The Broken Souls Tour Embeds Lasting Memories To A Sold Out Crowd In Downtown Charlotte NC

The Broken Souls Tour made its highly anticipated sold-out stop at Charlotte’s Neighborhood Theatre on February 22, 2025, delivering an electrifying night of high-energy performances, emotional intensity, and crowd-fueled chaos. With a stacked lineup featuring Catch Your Breath, The Funeral Portrait, ARCHERS, and If Not For Me, the show was a perfect blend of soaring melodies, crushing breakdowns, and raw emotion. 

Neighborhood Theatre, with its intimate yet spacious layout, proved to be the perfect venue for a show of this magnitude. The dim lighting and rustic, repurposed-theater aesthetic created an atmospheric backdrop, amplifying the anticipation in the air as fans packed the floor. By the time the first band took the stage, the energy was already buzzing. 

If Not For Me wasted no time kicking things off with a powerful set that ignited the crowd from the first note. Opening up with their song “Demons”, their mix of melodic hooks and aggressive riffs made an immediate impact, setting the tone for the night. They worked the stage like seasoned pros, engaging the early crowd and pulling in even those still lingering near the bar. The bands played songs such as “Alone”, “Say It To My Face”, “Tragedy”, and “Blameless”. They closed out their set with “Feel Me Now”.

Next up, ARCHERS delivered a blistering performance of “Perfect Strangers”, blending tight musicianship with an undeniable stage presence. Their set was a rollercoaster of soaring clean vocals, crushing screams, and driving instrumentals that included bangers like “Made for Love”, “Drag Me Out”, “Say This Sober”, and “Before You Go”. The band had heads banging and fists pumping. The crowd began to loosen up, with small pockets of movement starting to form. A fan even gave the band his prosthetic leg to put on stage during their high-intensity performance! Talk about a “wow” moment! The band closed their set with “Blackmarketmonkeymagic”.

Opening up for Catch Your Breath, The Funeral Portrait took things to another level, stealing the show with “Generation Psycho” and bringing a dramatic and theatrical energy that captivated the entire venue. Their hauntingly melodic sound, combined with a charismatic performance, created an immersive experience. Playing hits like “You’re So Ugly When You Cry”, “Blood Mother”, and “Chernobyl”, the contrast between eerie atmospheric moments and explosive choruses made their set one of the night’s highlights, leaving the crowd buzzing for more. The band’s stage presence really captivated the audience by showing their fun, witty, and entertaining character. 

As the lights dimmed and Catch Your Breath took the stage, the energy in the room reached its peak. Opening with their hard-hitting track “Ghost Inside the Shell”, the band immediately had the audience in the palm of their hands. Their sound was massive, balancing heavy-hitting instrumentals with emotionally charged vocals that cut through the mix with clarity and intensity. 

The band’s setlist included many hits and crowd favorites such as “Mirror”, “Criminal”, “21 Gun Salute”, and “Good in Goodbye”. When the band performed “Shame on Me”, the energy in the room felt almost tangible. 

Standout moments included a powerful rendition of “Dial Tone”, which had the entire venue screaming the lyrics back. Catch Your Breath did an amazing job allowing the emotional weight of their music to settle in before launching back into high-octane anthems that had the floor shaking. The band’s connection with the crowd was undeniable, and their gratitude was evident in every moment. They closed out their set with an encore of “Y.S.K.W”. 

The Broken Souls Tour delivered an unforgettable night of music that felt both cathartic and celebratory. Each band brought something unique to the table, keeping the energy high from start to finish. Catch Your Breath proved why they’re one of the most exciting rising bands in the scene, delivering a headlining performance that was both polished and passionately raw. 

For those who missed it, this tour is not one to sleep on. With its perfect mix of aggression, melody, and heartfelt moments, The Broken Souls Tour is a must-see for fans of modern rock and metalcore. 

Written by: Shawn Flaherty of Rock News US/Rock News UK 2025