SUM 41 Takes a Final Bow: A Night of Pure Punk Passion

October 3, 2024 – On a lively night in Los Angeles, the YouTube Theatre was packed with excited fans ready to see SUM 41 for their final concert on the TOUR OF THE SETTING SUM. The night kicked off with The Interrupters, who got the crowd jumping with their fun ska-punk tunes.

The Interrupters: An Energizing Start

The Interrupters took the stage first, bringing tons of energy. Frontwoman Aimee Interrupter had the crowd singing along to songs like “Take Back the Power” and “Family.” Their catchy melodies and upbeat vibes had everyone dancing, setting the perfect mood for SUM 41.

SUM 41 Takes the Stage

As SUM 41 finally hit the stage, the excitement reached a peak. They opened with “Motivation,” and from that moment, the crowd was electric. Deryck Whibley’s voice filled the room, and fans were singing along, really feeling the music.

The setlist was a great mix of their biggest hits and some lesser-known tracks. Here’s a look at what they played:

1. Motivation
2. The Hell Song
3. Over My Head (Better Off Dead)
4. Screaming Bloody Murder
5. Underclass Hero
6. Some Say
7. Landmines
8. Dopamine
9. We’re All to Blame
10. No Reason
11. Walking Disaster
12. With Me
13. Makes No Difference
14. My Direction / No Brains / All Messed Up
15. Drum Solo
16. Crash (Deryck played this solo on piano and shared a story about it)
17. Preparasi a Salire
18. Rise Up
19. Riffs Interlude (A quick mashup of “Raining Blood” and “Master of Puppets”)
20. Pieces
21. Fat Lip
22. Still Waiting

A Night to Remember

Each song was met with cheers and sing-alongs. Fan favorites like “Fat Lip” and “Still Waiting” brought out loud voices from the crowd. Deryck’s solo performance of “Crash” was a touching moment where he shared the song’s backstory, bringing everyone together in a special way.

As the encore began with “Summer” and continued with “Waiting on a Twist of Fate” and “In Too Deep,” the crowd’s energy never faded. They sang along eagerly, showing just how much the band means to them.

The Farewell

The night wrapped up with a speedy cover of NOFX’s “Linoleum,” ending on a high note. As confetti fell, it was clear that this was not just a goodbye, but a celebration of SUM 41’s incredible journey.

Conclusion

SUM 41’s last Los Angeles show was a night filled with emotion and fun, reminding everyone of the impact this band has had on their lives. The TOUR OF THE SETTING SUM brought back memories and created new ones for their fans. As people left the venue, many had smiles on their faces and a bit of sadness in their hearts. SUM 41 will be missed, but their music will always live on in our memories. Thank you, SUM 41, for everything!

Photo Credit: Live photos by Angel Mejia for ZrockR Magazine – (c) 2024 – All Rights Reserved.