A striking new chapter in alternative rock is set to unfold in Glasgow next spring. New York artist DEJA DEAD, real name Max Miller, has announced “AN EVENING IN THE DEAD ZONE,” a one night immersive event taking place at the Glasgow Film Theatre on Monday, 23rd March 2026.
The event will serve as the first public unveiling of Miller’s upcoming audiovisual album ‘DISCONNECTED’, a project created in collaboration with the late legendary Glaswegian alt rocker and producer RICO. Celebrated for his work with Gary Numan, Tricky and LCD Soundsystem’s James Murphy, Rico made a significant impact on the alternative music landscape. ‘DISCONNECTED’ stands as the final project he worked on before his passing in 2022, adding further depth and resonance to its debut.
Throughout the evening, attendees will be invited into the creative process behind the album. Max will present behind the scenes footage from the Glasgow recording sessions, alongside personal stories from their time working together. The event also traces the 15 year journey that brought him from New York City to Glasgow in search of a musical hero who ultimately became a friend.
The night will conclude with the premiere of a neon drenched short film designed to bring the themes of ‘DISCONNECTED’ into vivid focus. Conceptualized by Max and directed by Ben Sottak, the film connects directly to the album’s visual and emotional world. Sottak’s forthcoming debut feature ‘The Hallowarrior’ stars Milly Shapiro and Shannyn Sossamon.
Beyond the event itself, this announcement signals the launch of a broader creative universe surrounding ‘DISCONNECTED’. This includes ‘CLOUD GAME by DEJA DEAD’, an upcoming iOS game that expands the project into an interactive, narrative driven experience. Further details about the game and additional multimedia elements will be revealed later in the campaign.
