At Central Park SummerStage, The Gaslight Anthem delivered a memorable performance as part of their History Books tour, with support from Joyce Manor and Pinkshift. The night was filled with anticipation as fans eagerly awaited the headliners after Joyce Manor warmed up the crowd with their emotionally charged punk anthems, including standout tracks like “Constant Headache.” Joyce Manor’s energy set the stage perfectly for the evening, with just enough intensity to keep the crowd engaged and ready for the main event.
When The Gaslight Anthem finally took the stage, they opened with “American Slang,” immediately igniting the crowd. The setlist was a carefully curated mix of the band’s most beloved tracks, including “45,” “Great Expectations,” and “The ’59 Sound,” along with newer songs like “Positive Charge” and “History Books.” Brian Fallon’s distinctive vocals and evocative lyrics resonated through the park, with the band delivering a performance that was both polished and passionate. The inclusion of a surprise cover of Billie Eilish’s “Ocean Eyes,” featuring Karina Rykman, was a unique moment that highlighted the band’s versatility.
The night culminated in a powerful encore, with the crowd erupting as the band closed with “The ’59 Sound” and a spirited cover of Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” joined by Pinkshift. The setlist was a perfect balance of old favorites and new material, showcasing why The Gaslight Anthem continues to be a force in rock music. Fans left the venue with a sense of shared nostalgia and excitement, reminded of the band’s enduring impact on the scene.
The band is set to perform across North America and Australia from August to December 2024, with shows in cities like Toronto, Chicago, and Minneapolis, joined by Joyce Manor and Pinkshift. Their tour will conclude with appearances at major festivals in Australia, including the Good Things Festival in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.
More tour dates and info at www.thegaslightanthem.com.
Gaslight Anthem Setlist:
- American Slang
- 45
- High Lonesome
- We Came to Dance
- The Weatherman
- Positive Charge
- Wooderson
- Howl
- Miles Davis and the Cool
- Michigan, 1975
- Handwritten
- The Spirit of Jazz
- Mulholland Drive
- Keepsake
- Here’s Looking at You, Kid
- Ocean Eyes (Billie Eilish cover) (with Karina Rykman)
- Mae
- Great Expectations
- The ’59 Sound
- Smells Like Teen Spirit (Nirvana cover) (with Pinkshift)
