Model & More Tour: Wallows in Huntington, NY
Dedicated fans braved the snowy February weather, lining up outside The Paramount in Huntington, New York to see Wallows at a sold-out stop on their Model & More tour.
After wrapping up their Model tour, the trio, Dylan Minnette, Braeden Lemasters, and Cole Preston, have opted for a more intimate setting this time around, trading larger venues for smaller theaters allowing for a closer, more immersive connection with their audience. The setlist seamlessly wove together fan favorites, deeper cuts, and an exciting preview of unreleased material.
Opening the show, Deb Never eased into her set as her effortlessly cool presence extended beyond aesthetics as she created a soundscape both introspective and expansive. Songs like “Not in Love,” “This Alive,” and “Momentary Sweetheart” stood out, catching the attention of both familiar and unfamiliar listeners, many of whom pulled out their phones to Shazam her songs. She also played unreleased songs with her dreamy vocals and hazy production leaving the audience eager for what’s to come.
From the moment Wallows took the stage, the energy in the theater surged. They opened with “Anytime, Always” and transitioned into “Scrawny,” a track whose punchy bassline and playful lyrics never fail to ignite the crowd.
They also played “Sun Tan” and “Treacherous Doctor,” both driven by jagged guitar distortion and a raw garage-rock energy that electrified the crowd. Later, the trio performed their unreleased track “Hide it Away,” an intense and moody number that unfolds with layered guitars and a steady pulse, gradually building in intensity. Dylan’s restrained yet emotive vocals created a sense of quiet turmoil and its swirling melodies left the audience eager for its official debut.
Amidst the high-energy moments, Wallows also took time to slow things down. The hushed, introspective melodies of “At the End of the Day” washed over the crowd, while “These Days” carried a wistful charm that had fans swaying along. When performing “Uncomfortable,” there was a tangible sense of shared emotion as its delicate instrumentation and heartfelt lyrics added a layer of vulnerability—proving just how deeply Wallows’ music resonates with their listeners.
That intimacy between the band and their audience carried over into one of the night’s most memorable moments when Braeden made his way off the stage and up into the balcony seating area during “Going Under,” weaving through the crowd as he exchanged high-fives and hugs.
As the night neared its end, Wallows performed “I Don’t Want to Talk” and then briefly left the stage before returning with a two-song encore. Fans sang along to their breakout hit “Are You Bored Yet,” a song that has undeniably cemented itself as an indie anthem. They closed with “Only Friend,” the opening track to their debut album Nothing Happens, wrapping up the night in a full circle moment of bittersweet nostalgia.
Wallows consistently deliver exhilarating performances, reaffirming their status as one of the most dynamic and engaging bands in the alt-rock space. Whether leaning into their signature bedroom-pop-meets-surf-rock instrumentals or experimenting with more layered, electronic-infused production, their live performances never fail to leave a lasting impression.