ROCK AM RING 2024: Dropkick Murphys Know How To Party

It’s time to buckle up and dive headfirst into the world of one of Europe’s biggest celebrations of rock & metal music. Rock Am Ring 2024, where music enthusiasts from all walks of life unite under the banner of rock ‘n’ roll. Join us on this extraordinary journey as we witness the power of rock, metal and everything in between in all its glory. Rock Am Ring 2024 promises to be a monumental chapter in the festival’s storied history and you’ll find all the coverage you need right here at Strife Mag.

There’s very little about a Dropkick Murphys show that is left unsaid, and that is because the band have their ‘party formula’ sorted out. The band play their mix of Irish folk and punk rock with so much verve, that it’s hard to stand still watching the band perform. As a result, the moshpit whirls from the first moment onwards and beer flies through the sky all over the place. It is worth noting that the band played the mainstage hours at the start of the evening, but Rock Am Ring massively came out to watch the band perform. As far as the eye could see, people were dancing, jumping and moshing around to the many well-known songs from the outfit.

The setlist consisted of your usual suspects, including Shipping Up To Boston, Johnny I Hardly Knew Ya & The Boys Are Back. A Dropkick Murphys is a party like no other, and their show at Rock Am Ring was no exception. The only difference in comparison to the Dutch shows we have seen from the band so far is that there were a few more tens of thousands of people partying alongside the band!

Check out some of the images of their epic performance right below and let us know if you are going to see Dropkick Murphys live during the festival season. Stay tuned to all our Rock Am Ring coverage by following our socials over on X, Instagram and Facebook.

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CONCERT REVIEW: Dropkick Murphys Deliver Unforgettable Performance During Huge Amsterdam Show

After having played their last Dutch show in the summer of 2022, Dropkick Murphys returned to Amsterdam to perform a selection of their celebrated discography, including songs from the band’s latest album This Machine Still Kills Fascists. After an extensive Europe run, lasting well over a month, the stop in Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome was the next to last on the tour. Luckily, even a month in, the energy this band delivers is superb.

In these almost 30 years, a lot of songs have been created, which must be a hassle to come up with a fitting setlist for every tour. For these shows, Dropkick Murphys have decided to perform a whoppin’ 26 songs.

With the arenafloor being filled to the brim and the first ring receiving the same treatment, the Ziggo Dome was fuller packed than the last time the band came around, which is an exciting trend given the fact the band’s been around nearly 3 decades. The band, known for their infectious melodies and boisterous live shows, kicked off the night with The State of Massachusetts and The Boys Are Back, two popular tunes that immediately had the crowd on their feet and singing along.

Throughout the night, the band delivered a range of hits and deep cuts, including Rose Tattoo, Johnny, I Hardly Knew Ya, and I’m Shipping Up to Boston, and the new album was also featured on the setlist with a total of 4 songs including Cadillac, Cadillac, Ten Times More & The Last One, all of which were met with thunderous applause and the throwing of half-empty beercups into the air, ’cause why not. It’s not like a glass of beer costs a fortune or anything outrageous.

While the genre doesn’t have the biggest appeal to my person, a Dropkick Murphys show is never to be skipped due to the unmatched atmosphere. Dropkick Murphys put on a thrilling and unforgettable concert that showcased their musical prowess and undeniable stage presence. The moshpit never halts and the beer never stops pouring, at any given time, a Dropkick Murphys show is the place to be. You can get a glimpse of what the Amsterdam show looked like in the gallery below!