Enter Shikari rocked the stage at Palladium Times Square, New York, delivering an unforgettable performance as part of their Dancing On The Frontline MMXXIV Tour, with the powerhouse support of You Me at Six and Yours Truly. And while the crowd was buzzing with energy, it wasn’t just the American spirit in the room—each band on this lineup brought their own international flavor, proving that great music knows no borders.
Yours Truly, a pop-punk band from Sydney, kicked off the night with high energy. The trio—vocalist Mikaila Delgado, guitarist Tedie Winder-Haron, and drummer Henry Beard—brought a classic pop-punk feel that captures the genre’s original spirit. They opened with “Back 2 U,” setting an upbeat tone for the crowd. Next, they played “California Sober” from their latest album TOXIC, along with other tracks like “Sour” and “Bloodshot Eyes.” To wrap up their set, the band closed out with two of their most popular hits, “High Hopes” followed by “Call My Name,” leaving fans amped up for what was yet to come.
Second was You Me At Six, gracing New York for one of their final performances. Though supporting Enter Shakari on the North American leg, You Me at Six is on their own on tour, the Final Night of Six Tour, a goodbye tour celebrating and bringing to an end their time as a touring band for the last twenty years. Fans buzzed with excitement as the stage went dark, and the side panels lit up with “You Me At Six” engulfed in flames around the wording. As each band member—drummer Daniel Flint, guitarists Chris Miller and Max Halyer, and lead singer Josh Franceschi—stepped onto the stage, the first chords of “Room to Breathe” softly echoed through the venue, gradually building anticipation before the band exploded into the introductory breakdown, with fans singing along and opening that pit up.
Their setlist was a nostalgic throwback to twenty years of music. It featured hits like “Stay With Me,” “Reckless,” and “Lived a Lie.” And for a fun surprise, they dropped their debut single, “Save It for the Bedroom.”
During “Take on the World,” fans lit up the venue with phone flashlights — one even holding up a lone lighter — creating a beautiful moment that connected everyone. The band ended with a fan-favorite “Beautiful Way,” taking the time to thank the audience for their endless support throughout their career and for joining them that night. They promised to be at the merch booth later, leaving fans buzzing with excitement and a hint of bittersweet farewell.
The crowd’s energy shifted as it was time for the closers, Enter Shikari. The crowd went wild, chanting for Enter Shikari until Rou Reynolds finally stepped onto the stage., a single light on him only. He began his spoken monologue from “System…”, an iconic starter to every recent show. Thunder echoed from the speakers and further amplified the audience. There’s something cathartic about screaming along with a crowd that builds anticipation before the longed breakdown, almost like waiting for the other shoe to drop. As the final moments of Rou”s voice rang out, the rest of the band—bassist Chris Batten, drummer Rob Rolfe, and guitarist Rory Clewlow—joined him, seamlessly transitioning into the start of “…Meltdown.”
Enter Shikari’s set took fans on a thrilling journey through some of their best tracks, keeping everyone on their toes with their unique blend of post-hardcore, electronicore, punk, and alternative rock. The setlist spanned nearly their entire discography. Recent releases from their 2023 album, A Kiss for the Whole World, like “Giant Pacific Octopus (I Don’t Know You Anymore),” “Bloodshot,” and “goldfĭsh ~,” to name a few, added fresh energy to the night, seamlessly mixed with iconic tracks from earlier in their career, showcasing the band’s evolution over nearly two decades.
Ending their main set with { The Dreamer’s Hotel } —one of their standout hits from Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible—left fans chanting for more as they eagerly awaited the encore. Their encore featured one of their most popular song from their 2023 album, “(pls) set me on fire,” followed by “Sorry, You’re Not a Winner” and “A Kiss for the Whole World x.” The encore felt like a final, explosive embrace between the band and their fans, sealing the night with a rush of nostalgia, energy, and pure, unrestrained connection.
Each band on this lineup was a must-see act, delivering a show that celebrated their journeys and brought both old and new fans together. Anyone who entered the venue as a casual listener left as a believer, having felt the full force of these bands’ unforgettable performances. Enter Shikari’s Dancing On The Frontline MMXXIV Tour is set to end early November in the United States, with the UK leg kicking off in late November alongside supporting band Teenage Wrist. These bands have left their mark on the stage—don’t miss the chance to experience their next unforgettable tour when they return stateside.
