Cage The Elephant brought their electrifying energy to Philadelphia’s Mann Center on Friday, September 6th, delivering a performance that exceeded all expectations despite lead singer Nick Schultz’s recent injury. Known for his wild stage antics—often diving into the crowd or climbing structures—Schultz had to adapt due to a broken foot sustained earlier in the tour. He managed the stage on a scooter, keeping his right foot elevated while maintaining his signature energy.
Although Schultz’s physical movements were limited, his charisma was anything but. At one point, he joked about having to sit, stating, “I’ve never sat down before,” drawing laughter and cheers from the crowd. Every time he rose from the scooter, the audience erupted in applause on command, fueling Schultz’s amazement at their enthusiasm.
The band delivered a fiery 23-song setlist, highlighted by fan favorites like Ain’t No Rest for the Wicked, Mess Around, and the heartfelt Cigarette Daydreams. The night was charged with standout moments, including a performance of their latest single Rainbow, fresh off a recent TV appearance with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show!
i99Radio, a proud supporter of Cage The Elephant, plays more of their songs than any other band in our rotaion, and Friday night’s show was a testament to why their music resonates so strongly with their fans worldwide. Even with a physical setback, Cage The Elephant proved that nothing can hold them back from giving their all on stage.
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**Setlist:**
1. Broken Boy
2. Cry Baby
3. Spiderhead
4. Too Late to Say Goodbye
5. Good Time
6. Cold Cold Cold
7. Ready to Let Go
8. Neon Pill
9. Social Cues
10. Halo
11. Mess Around
12. Trouble
13. Ain’t No Rest for the Wicked
14. Skin and Bones
15. Rainbow
16. Telescope
17. House of Glass
18. Back Against the Wall
19. In One Ear
20. Sabertooth Tiger
**Encore**
21. Shake Me Down
22. Cigarette Daydreams
23. Come a Little Closer
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