On March 21st, 2026, SOMA San Diego hosted a stacked lineup of music. The Devil Wears Prada along with openers Four Year Strong and I Promised The World were the heavy hitters taking the stage tonight. What unfolded was more than just a co-headline bill; it was a showcase of energy, emotion, and evolution within the scene.
Four Year Strong kicked things off opening with Uncooked. They wasted no time getting bodies moving, quickly pulling the crowd into their signature mix of melodic hooks and hardcore punch. We All Float Down Here turned the room into a massive singalong early on, while heavier cuts like Get Out of My Head and WHIPLASH pushed the pit into overdrive. Heroes Get Remembered, Legends Never Die hit like a defining moment in their set, uniting longtime fans and newer listeners. By the time they closed with Wasting Time (Eternal Summer), the crowd was fully warmed up, sweat-drenched, and more than ready for what came next. As an opener, Four Year Strong didn’t just set the tone they raised the bar.
After a quick turnover, The Devil Wears Prada took the stage to a darker, more atmospheric intro, launching into Where the Flowers Never Grow. The shift in tone was immediate and intentional. Where the opener thrived on bright chaos, Prada leaned into tension and weight, pulling the crowd into a heavier, more immersive experience. So Low and Danger: Wildman followed, the ladder igniting one of the most explosive reactions of the night. The band’s ability to move between eras of their catalog without losing cohesion was on full display, balancing their early chaotic metalcore roots with the more refined, emotionally driven material of recent years.
Watchtower and Salt showcased the band’s melodic side, adding layers of atmosphere without sacrificing intensity. Tracks like Broken and Chemical further emphasized that evolution, blending haunting clean vocals with crushing instrumentals in a way that felt both modern and deeply personal.
Mid set highlights like Dogs Can Grow Beards All Over and Dez Moines sent longtime fans into a frenzy, while newer tracks such as Ritual and For You demonstrated how much the band has grown sonically. Kansas stood out as one of the most emotionally resonant moments of the night.
By the time they hit Sacrifice, the main set felt like it had covered every corner of their discography. But the encore pushed things even further. Play the Old Shit was less a song and more a statement, immediately followed by Assistant to the Regional Manager and Hey John, What’s Your Name Again? A one-two punch of nostalgia that brought the night to a chaotic close.
What made this show stand out wasn’t just the strength of each band individually, but how well they complemented each other. delivered a set rooted in fun, connection, and relentless energy, while brought depth, intensity, and a sense of atmosphere that elevated the night into something more dynamic.
Watchtower and Salt showcased the band’s melodic side, adding layers of atmosphere without sacrificing intensity. Tracks like Broken and Chemical further emphasized that evolution, blending haunting clean vocals with crushing instrumentals in a way that felt both modern and deeply personal.
Mid set highlights like Dogs Can Grow Beards All Over and Dez Moines sent longtime fans into a frenzy, while newer tracks such as Ritual and For You demonstrated how much the band has grown sonically. Kansas stood out as one of the most emotionally resonant moments of the night.
By the time they hit Sacrifice, the main set felt like it had covered every corner of their discography. But the encore pushed things even further. Play the Old Shit was less a song and more a statement, immediately followed by Assistant to the Regional Manager and Hey John, What’s Your Name Again? A one-two punch of nostalgia that brought the night to a chaotic close.
What made this show stand out wasn’t just the strength of each band individually, but how well they complemented each other. delivered a set rooted in fun, connection, and relentless energy, while brought depth, intensity, and a sense of atmosphere that elevated the night into something more dynamic.
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Photos and review by Michael Benesh