When you walk into a Twenty One Pilots show, you immediately feel the electricity in the air. And the SOLD OUT opening night of THE CLANCY TOUR: BREACH 2025 proved that the duo of Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun continue to redefine what it means to put on a live performance. Fans from around the world packed into Cincinnati’s TQL Stadium, and from “What’s your ETA? TWO MINUTES” to the final note, the energy never let up.
Before Tyler and Josh took the stage, the night kicked off with an incredible set from Dayglow. The indie-pop favorite had the stadium buzzing from the first notes, with fans clapping, dancing, and singing along to every song. “Can I Call You Tonight” was a highlight, hearing it live, surrounded by thousands of voices joining in, felt magical. What stood out most was how the Twenty One Pilots fanbase, known for their passion, truly showed up and out for Dayglow, giving them the same kind of love and energy they’d soon give to the headliners. It set the perfect tone for what was to come.
The Twenty One Pilots fanbase is unlike any other. Fans showed up in custom outfits, looks inspired by music videos, and traded friendship bracelets like treasured artifacts. Some were attending their very first show, while others proudly shared that this was their fifteenth. One fan even shared how she flew all the way from Sweden just to be there, and honestly, who could blame her? When it comes to this band, the devotion is real, and it was on full display.
That loyalty is why certain traditions continue year after year. Tyler once again trusted fans to hold him aloft on a small platform in the middle of the crowd, an act that only works because of the unshakable trust between artist and audience. That bond is rare, and it’s exactly what makes a Twenty One Pilots show feel like so much more than just a concert.
With Breach fresh off its release, opening night doubled as a celebration of both the new and the nostalgic. Fans weren’t just singing along to classics like House of Gold and Ride (where a young fan was brought on stage to help, and absolutely crushed it), they were screaming every lyric of the brand-new songs as if they’d been part of the setlist for years. Tyler even paused to share his gratitude, visibly moved at how quickly fans had embraced the record.
A new tour means a chance to try new things, and Tyler shared how this tour would be just that, and he wasn’t kidding. From the second stage where mid performance they had a car on fire, every element was bold, ambitious, and meticulously crafted.
Twenty One Pilots have never been afraid to weave narrative and lore into their shows, and the Clancy era was well represented. And the night made sure to pay homage to Dema, the fictional city central to the band’s mythology.
And then there were the personal touches. Every fan was handed a glowing, branded bracelet upon entry, creating waves of synchronized light across the stadium. Tyler told the crowd, “You all look fantastic tonight,” and judging from the collective roar, the feeling was mutual. As Josh made his way back from B-stage he lifted a massive Cincinnati flag covered in fan signatures high above the stage, another powerful reminder that this band’s heartbeat is its fans.
Twenty One Pilots shows are more than concerts, they’re experiences that fans carry with them forever. The blend of spectacle, storytelling, and raw musicianship (Josh’s drumming alone deserves endless praise) makes for something unforgettable. But what stood out most on opening night was how much the show meant on both sides. Tyler and Josh gave everything, and the fans gave it right back.
Cincinnati got the first look at THE CLANCY TOUR: BREACH 2025, and if night one is any indication, the rest of the world is in for something truly special.
You can grab tickets and full tour info at twentyonepilots.com/tour
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