Rockers Jason D. Williams and The Dollyrots Shine on Last Day of Little Steven's Underground Garage Cruise 2

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The second annual Little Steven's Underground Garage Cruise wrapped up with an epic final day of music, highlighted by electrifying performances from Memphis rocker Jason D. Williams and perennial garage rock favorites The Dollyrots. The cruise, which took place April 3-7, 2026 aboard the Norwegian Cruise Line ship Pearl, featured dozens of shows from 30 acts including Social Distortion, Low Cut Connie, The Pandoras, Buzzcocks, and many more.

Why it matters

Little Steven's Underground Garage Cruise has quickly become one of the must-attend events for fans of garage rock, punk, and roots music. The cruise's diverse lineup and intimate festival atmosphere create a unique experience that celebrates the enduring appeal of these genres.

The details

Jason D. Williams, known for his high-energy piano-driven performances in the style of Jerry Lee Lewis, wowed a packed crowd at the ship's Atrium Stage with a set that included classics like 'Jambalaya (On the Bayou)' and 'Crazy Arms.' Williams also surprised the audience with a cover of the Violent Femmes hit 'Blister in the Sun.' Later, The Dollyrots took the stage in the Stardust Theater, delivering an enthusiastic set that included fan favorites like 'I Know How to Party' and 'Attention Span.' The band also covered Melanie's 'Brand New Key,' turning the folk-pop hit into a ferocious punk anthem.

• The Little Steven's Underground Garage Cruise 2 took place April 3-7, 2026.
• The final day of the cruise featured over 12 hours of non-stop music performances.

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What’s next

Little Steven's Underground Garage Cruise 3 is scheduled to take place April 24-28, 2027 aboard the Norwegian Cruise Line ship Jewel, sailing from Miami to Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic. Headliners announced so far include X and The Damned.