LANY Made Phoenix Feel Like a Sunset Drive

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Rockstar Culture in Concert Reviews // 0 Comments

▣Arizona Financial Theatre | Phoenix, Arizona  ▣Thursday, March 26th 2026
▣Photographer/Journalist: Orion Knight

At Arizona Financial Theatre in Phoenix, LANY delivered a night that felt equal parts electric and intimate, blending high-energy performance with the kind of emotional pull that sticks with you long after the last song ends. Going into the show, I had never seen LANY live before, so I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. What I got was something that felt bigger than just a concert.

A female singer passionately performing on stage with a microphone, surrounded by a blurred, energetic crowd in a vibrant, colorful lighting atmosphere.

Opening the night was ELIO, who immediately set the tone with an infectious level of energy. From the moment she stepped on stage, she commanded attention. There was something instantly familiar about her, especially in her lyricism, which carried a storytelling quality reminiscent of Taylor Swift. Tracks like “Adderall,” “I Got The Boy,” and “Already Gone” showcased both her vocal strength and her ability to connect with the audience.

Her set also carried a sonic edge that felt inspired by The 1975, particularly in the guitar work that added texture and depth to her sound. It gave her performance a dynamic range that kept things interesting from start to finish. By the end of her set, the crowd was fully engaged, and it was clear she had won over a room that may not have known her walking in.

When LANY took the stage, the atmosphere shifted instantly. Frontman Paul Klein opened the show with “Soft,” standing silhouetted in red light. It was a simple but striking visual that immediately pulled everyone in. From there, the energy surged as they moved into “Why” and “Make Me Forget,” with both the band and the crowd feeding off each other in a way that felt effortless.

What stood out most throughout the night was Paul’s presence. He didn’t just perform the songs, he lived in them. Whether he was moving across the stage or locking into a moment with the crowd, there was a constant sense of connection that made the entire room feel involved. That connection hit a peak during one of the most memorable moments of the night, when Paul asked the guys in the pit to put their partners on their shoulders. Suddenly, there was a sea of girls dancing at near eye level with him, creating a surreal and almost cinematic moment that felt completely unique.

A silhouetted singer holding a microphone against a vibrant orange background, with audience members in the foreground holding phones to capture the performance.

LANY’s music carries a softness to it, but it never feels small. Instead, it fills the space in a way that feels expansive and emotional. Watching them perform, it was hard not to get pulled into that feeling. At times, it felt like being on a late-night drive with the windows down, watching the sunset fade into night while your favorite songs play in the background. There’s a nostalgia to their sound that hits in a very specific, very personal way.

From a performance standpoint, they were incredibly tight. The vocals were clean, the instrumentation was polished, and everything felt intentional without losing that sense of spontaneity that makes live music special. It’s the kind of show that reminds you why people fall in love with live performances in the first place.

If you’ve never seen LANY live or even explored their music, this is the kind of show that changes that. It’s more than just a setlist of songs. It’s an experience that leans into emotion, connection, and atmosphere in a way that feels genuine.

On the drive home, it’s hard not to think about tracks like “Sound of Rain” and the feeling they leave behind. LANY has a way of tapping into something deeply romantic, the kind of energy that makes you want to roll the windows down, turn the volume up, and maybe even stop to buy someone flowers. Whether it’s for a partner or even a stranger, their music carries a reminder to lean into those moment

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ELIO

Singer performing on stage with a guitarist in the background, bright stage lights illuminating the scene.
A singer performing on stage with a microphone, accompanied by a band, in a dimly lit concert setting with colorful stage lights.
A female vocalist performing on stage, holding a microphone, while a male guitarist plays beside her. The audience is visible in the foreground, silhouetted against stage lights and equipment in the background.
A singer performing on stage with a microphone, surrounded by vibrant red lighting, while a drummer is seated in the background.
A female singer performs on stage while a male guitarist plays beside her, with a drum kit visible in the background.
A female singer performing on stage with a microphone, surrounded by a blurred crowd and vibrant lighting effects.
A female musician singing and playing guitar on stage, with a male drummer in the background, illuminated by purple lighting.
A female musician performing on stage with a microphone and guitar, accompanied by a male drummer, blurred crowd in the foreground and colorful stage lights in the background.
A female musician performing on stage with a guitar, while a drummer plays in the background, under colorful stage lighting.
A female musician with long blonde hair playing an electric guitar and singing into a microphone on stage, with a drummer visible in the background, and colorful stage lighting creating a vibrant atmosphere.
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A singer with wavy blonde hair performs on stage, holding a microphone, surrounded by a cheering audience in a dimly lit concert setting.

LANY

Silhouette of a singer performing on stage against a colorful background, with concertgoers holding up smartphones to capture the moment.
Silhouette of a singer performing on stage, illuminated by stage lights, with an audience capturing the moment on their phones.
A performer with long hair stands on stage, passionately singing into a microphone while raising one hand. Bright stage lights illuminate the scene, surrounded by an audience holding up their phones.
A musician performing energetically on stage with dynamic lighting and a cheering crowd in the foreground.
A singer performing on stage with dramatic lighting and a large screen displaying their image in the background, viewed by an audience holding smartphones.
A live concert scene featuring a male performer singing into a microphone, with a band playing in the background. The atmosphere is enhanced by colorful lighting and fans holding signs in the foreground.
A musician performing on stage with colorful lighting and a blurred background, surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd holding up their phones.
A singer performing on stage with one arm raised, wearing a black t-shirt and wrapped bandages on their hands, with a colorful light backdrop.
A performer with long hair passionately singing into a microphone on stage, illuminated by bright stage lights, with a blurred background displaying visuals.
A singer performing on stage, captured from behind. The artist holds a microphone and one hand is raised, while colorful abstract lights and patterns are projected in the background.
A musician performing on stage, holding a microphone and guitar, with bright stage lights in the background.
A musician performing on stage with an electric guitar, wearing a black t-shirt, against a backdrop of lights and a video screen.
A performer on stage with long hair, wearing a black t-shirt, interacting with the audience under vibrant purple stage lighting.
A singer performing on stage with a microphone, illuminated by stage lights, surrounded by a blurred audience.
A lively concert scene featuring a crowd of fans dancing and holding their phones in the air, with bright stage lights and a large screen displaying images in the background.
A musician performing on stage with a guitar, silhouetted against a vibrant pink backdrop, while fans in the foreground hold their phones and cheer.
A singer performing on stage with a large screen behind displaying their image, surrounded by colorful stage lights and a cheering crowd.
A guitarist performing on stage with a pink guitar, illuminated by colorful stage lights against a purple background, while an audience member captures the moment on their phone.

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