ALL TIME LOW LIVE! | RITZ MUSIC VENUE

All Time Low Live at The Ritz – June 16, 2023

Venue: The Ritz, Raleigh, NC
Tour: Tell Me I’m Alive Tour
Support Acts: Mayday Parade, Games We Play

Touring in support of their ninth studio album Tell Me I’m Alive, the band delivered a set that spanned their two-decade career, blending fan favorites with fresh material that showcased their continued evolution. From the moment the lights dimmed and the first chords rang out, the crowd was electric. Fans jumped, screamed, and sang every lyric with abandon—some overwhelmed with emotion, others simply basking in the joy of live music. One fan near the barricade was visibly crying, overcome by the moment—a testament to the deep connection All Time Low has cultivated with their audience.

The band’s setlist was a dynamic mix of old and new, including:

• “Tell Me I’m Alive” – the title track and opener, setting the tone with urgency and introspection

• “Break Your Little Heart” and “Somewhere in Neverland” – pop punk staples that ignited the crowd

• “Dirty Laundry” and “Dark Side of Your Room” – moody, melodic, and emotionally rich

• “Lost in Stereo” and “Weightless” – high-energy anthems from Nothing Personal

• “Sleepwalking” and “Calm Down” – standout tracks from the new album

• “Last Young Renegade” and “Ground Control” – fan favorites from the 2017 album that brought a wave of nostalgia

• A surprise medley of pop punk classics including “Fat Lip,” “Teenage Dirtbag,” “My Own Worst Enemy,” “All The Small Things,” and “Sk8r Boi”

• “Dear Maria, Count Me In” – the iconic closer that turned the venue into a full-throttle singalong

Alex Gaskarth’s vocals were crisp and resonant, his tone unmistakably All Time Low. Jack Barakat’s playful energy and crowd interactions added levity, while Zack Merrick and Rian Dawson held down the rhythm section with precision and power. Each member brought their full selves to the stage—smiling, sweating, and connecting with fans in every corner of the room.

The band’s chemistry was palpable, not just musically but emotionally. Their joy in performing was contagious, and their gratitude for the fans was evident in every gesture and shout-out. The Ritz’s intimate layout amplified the emotional intensity of the show. Fans were shoulder-to-shoulder, hands in the air, voices raised in unison. The lighting design was vibrant and immersive, shifting with the mood of each song—from pulsing reds and blues to soft washes during ballads.

For longtime fans, the show was a full-circle moment. For newcomers, it was a revelation. All Time Low proved once again that they’re not just survivors of the pop punk wave—they’re architects of its future.

All Time Low’s 2023 performance in Raleigh was more than a concert—it was a celebration of resilience, connection, and the enduring power of music to lift us up. With a setlist that honored their past and embraced their present, the band gave fans an unforgettable night—and, as one fan put it, “an All Time High.”