About
The Reference is an Ann Arbor based power trio delivering raw, unfiltered garage rock. Featuring Sean E. (bass/vocals), Lee Schroeder (drums/vocals), and Craig Pacernick (guitar/vocals), the trio trades lead vocals over a noisy blend of catchy hooks and basement-born riffs. They chronicle the grit of middle age with a vintage genre-defying sound played at high volume. Deeply rooted in the Ann Arbor/Ypsi music scene, The Reference makes music that feels as real as the everyday challenges it describes.
Find us on social media and your streaming service of choice here: https://linktr.ee/thereferencea2
The Reference - Live Shows
03/11/2026
Nic Stevens with Valura, The Reference, The End of Ends - The Blind Pig, Ann Arbor, MI
DOORS at 8 p.m.
Blind Pig - Ann Arbor, MI
Event Details
03/11/2026
Nic Stevens with Valura, The Reference, The End of Ends - The Blind Pig, Ann Arbor, MI
DOORS 8:00 p.m. - 18 and up - $14.35 - +$5 at the door if under 21 - Buy Tickets here: Find tickets for 'nic stevens' at TicketWeb
DOORS at 8 p.m.
Blind Pig - Ann Arbor, MI
10/10/2025
Haunted Halloween Costume Party - The Token Lounge, Westland, MI
6 p.m.
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11:00 p.m.
The Token Lounge - Westland, MI
Event Details
10/10/2025
Haunted Halloween Costume Party - The Token Lounge, Westland, MI
Come out in costume (or not) and rock out with us and some great bands at one of the best venues in Michigan. The Reference will take the s...
6 p.m.
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11:00 p.m.
The Token Lounge - Westland, MI
8/29/2025
Fall Fest 2025 - Blind Pig, Ann Arbor, MI
7 p.m.
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11:30 p.m.
Blind Pig - Ann Arbor, MI
Event Details
8/29/2025
Fall Fest 2025 - Blind Pig, Ann Arbor, MI
Come out Friday night before the first UM home game and here some great live music at a storied venue.
7 p.m.
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11:30 p.m.
Blind Pig - Ann Arbor, MI
7/26/2025
Leilapalooza
12:00 p.m.
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11:30 p.m.
Leila Arboretum - Battle Creek, MI
Event Details
7/26/2025
Leilapalooza
Come enjoy a Saturday filled with music outdoors in beautiful Leila Arboretum. The Reference will be on the Fantasy Stage at 2:30 p.m.
12:00 p.m.
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11:30 p.m.
Leila Arboretum - Battle Creek, MI
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