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When Lies for the Liars dropped in 2007, it felt like stepping into a completely different era of both The Used and my own life. By then, I wasn’t processing things the same way I had in the past. I was masking a lot, putting on a front to keep everything moving forward. So while this album didn’t hit quite as hard emotionally as the two before it, it still found its place in heavy rotation. There were songs that dug in deep and felt like they understood where I was, even if I didn’t fully understand it myself.
When In Love and Death came out, it landed in my life at a time when everything felt uncertain. My father had just passed away, and this record became something more than music for me. It was an emotional crutch, a place to put everything I didn’t know how to process. Where the self-titled album had opened the door for me to feel, In Love and Death walked me through the pain that followed. It was heavier, more vulnerable, and far more personal.
Every once in a while, an album comes along that doesn’t just land, it opens a door. For me, The Used’s self-titled record was that moment. When it dropped during my junior year of high school, it hit like a train. I had all this bottled-up emotion, this mix of anger, confusion, and sadness that didn’t have an outlet yet. Then this record came along, and it felt like it gave me permission to feel all of it. It wasn’t just music, it was validation that being chaotic, loud, and emotional was okay.
This three-night run wasn’t just a series of concerts, it was a full-circle experience. A reflection of everything The Used has built and everyone who has grown up with them. Night three captured the spirit of evolution and resilience, proving that even after 25 years, The Used are still pushing boundaries and connecting hearts.
What stood out most was how In Love and Death has aged — not just as a record, but as an experience. The Used sounded incredible, tight but still unpredictable in the way that makes their live shows feel alive. The production was dialed in perfectly to match the tone of the album, with soft lighting transitions and moments of quiet reflection between bursts of energy. Every scream, every whispered lyric felt intentional, a reminder of why this album still resonates 20 years later.
Night one set the bar high. For longtime fans, it was a trip back to where it all began. For newer ones, it was an invitation to understand why The Used has lasted 25 years and counting. And as the lights went down and the crowd filed out, one thing was clear — the legacy of The Used is still alive, still loud, and still absolutely unforgettable. 📸 Check out the full gallery.
What stands out about State Champs is that they always treat every show like it matters. Whether they’re headlining or on a support slot, they deliver the same level of passion and fun. Their set on the Maximum Fun Tour was proof of that, turning the middle of the night into one of the highlights of the entire show. By the end, the crowd was grinning, sweaty, and shouting for more. State Champs didn’t just fill their time, they left a mark.
Overall, A.R.S.O.N. is a confident and well-executed release that checks a lot of boxes for a wide range of listeners. The production is clean without being sterile, the soundscape is full and intentional, and the attention to detail shines through in everything from the riffs to the guttural vocals. It feels like a band that knows exactly who they are and how to deliver that experience effectively in 2026.