Bayside – 25th Anniversary: The Errors Tour

Photos and Writing by Adam Rodrigues

Bayside rolled into Charlotte and reminded everyone why twenty five years in, they’re still going just as hard. From the jump, “Montauk” and “Alcohol” set the tone, moody, fast, and raw. The crowd didn’t ease into it, they dove headfirst, and the room became one loud beautiful sing along.

The first stretch of the set brought momentum with “No One Understands” into “Boy” brought the nostalgia wave, while “Duality” and “Valentines” flexed the band’s ability to balance sharp edges with melody.

And then the closing run — “Can’t Go On,” “Walking Wounded (my personal favorite),” and “Call to Arms”— stacked anthem on anthem. The finale with “Blame It on Bad Luck,” and the iconic “Devotion and Desire” had everyone pouring their hearts and transported everyone back to when these song were new and the world was different.

Bayside didn’t just play Charlotte — they turned the night into a reminder of why this music still matters.

“And I know the spark inside your eyes 
was just the match I used to set myself on fire.”

Stage setup for a music performance featuring two electric guitars and a drum kit, illuminated by blue lighting.
Setlist for Bayside concert handwritten on a piece of paper, featuring song titles such as 'Montauk,' 'Alcohol,' 'No One U,' and 'Call to Arms.'
A guitarist passionately playing an electric guitar on stage, wearing a black 'Minor Threat' t-shirt, with vibrant stage lights illuminating the background.
A bassist performing energetically on stage, with colorful lighting in the background and a band banner behind him.
A musician playing guitar on stage, wearing a black shirt with 'Minor Threat' printed on it, under bright stage lights.
A guitarist in a red jersey passionately plays an electric guitar on stage, with vibrant stage lighting illuminating the scene.
A band performs on stage with two guitarists and a bassist in a vibrant, illuminated setting, showcasing energetic music performance.
A musician passionately playing a bass guitar on stage during a performance, illuminated by vibrant stage lights.
A close-up image of a band performance, featuring a guitarist intensely playing his instrument under colorful stage lights, while a bassist is partially visible in the background.
A musician passionately performing on stage, singing into a microphone while playing an electric guitar. The performer is wearing a black 'Minor Threat' t-shirt and is surrounded by vibrant stage lights, creating an energetic atmosphere.
Guitarist performing on stage, wearing an orange jersey, with focused expression and long hair amidst concert lighting.
A drummer performs passionately on stage, surrounded by colorful lights and a backdrop of band graphics.
A drummer performs on stage, wearing a black t-shirt and playing a green drum kit, with a pride flag attached to the drum. The background features colorful stage lighting and a banner with the band's name.
A musician passionately performing on stage with a microphone and electric guitar, wearing a black shirt with a graphic design, illuminated by vibrant red stage lights.
A guitarist performing energetically on stage with vibrant lights in the background during a live concert.
Musician performing on stage with a guitar, wearing a shirt that says 'Minor Threat', singing passionately into a microphone.
A drummer performing on stage with colorful lights illuminating the scene, dressed in a black shirt, surrounded by a drum kit.
A musician passionately singing into a microphone while playing an electric guitar on stage, with a drummer visible in the background and colorful stage lights creating an energetic atmosphere.
A performer singing passionately on stage with a guitar, illuminated by vibrant blue and white stage lights, while an engaged crowd enjoys the performance.
A guitar player on stage with long hair and a red shirt, performing passionately in front of a lit-up backdrop during a concert.
A musician performs on stage, playing an acoustic guitar with bright stage lights casting rays in the background, while an engaged audience watches.

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