The Struts return to the Fillmore in Philadelphia on the 'Pretty Vicious Tour'

August 16, 2024

The Struts made a triumphant return to Pennsylvania on their tour with Barns Courtney that saw the band headline a proper SOLD OUT show at the Fillmore in Philadelphia.

Pennsylvania has become second home for The Struts over the years, who have been rocking the state since their early days. Their return to the state also fell on Pierre from WMMR's Birthday and they took the time out of their day ahead of the show to hit the studio for a special birthday surprise for him. Over the years the band has played everywhere from festivals like Made in America to radio-sponsored shows with ALT 104.5 in Philly, a free concert in Downtown Reading, and, of course, multiple performances at XL Live in Harrisburg. Though they've often been compared to other bands, the most fitting word to describe The Struts is "revolutionary."


The Struts lit up Philadelphia’s Fillmore with a 20-song set that took fans on a wild ride through their entire discography—packing in all the hits we’ve come to expect, plus a few deep cuts that were an absolute treat. From the very first chord, the sold-out crowd was hooked, and as the night wore on, the venue only got hotter—literally and figuratively. But The Struts didn't miss a beat, keeping everyone dancing through the heat with an electrifying performance. Highlights? Oh, there were plenty—“Dirty Sexy Money,” “Wild Child,” and “In Love With a Camera” were nothing short of showstoppers.

Luke Spiller, always a charismatic frontman, was on fire this tour—his energy levels were off the charts, and he had the crowd eating out of the palm of his hand. Between his soaring vocals and masterful crowd work, it’s no wonder this Philadelphia show will go down as one of The Struts’ best performances in the City of Brotherly Love.


The night reached its peak with an explosive rendition of “Could Have Been Me,” sending the crowd into a frenzy. And, true to form, Spiller left us all with a final reminder, shouting, “Thank you!” a million times over as the lights dimmed and fans spilled out into the Philly night, still buzzing from the high-energy show.


The Fillmore once again proved it’s a cornerstone for live music in Philadelphia, with The Struts raising the bar for all the shows to follow. If you missed it, don’t make the same mistake again—be sure to keep an eye on their calendar for upcoming shows, and grab your tickets before they’re gone!

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