CONCERT REVIEW: Falling In Reverse Make German Return

It had been several years since Falling In Reverse last toured Europe, and much has changed for the band in that time. Already well-established, they skyrocketed to new levels of fame following the release of their single Popular Monster in 2019. Now, with the album of the same name finally out, the band is riding an unprecedented wave of success.

The European tour faced overwhelming demand, with venues selling out within minutes and thousands of fans unable to secure tickets. To accommodate, many shows were upgraded to larger venues, including the stop in Frankfurt. Initially planned for an audience of 2,500, the event was moved to the Festhalle, where 8,000 fans filled the sold-out ground floor of the venue—a testament to the band’s growing appeal.

Joining the tour as support was Hollywood Undead, known for their high-energy performances. Their hour-long set highlighted a wide-ranging discography and included their latest single, Hollywood Forever, a nod to their fans and past work. The band kept the crowd engaged with lively interactions and even invited a fan on stage to play the guitar, making their performance an enjoyable lead-in to the main act.

Half an hour later, a 7-year wait finally came to an end. The anticipation culminated as the screens displayed Falling In Reverse backstage, walking toward the stage. Amid loud applause, frontman Ronnie Radke and the band kicked off their set with Prequel, performed under moody lighting while the music video played on screens. From there, the production escalated, featuring an elaborate light show and an impressive array of pyrotechnics. Tracks like Zombified showcased the intense visual effects, with fire and video backdrops amplifying the energy of the performance.

The recipe shifted when Falling In Reverse performed the song ‘Just Like You’, where a cameraman came on stage and live footage of the band and the audience was shown on the screen. The song is well-known for the chorus, in which Radke sings he is aware he’s an asshole but honestly “I’m just like you”. It makes for an exceptionally fun live track and the live footage of the audience with the lyrics showing on screen was a nice touch.

After an attempted exit after Just Like You, a persistent “fan” in a cowboy hat humorously demanded the band’s return backstage by screaming at them. They obliged, as one does, with Radke donning the hat to perform All My Life, a more country-inspired track featuring guest vocals from Jelly Roll. The set concluded with a trio of their heaviest songs, peaking with the intense Ronald, before closing with fan-favourite Watch The World Burn. The finale featured dramatic pyro effects, leaving a lasting impression.

The Popular MonsTOUR has set a new benchmark for the band in Europe, signalling a fresh chapter in their career. With festival appearances already scheduled for next year, Falling In Reverse seems poised to climb to headliner status, following a trajectory similar to bands like Bring Me The Horizon. This tour marks an exciting moment for both the band and their fans, solidifying their place as a major force in the scene.

Check out photos from the extraordinary performance in the gallery below and let us know if you are attending any of the remaining Popular MonsTOUR show dates!