[Concert Review] ONEWE Lights Up Phoenix With Raw Energy and Rock Vibes

ONEWE doesn’t just perform—they ignite. From the moment they stepped on stage at The Nile, the energy was on another level. The crowd was loud. Like, drown-out-the-music loud. The band even joked they couldn’t hear themselves over us, and honestly, I believe it.

This Phoenix stop gave us a more intimate setting, and that made all the difference. The connection between the band and the fans felt personal—tight space, high volume, and zero barriers. After just three explosive opening songs, the band took a moment to introduce themselves, and the cheers (plus some playful barking) were proof this crowd showed up ready.

What really stood out was the chemistry between the members and their fans. Every interaction felt genuine, and they fed off the energy. Shoutout to their stylist too—the fits were fire across the board.

Musically, ONEWE delivered something rare. Live instruments, killer harmonies, and even a surprise vocal moment from the bassist gave the show layers you don’t always get with rock bands lately. The lead vocals were strong, the piano work was stunning, and the drummer? Tossing sticks mid-performance and still nailing every beat. Iconic.

A standout moment came when the pianist broke into “Remember Us This Way” from A Star Is Born. The rock version hit hard—fans were dancing, singing, and just soaking it in. Later, things slowed down with acoustic guitars and hands swaying in the air. Mid-song, I heard someone say, “He’s so good,” and it perfectly summed up the night.

The encore was chaotic in the best way. The drummer came out to talk but couldn’t even get a word in at first because the crowd erupted. “Can I say something?” he asked, laughing. That pretty much captured the energy—pure joy, chaos, and connection.

At one point, the band teased a show in Korea and the crowd responded with, “We have no money!” It was hilarious and real, and the band clearly loved it.

Even after an hour and a half, no one let up—not the band, not the fans. I go to The Nile often, and I’ve never heard it this loud. ONEWE promised they’ll be back, and after that performance, Phoenix will definitely be waiting.