Panic! At The Disco Makes Triumphant Live Return at When We Were Young Festival

Epic Comeback After Two and a Half Years

Panic! At The Disco graced the stage last night, October 18, marking their highly anticipated return with the first of two performances celebrating the 20th anniversary of their landmark album, A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out. The concert took place at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds, delighting fans with the band’s first show in two-and-a-half years, following their farewell performance in Manchester’s AO Arena in March 2023 during the Viva Las Vengeance tour.

A Celebration of A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out

In a nostalgic tribute, Brendon Urie and the Panic! touring band performed the entirety of their iconic debut album, A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out, with several deep cuts making their live debut since 2007 or 2008. This full-album performance was a dream come true for long-time fans, showcasing the band’s evolution while honoring their roots.

Set List Highlights

After completing the album, Panic! At The Disco turned up the energy with a second set filled with fan favorites. The setlist included five tracks from Death Of A Bachelor, four from Pray For The Wicked and Too Weird To Live, Too Rare To Die!, and a single selection from Pretty. Odd.. Notably, the absence of any songs from their 2011 album, Vices & Virtues, was felt, but the surprise appearance of former drummer Spencer Smith during the encore for “I Write Sins Not Tragedies” made up for it.

Full Setlist from When We Were Young

Set One: A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out in Its Entirety

1. Introduction
2. The Only Difference Between Martyrdom And Suicide Is Press Coverage
3. London Beckoned Songs About Money Written By Machines
4. Nails For Breakfast, Tacks For Snacks
5. Camisado
6. Time To Dance
7. Lying Is The Most Fun A Girl Can Have Without Taking Her Clothes Off
8. Intermission
9. But It’s Better If You Do
10. I Write Sins Not Tragedies
11. I Constantly Thank God For Esteban
12. There’s A Good Reason These Tables Are Numbered Honey, You Just Haven’t Thought Of It Yet
13. Build God, Then We’ll Talk

Set Two

1. Don’t Threaten Me With a Good Time
2. Say Amen (Saturday Night)
3. Hey Look Ma, I Made It
4. Death Of A Bachelor
5. This Is Gospel
6. Miss Jackson
7. King Of The Clouds
8. Nine In The Afternoon
9. Vegas Lights
10. Emperor’s New Clothes
11. Girls/Girls/Boys
12. House Of Memories
13. Bohemian Rhapsody (Queen cover)
14. Victorious
15. High Hopes
16. I Write Sins Not Tragedies (with Spencer Smith on drums)

Conclusion

Panic! At The Disco’s return to the stage was a spectacular celebration of their legacy, delivering a night filled with nostalgia and high energy. Fans were treated to a meticulously crafted setlist that honored their debut album while reminding everyone why they have remained a staple in the music scene for two decades. With such a strong comeback, the anticipation for their second performance at When We Were Young is palpable.

FAQs

When was Panic! At The Disco’s last performance before this event?

The last performance took place in March 2023 at Manchester’s AO Arena during the Viva Las Vengeance tour.

What album did Panic! At The Disco celebrate during their set?

Panic! At The Disco celebrated the 20th anniversary of their debut album, A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out.

Did Spencer Smith perform with the band during the concert?

Yes, former drummer Spencer Smith made a surprise appearance during the encore for “I Write Sins Not Tragedies.”

What other albums were represented in the setlist?

The setlist included songs from Death Of A Bachelor, Pray For The Wicked, Too Weird To Live, Too Rare To Die!, and Pretty. Odd..