Myles Kennedy: Rock Night at the Elysée Montmartre
- Eden Bisiot
- Aug 8
- 3 min read
Updated: Sep 3
On June 15, 2025, the Elysée Montmartre was set to host an important event: Myles Kennedy was scheduled to perform there, accompanied by Massive Wagons, as part of The Art Of Letting Go tour, which has been underway for nearly a year and aims to promote the legendary musician's new album.
Massive Wagons: an energetic opening act
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Massive Wagons, a British hard rock band, kicked off this unusual evening. Playing a string of hits and recent releases, the band created a great atmosphere from the very first songs, and the audience gave them a warm welcome.
Their latest album, Earth to Grace, released in 2024, opened the doors to many European venues and festivals, consolidating their status on the continent. And on June 15, they didn't let up! Songs such as Cool Like a Fox and Night Skies perfectly captured the band's vibe, getting the crowd to headbang and move to the beat, just like Barry Mills, the band's singer, who never stopped jumping around on stage.
The explosive riffs, as well as the frontman's humor and infectious energy, also played a big part! In fact, he even handed his microphone to the audience several times so they could sing along with him. Technique and interaction with fans often make for a memorable concert.
This heavy rock, carried by Barry Mills' flawless vocal techniques, once again won over the hearts of the audience, who came to discover the band and left as fans. It's a live energy that you can't help but appreciate, and I highly recommend you go and check it out!
The band then left the stage to thunderous applause, before the crowd calmed down, waiting for the headliner.
Myles Kennedy: Between rhythmic riffs and catchy ballads
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The lights go out and the first notes of Nothing More To Gain ring out, plunging the audience into a festive atmosphere from the very first seconds.
The venue was pretty full for a Sunday night, and Myles Kennedy himself was quick to point this out: “It's Sunday night. We thought no one was going to show up, but you're here.” Myles always takes care to pay attention to and thank his audience. He knows exactly how to create a warm connection with just a few words.
A little later, he asks us, “How many people here know and like the last record?” and the entire room starts shouting, affirming their admiration for this opus. And indeed, we are treated to a total of six songs from The Art Of Letting Go, out of 15 songs on the setlist. And the fans were just as happy to hear the old songs as the new ones, clapping along to Miss You When You’re Gone and jumping up and down to Say What You Will, which was a highlight of the evening, showcasing the rock power of Myles Kennedy, Tim Tournier, and Zia Uddin live!
They also treated us to several solos throughout the evening, which delighted the hearts of fans watching the stage in ecstasy.
Another highlight was undoubtedly Love Can Only Heal, which the singer introduced with these words: “One of the things that makes me happiest is to hear how songs help people's lives.” There were flashes and lighters in the air, gentle embraces... A truly timeless moment as the audience sang at the top of their lungs. Myles then ended the song with a “Thank you, I love you!”
For the encores, we were treated to Alter Bridge's Watch Over You, and In Stride by the artist himself, where he made sure to introduce the musicians accompanying him before concluding with smiles and a “Thank you so much for tonight.”
Myles Kennedy's concerts always exude authenticity. He navigates between humor, humility, and a flawless performance. And this Sunday, June 15, was no exception. He offered us a sincere as well as musical encounter, juggling between an intense voice and warm exchanges with the audience for a memorable and deeply human moment.
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