The Magnificent Remington Leith of Palaye Royale

Palaye Royale
https://palayeroyale.com
Palaye Royale, the glam art-punk trio formed in Las Vegas, consists of Remington Leith (vocals), Sebastian Danzig (guitar, keyboards), and Emerson Barrett (drums, piano). Their Death or Glory Tour was born from a year of personal upheaval and the need to reconnect directly with their fans through raw, immersive live performances. Supporting their 2024 release Death or Glory, the band played over 50 dates across North America and Europe, hitting key cities like San Francisco, Seattle, Chicago, Raleigh, Paris, Prague, and London. Their set was visually rich, featuring massive banners, choreographed lighting by Lightwave Designs, and set elements from Stageline Productions. The sound was expertly handled by touring engineer Alex “Mixer” Morgan, ensuring clarity across Remington’s dramatic vocals, Emerson’s thunderous drumming, and Sebastian’s sweeping guitars. Signed to Sumerian Records, Palaye Royale’s discography includes Boom Boom Room Side A (2016), Side B (2018), The Bastards (2020), Fever Dream (2022), and Death or Glory (2024). They performed in dramatic, fashion-forward costumes tailored to their art-rock aesthetic. The crowd at The Ritz in Raleigh was frenzied and devoted, with fans pressed up to the barricade in full glam regalia. Their merch table was packed with exclusive vinyl, gothic apparel, and posters. The band has received accolades such as Rock Sound’s Breakthrough Artist Award and maintains a strong fan-driven community through their Soldiers of the Royal Council, often advocating for mental health awareness and youth outreach.

Palaye Royale

I See Stars
https://iseestarsmusic.com
I See Stars brought their hybrid of electronicore and post-hardcore from Warren, Michigan, igniting the room with synth-heavy anthems and crushing breakdowns. The band’s current lineup features Devin Oliver (vocals), Andrew Oliver (keyboards, programming, clean vocals), Brent Allen (guitar), Jeff Valentine (bass), and touring drummer Dakota Sammons. Their visuals were aggressive and high-tech, featuring synchronized strobe patterns and LED panels. Songs from albums like 3-D (2009), The End of the World Party (2011), Digital Renegade (2012), New Demons (2013), and Treehouse (2016) were delivered with pinpoint aggression and control. Their soundboard was helmed by Jordan “J-Pulse” Fields, who ensured that the electronics didn’t overpower the guitars and vocals. Their wardrobe was sleek and minimal—band-branded gear and streetwear. Signed to Sumerian Records, they’ve carved a loyal base who mobbed the merch booth after the set. The band supports various causes through awareness campaigns related to addiction recovery and LGBTQ+ inclusion.

I See Stars

Weathers
https://weathersband.com
Weathers, the alternative rock band from Los Angeles, performed a razor-tight and hook-laden set that leaned heavily into the emotional resonance of their lyrics. The current members are Cameron Boyer (vocals, guitar), Cameron Olsen (guitar), Cole Carson (bass), and Dylan Jack (drums). Their sound—melancholic but energetic—was met with swells of crowd singalongs. The band’s lighting scheme was built around clean, color-blocked tones that matched their refined modern aesthetic, developed with input from the in-house lighting team and tour visuals designer Adrien Cole. Their sound was managed by Marcus “Marq” Delgado. Their discography includes the debut Kids in the Night (2018), Pillows & Therapy (2021), and Are You Happy? (2023). They’re signed to Bright Antenna Records. Their costuming was simple and unified—black denim, layered tees, and minimal accessories. Their merchandise sold quickly, especially limited-run shirts and handwritten lyric posters. The band has been actively involved in mental health awareness, using their platform to speak out about depression and therapy.

Weathers

Diamante
https://thisisdiamante.com
Diamante, born in Boston and raised in Los Angeles, opened the night with a set that was fiery, defiant, and unapologetically glam. Wearing a skin-tight, reflective outfit that mirrored the lights with every move, she tore through a blistering selection of songs from her discography, including the album Coming in Hot (2018) and follow-up American Dream (2021). Diamante Azzura, the sole core member, was joined by a tight backing band featuring touring musicians on guitar, bass, and drums. Her vocals were confident and razor-sharp, cutting cleanly through a mix engineered by Kelly “Torch” Richards. The lighting was minimal but effectively mirrored her reflective costume, creating a sharp, futuristic tone for her performance. Signed to Better Noise Music, Diamante has supported charities focused on animal rescue and youth empowerment. Her merchandise emphasized bold designs, rhinestones, and slogans that echoed the independence she brings to the stage. The crowd gave her a powerful reception, with fans in the front rows screaming every lyric, many clearly following her from city to city.

Diamante