December 10, 2024 – Starland Ballroom, Sayreville NJ
Review & Photography by Estelle Massry
Chris Daughtry, a name synonymous with powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics, has carved an enduring legacy in the rock music scene. Rising to fame as a finalist on the fifth season of American Idol in 2006, Daughtry’s talent and authenticity immediately set him apart.
As a longtime fan of Chris Daughtry, seeing him perform live at Starland Ballroom during his short Adrenaline Gone Ballistic Tour was nothing short of magical. From the moment the lights dimmed, and the band took the stage, you could feel the energy pulsing through the intimate venue.
Chris’s voice was absolutely phenomenal—raw, powerful, and filled with emotion. Whether he was belting out rock anthems or softening things up for the ballads, every note hit right in the heart and drew everyone in. As someone who’s followed Daughtry’s journey, hearing classics like “Home” and “Over You” was pure nostalgia. But what really stood out was how seamlessly the newer tracks, like those from his latest album Dearly Beloved, fit into the setlist. Songs like “Heavy Is the Crown” brought an edgier vibe that had everyone rocking out.
The band was tight and were full of energy that radiated throughout. This very intimate venue was honestly too small for Daughtry but the fans crammed in and took in all the love that Chris was giving out. Chris Daughtry doesn’t just perform; he connects. This show was everything I hoped for and more. The final stop of this short tour will be at the EPIC Event Center in Green Bay on December 21. Don’t miss out!
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Setlist
- The Reckoning
- Changes Are Coming
- World on Fire
- Crashed / Kashmir
- Separate Ways
- Home
- Change
- Shock to the System
- It’s Not Over
- Nervous
- Pieces
- Over You
- The Dam (Encore)
- Heavy Is the Crown (Encore)
- Happy Birthday to you (for Marty O’Brien)
- Artificial (Encore)