Photos and Review by Jim LaValley
Galleries: Black Veil Brides, From Ashes to New, TX2
The Worcester Palladium hosted the final stop of Black Veil Brides’ 24-city North American Tour on May 30, delivering a packed night that also featured From Ashes to New and TX2. The Palladium’s standing-room layout created an energetic atmosphere where fans stayed engaged from the opening act through the headliner. The venue’s intimate size compared to larger arenas allowed for a closer connection between the bands and crowd, while the sound remained balanced throughout the evening. Be sure to check out our accompanying photo gallery capturing highlights from all three performances.
TX2 opened the show and quickly connected with the younger audience. Frontman Evan Thomas led the band’s set alongside bassist and vocalist Corky Lee, guitarist Cam Rostami, and drummer Ethan Church. One of the night’s standout moments came when the band invited fan @aidentx2sversion onstage to perform a song he had been posting on Instagram. Thomas also took time to thank Black Veil Brides for the opportunity to join the tour, a gesture that resonated with the crowd.
From Ashes to New continued the momentum with a set built around material from their growing catalog. Co-vocalists Matt Brandyberry and Danny Case delivered strong performances, backed by guitarist Lance Dowdle, rhythm guitarist Jimmy Bennett, and drummer Mat Madiro. The band’s blend of rock, rap, and modern metal continues to earn significant support from SiriusXM Octane, and that popularity was evident as fans sang along throughout the set. Their latest material translated well live and reinforced why they remain one of the genre’s fastest-rising acts.
Black Veil Brides closed the evening with a performance that showcased the chemistry the band has built over more than a decade together. Vocalist Andy Biersack’s recognizable tone remained a defining element of the set, while guitarists Jake Pitts and Jinxx were locked in throughout the night, delivering tight leads and harmonized parts. Bassist Lonny Eagleton and drummer Christian Coma provided a solid rhythm section that drove the performance from start to finish. Touring behind their latest release, Black Veil Brides capped off the final night of the tour with a confident performance that served as a fitting conclusion to their North American run.