From First Pitch to Final Encore, ONE OK ROCK Delivers Unforgettable Night in Seattle
SEATTLE (May 14, 2025) – Japanese rock legends ONE OK ROCK returned to Seattle on Tuesday night for the second stop of their North American Detox Tour, igniting the WAMU Theater with a high-energy performance that left fans buzzing long after the final encore.
The band, whose last Seattle appearance was in 2022 at Showbox SODO while promoting their album Luxury Disease, is now touring in support of their latest release, Detox. Opening for ONE OK ROCK is Australian punk outfit Stand Atlantic, who warmed up the crowd with a vibrant 45-minute set featuring both fan favorites and fresh tracks.
Before the concert, the members of ONE OK ROCK made a surprise appearance next door at T-Mobile Park, where they threw the ceremonial first pitch at the Seattle Mariners game against the New York Yankees. Accompanied by the Mariners Moose for a group photo, the band enjoyed some Major League Baseball action, met with cheers from fans who recognized them in the stands.
Excitement began building early in the day, as lines of enthusiastic concertgoers wrapped around the WAMU Theater. Fans began arriving hours before doors opened at 7 p.m., eager to claim prime spots near the stage. By early evening, the crowd had grown into the thousands, stretching down the length of Lumen Field. Conversations buzzed with anticipation, as fans swapped stories of past shows and shared thoughts on the new album.
When the venue doors opened, fans surged inside, some rushing to the barricade, others to the merchandise tables to grab tour swag before the show began.
Stand Atlantic took the stage at 8 p.m., delivering a high-octane set that had longtime fans singing along and new listeners quickly joining in. Their energetic performance set the tone for the night.
At 9:15 p.m., the lights dimmed and ONE OK ROCK took the stage, launching into “Puppets Can’t Control You” from Detox. The crowd erupted as the band followed with fan favorites “The Beginning” and “Save Yourself”, both of which were met with deafening sing-alongs and roars of approval.
The stage setup was sleek and minimal, three risers at the front, a higher drum riser in the back, and a large screen displaying visuals and lyrics. Throughout the night, lighting effects, lasers and fog machines added to the theatrical atmosphere, enhancing the band’s powerful performance.
Frontman Taka paused between songs to connect with the audience, speaking passionately about the band’s lyrics, the state of the world and the importance of unity and standing up for change. True to form, he also addressed the Japanese-speaking portion of the crowd in his native language, drawing cheers from international fans.
Bassist Ryota Kohama took his turn on the mic, hyping the crowd and challenging Seattle to prove its reputation for having one of the loudest audiences on tour. The response was a thunderous, arena-shaking roar that seemed to meet the challenge.
The night was not without its surprises. Midway through the set, a bra was thrown onstage. Taka, amused, picked it up and quipped, “Are we still doing this in 2025?” He then humorously modeled it for a few moments, laughing along with the audience before the band jumped back into the set.
Later, in a heartfelt encore, the band returned to the stage wearing customized Seattle Seahawks jerseys bearing their names, prompting an emotional reaction from fans and cementing the band’s appreciation for the local crowd.
From the first note to the final bow, the audience was electric, jumping, dancing, singing and cheering with unrelenting energy. As the house lights came up, smiles and tears filled the room, a testament to the unforgettable experience shared by all in attendance.
The North American Detox Tour continues with 13 more dates. The next show is set for Friday, May 16, in San Francisco. For fans of live rock music, this is a tour not to be missed.
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