Immediately, the crowd was singing the words with him.Īs Sanders reached the end of the first verse, the shadowy figures of Alex Garcia (guitar), Brooks Betts (guitar), Jake Bundrick (drums), and Jeremy Lenzo (bass) took their places right on time to launch into the song’s lively second verse.Īs the band played, jumping around the stage, something specific stood out about their appearance: despite stage lights being notorious for how hot they can be, all 5 members were dressed to the nines in 3-piece suits.Īfter the first song during a short interlude, the singer mentioned the style choice, saying “what better way to celebrate than to dress up in fancy suits and play the whole thing.”Īs the show continued, the members shed their long-sleeved jackets but their formal attire still added a layer of memorability to the occasion, further creating the celebratory feeling that people associate with typical anniversaries.Įach song the group plays has its own sound, from loud electric guitars to soft, wistful piano. The crowd cheered in anticipation as the venue lights dimmed and a soft, gentle-sounding instrumental tune played from the speakers.Ĭalmly, lead singer Derek Sanders strolled into view, standing solo at the microphone as he began their first song, accompanied only by a single piano track. The stage had been set with a backdrop depicting an ornate cathedral, and stained glass window panes and electric candelabras were spread across the stage. Before long, it was time for the headlining act. The show began with two openers: pop-punk bands Magnolia Park and Real Friends.īoth groups delivered spirited sets that left the crowd energized and ready for more. Many people in the line had grown up listening to Mayday Parade, whose emo-inspired rock sound guided them through good and bad times.įor these fans, the night was set to be a nostalgic dream come true, as the band had a very special plan for this tour: they were going to play their entire Self-Titled album, all twelve songs, from start to finish. Hours before the doors even opened, fans were lined up outside The Masquerade, and the air buzzed with excitement.

This year, the band celebrates the 11th Anniversary of their Self Titled album, released in 2011. American rock band Mayday Parade took to the stage in downtown Atlanta last Wednesday night as a stop on their latest world tour - but this isn’t just any tour.

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