Best Seats to see Taking Back Sunday
Upcoming Events Calendar
Aug 08
Sat . 07:00 PMYellowcard with Taking Back Sunday and The Click Five
Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza, Bethlehem, PASep 16
Wed . 08:00 PMTaking Back Sunday with Thrice and Saves The Day
The Pinnacle - Nashville, Nashville, TNSep 17
Thu . 03:30 AMLouder Than Life Festival - 4 Day Pass - with My Chemical Romance, Iron Maiden, Tool, and more
Highland Festival Grounds at KY Expo Center, Louisville, KYSep 18
Fri . 03:30 AMShaky Knees Music Festival - 3 Day Pass - with The Strokes, Twenty One Pilots, Gorillaz and more
Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GASep 18
Fri . 03:30 AMShaky Knees Music Festival - 2 Day Pass (Friday & Saturday) with The Strokes, Turnstile, Twenty One Pilots, and more
Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GASep 18
Fri . 04:30 AMRiot Fest - 3 Day Pass
Douglass Park, Chicago, ILSep 18
Fri . 12:00 PMLouder Than Life Festival - Friday - with My Chemical Romance, Pierce the Veil, A Day to Remember, and more
Highland Festival Grounds at KY Expo Center, Louisville, KYSep 19
Sat . 03:30 AMShaky Knees Music Festival - 2 Day Pass (Saturday & Sunday) with Twenty One Pilots, Gorillaz, LCD Soundsystem, and more
Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GASep 19
Sat . 10:00 AMShaky Knees Music Festival - Saturday Pass - with Twenty One Pilots, Pierce The Veil, The Prodigy and more
Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GASep 23
Wed . 08:00 PMTaking Back Sunday with Thrice and Saves The Day
Toyota Oakdale Theatre, Wallingford, CTThe band has been known to play both cozy Spaces and sizable arenas, each offering a unique experience. In smaller venues like Cain's Ballroom in Tulsa, the connection between the band and the Audience is electric. There’s nothing like being in a packed room where you can almost reach out and touch the musicians. In a setting like this, almost every seat feels like the best seat, offering fans an intimate experience that's hard to replicate in larger spaces.
Contrast this with larger venues like Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Virginia. The sheer scale offers its own kind of magic. The band knows how to use the space, often employing more elaborate lighting and pyrotechnics to keep even those in the farthest seats engaged. But make no mistake, if you want the best seats, be prepared to pay a premium for up-close and personal spots right near the stage.
If you're a budget-conscious concertgoer, ticket prices at smaller venues can start as low as $25 to $30. However, be warned: these low-cost tickets sell out fast. For the larger arenas, general admission can start around $50, while VIP packages can go for well over $200. The priciest tickets, often including extras like backstage access or exclusive merchandise, can range upward of $400.
Taking Back Sunday has also made a mark through collaborations and touring with various artists. Their past tours have featured bands like The Used, Anberlin, Coheed and Cambria, often resulting in unforgettable joint performances that have become the stuff of fan lore.
The band’s staying power is also a testament to their consistent evolution. While they haven't abandoned their emo and post-hardcore roots, they've ventured into softer, more melodic territory with recent albums. Yet they always seem to find a way to keep their music fresh, making each tour a unique experience, even for long-time fans.
Over the years, Taking Back Sunday has proved their resilience and versatility. While some bands of their era have faded into obscurity, this group has continually adapted, serving up a potent cocktail of nostalgia and newness that keeps fans coming back. They have particularly excelled in live shows, understanding that the venue is an extension of their music.
So, whether you're a fan from the early days or just discovering them, the best seats will significantly shape your experience. Depending on what you're willing to spend and The Kind of experience you're seeking, there's a range of options to ensure you make the most of their next concert. After all, in a Taking Back Sunday show, the music is just one part of a larger spectacle—one you won't want to miss.