August 1, 2025 – PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel NJ
Review & Photography by Estelle Massry
The Offspring ignited PNC Bank Arts Center on August 1st, 2025, with a high-octane set that blended nostalgic punk anthems and sharp new material. Their SUPERCHARGED Worldwide in ’25 tour started on July 11th in West Palm Beach FL and will end on September 7th in Denver, CO.
New Found Glory started off the night and brought pure pop-punk joy to PNC. The stage design was vibrant with pinks and yellows as the band jumped out on stage with full on energy. Jordan Pundik’s vocals were full of heart, and Ian Grushka’s energy was unstoppable. The band was tight, fun, and clearly having a blast—feeding off the crowd’s nonstop singalongs. It was everything you want in a New Found Glory show: loud, fast, and unforgettable just like the rest of the night would be.
Jimmy Eat World appeared on stage with the same level of energy and delivered an emotionally charged, beautifully polished set. Opening with “Pain,” they immediately drew the crowd into their world of soaring choruses and heartfelt lyrics. Jim Adkins’ vocals were spot on and full of conviction. As a photographer I would have loved to have him step away from the mic so I could see his face but the fans didn’t seem to mind. “The Middle” turned into a massive singalong, while deeper cuts like “Sweetness” gave longtime fans goosebumps.
As soon as Jimmy Eat World wrapped, The Offspring made sure that their fans were hyped and ready for their show. Video screens began entertaining everyone with The Offspring trivia, a mascot with a gorilla mask shooting out T-shirts, and shots of the audience kissing & dancing. There was even a mini-blimp going down every aisle of the venue until the countdown began for The Offspring’s entrance.
The Offspring brought up the energy to a whole other level. They opened with a blistering version of “Come Out and Play,” and the entire amphitheater lit up. Thousands of fans sang every word like a war cry, from grizzled ’90s punks to teenagers in fresh band tees. Dexter Holland’s vocals were as sharp and snarling as ever, and Noodles absolutely shredded through each solo with effortless cool. The band sounded incredibly tight, clearly energized by the massive, enthusiastic crowd.
The setlist was a perfect blend of nostalgia and newer material. “Self Esteem” brought the biggest singalong of the night, and “The Kids Aren’t Alright” nearly blew the roof off. Even newer tracks like “Make It Right” were received like old favorites, proving the band still has plenty of fuel in the tank.
Tonight was a reminder that The Offspring remain a force in punk rock. I left the venue feeling the same way I did when I first discovered them: alive, rebellious, and full of adrenaline. A night to remember!
For more info please visit http://www.offspring.com http://www.jimmyeatworld.com http://www.newfoundglory.com