers #floridagamers #orlandoshows #youtube #youtubemusic