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LIVE REVIEW: Hollywood Undead and Tech N9ne Co-Headline North American Tour “Hollywood & N9ne Returns”

With the support from Zero 9:36 and Set It Off at The Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, New Jersey on May 9th, 2025 Hollywood Undead and Tech N9ne embarked last month on the second leg of their sold out North American tour. This leg included a lot of Canadian dates. Zero 9:36 and Set It Off joined…

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With the support from Zero 9:36 and Set It Off at The Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, New Jersey on May 9th, 2025

Hollywood Undead and Tech N9ne embarked last month on the second leg of their sold out North American tour. This leg included a lot of Canadian dates. Zero 9:36 and Set It Off joined the tour. On May 9th,  the last day of the tour,  the show took place in legendary Sayreville, New Jersey. Overall this bill included bands that could easily sell out places on their own, so to no surprise this was officially Sold Out show and The Starland Ballroom was as full as it could be, with people lining up the hallways just to hear the music.

Written by Andris Jansons

A split image featuring the band Hollywood Undead in costumes on the top half and rapper Tech N9ne passionately performing on the bottom half.

First on the night was Zero 9:36, an American rapper / rocker who adopted his stage name based on the time he was born. Calling the neighboring state of Pennsylvania his home he is no stranger performing in Jersey. Relatively new to the music scene by releasing his first studio album in 2000 he is gaining momentum and following fast. Now three studio albums under his belt Zero 9:36 is cementing his place in the genre of mixing rap and rock. The night’s headliners are mentioned by him as his early influences. While his time on the stage was limited, he delivered a worthy performance supporting the following artists. Crowd was very pleased with what they heard. During the last song The End he was joined on the stage by Charlie Scene from Hollywood Undead.

Zero 9:36 links

https://zero936.com

Photo Gallery of Zero 9:36 performance below. Photos all rights reserved by Andris Jansons.

Zero 9:36 performing on stage with a microphone, wearing a cap and black outfit, engaging with the audience in a vibrant concert setting.
A performer on stage holding a microphone, viewed from behind, illuminated by stage lights in a dimly lit environment.
Live performance of Zero 9:36 at The Starland Ballroom, with him energetically engaging the crowd and showcasing his unique rap-rock style.
Zero 9:36 performing live at The Starland Ballroom, with dramatic lighting and a captivated audience.
A musician performing on stage under dim lighting, wearing a cap and dark clothing, with a microphone in hand.
A performer singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a black cap and a long-sleeve shirt, with a crowd visible in the background.
A male performer singing into a microphone on stage, surrounded by dramatic lighting and cheering fans.
Zero 9:36 performing live on stage with energetic lighting and an engaged crowd during a concert.
Silhouette of a performer on stage with hands raised, illuminated by dramatic lighting beams at a concert.
A performer on stage in low light, passionately engaging the audience while wearing a graphic sweatshirt, with drum equipment visible in the background.
Zero 9:36 performing on stage with dramatic lighting, microphone in hand, while a drummer is visible in the background.

Alternative Rock / Pop Punk band from Tampa, Florida came next. Oh boy, their performance was on fire from the start to the finish. Vocalist Cody Carson brought the crowd under his control within the very first moments. Performance was full of energy, and the band kicked it off with a proper banger, their latest single “Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing (Reborn)”. The band released their last album called Elsewhere back in 2022, and since then have been releasing singles, rather than the new album. So this setlist mostly consisted of their non album latest singles such as – Evil People, Fake Ass Friends, Parasite, Punching Bag and Win Win. While I missed the chance to see them last year on The Deathtless tour, I just wouldn’t miss my opportunity this time around. This was my introduction to the band (yes, they flew off the radar for me all this time), and they did gain a new fan.

Set It Off links

https://setitoffband.com

Photo Gallery of Set It Off performance below. Photos all rights reserved by Andris Jansons.

A performer with a beard and a hooded jacket, looking upward with a hand near his ear, illuminated by blue stage lights.
A performer passionately singing into a microphone on stage, dressed in a dark outfit with dramatic lighting effects.
A performer on stage with a microphone, wearing a dark outfit and engaged in a dynamic singing pose, with blue lighting illuminating the background.
A male performer passionately singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a loose black outfit, with dramatic lighting illuminating the scene.
A musician performing on stage, playing an electric guitar under blue lighting, with a focused expression.
A musician passionately playing a guitar on stage, wearing glasses and a casual grey shirt, with dynamic lighting enhancing the performance atmosphere.
A performer singing into a microphone on stage, with dramatic lighting creating an energetic atmosphere.
A musician passionately playing guitar on stage with focused expression, illuminated by stage lights.
A passionate performer on stage, singing and engaging with the audience during a live concert.
A performer passionately singing on stage with a joyful expression, illuminated by dramatic lighting.
A passionate performer on stage, energetically expressing himself during a live music performance.
A male performer passionately singing on stage, wearing a long coat and holding a microphone, with dramatic lighting creating an energetic atmosphere.
A close-up of a male performer singing into a microphone on stage, with dramatic lighting in the background.
A guitarist performing on stage with intense lighting during a concert.
Musician performing on stage with an electric guitar under blue lighting.
A musician performing live on stage, wearing glasses and a light blue t-shirt, playing a sparkling electric guitar under colorful stage lights.
A performer singing passionately into a microphone on stage, with dramatic lighting illuminating the scene.
A male performer passionately singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a loose, dark outfit. Bright stage lights create a dynamic atmosphere.
A male performer passionately singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a long, flowing shirt and holding a microphone with raised energy, illuminated by colorful stage lights.
Lead singer of Zero 9:36 performing energetically on stage with a microphone, dressed in a green jacket and baggy pants, surrounded by dramatic lighting.
A guitarist energetically performing on stage with a spotlight illuminating him, showcasing a dynamic pose with one knee raised and a joyful expression.

Legendary rapper whose career spans 29 years by the stage name Tech N9ne took the stage to the raucous ovation. He was greeted as a legend! His fans came here in numbers, I counted quite a few Strange T-Shirts in the crowd. The place instantly became a party zone. Total count of the songs in his set probably went into thirty, I did lose my count at around 20th. I usually don’t see many rap or hip-hop artists in my life, so this was a refreshing experience. While his songs mostly are short time wise, I believe he might have shortened some on purpose as well. It felt like a greatest hits medley, and the fans loved every second of it. I certainly would love to see his performance again.

Tech N9ne links

Photo Gallery of Tech N9ne performance below. Photos all rights reserved by Andris Jansons.

Tech N9ne performing on stage wearing sunglasses and a crown, with a vibrant light backdrop.
A male rapper performing on stage with sunglasses and a decorative headband, wearing a white outfit with unique graphic designs. He is holding a microphone and engaging with the audience during a live concert.
Close-up of a male performer with sunglasses and a crown, holding a microphone on stage, illuminated by colorful stage lights.
A rapper performs on stage, holding a microphone, with dramatic lighting and colorful stage lights in the background.
A performer in a white outfit and sunglasses energetically posing on stage with colorful lights in the background during a concert.
Zero 9:36 performing on stage with a high-energy presence, wearing a graphic t-shirt and white pants, amidst vibrant stage lights.
A performer on stage wearing sunglasses and a white shirt with a graphic design, surrounded by colorful stage lights. The background features instruments, indicating a music performance atmosphere.
Zero 9:36 performing on stage with a microphone, dressed in a stylish outfit with bright stage lights illuminating the scene.
Zero 9:36 performing live on stage, wearing a graphic t-shirt and sunglasses, with a drum set visible in the background.
Zero 9:36 performing on stage at The Starland Ballroom, dressed in a white outfit and sunglasses, engaging the audience with energetic gestures.
A performer energetically singing into a microphone on stage, wearing sunglasses and a graphic t-shirt, with dramatic lighting creating a vibrant atmosphere.
A performer on stage wearing a graphic T-shirt, gesturing with one hand while holding a microphone in the other, illuminated by dramatic lighting.
A rapper wearing sunglasses and a crown performs on stage, dressed in a white shirt with a graphic design and white pants, holding a microphone.

Rap Rock legends from Los Angeles, California The Hollywood Undead took the stage to close out the tour and night. This was my second time seeing the band live, with another time being back in 2019. I feel tempted to compare. In 2019 they concentrated on album V (five), which was their fifth album and first for the band as a five piece, after Da Kurlzz departure. This time around it was more as a retrospective spanning though most of their career. Back in time I left with the feeling of seeing a kick ass rock concert, and this time with the feeling of one hell of a party! Since 2017 the band’s lineup has stayed intact with J-Dog, Funny Man, Charlie Scene, Johnny 3 Tears and Danny. They opened their set with Riot from the album V. Interesting moment came when the band got ready to play Comin In Hot. They pulled from the audience about five or six youngsters, all by the looks of them under 10 year olds. First, Charlie Scene asked everyone who is their favorite band member. Charlie Scene was voted in as the most liked (not without any of his encouragement) which prompted him flashing his middle finger to the rest of the band. Kids stayed on the stage to help the band perform this song. After that they were sent back to their parents. Overall their set was full of energy and positive vibes. Memorable show that will be remembered for a while.

Hollywood Undead links

https://www.hollywoodundead.com

Photo Gallery of Hollywood Undead performance below. Photos all rights reserved by Andris Jansons.

A male guitarist performing on stage, with a focused expression, wearing a black sleeveless shirt and skinny jeans, illuminated by colorful stage lights.
Close-up shot of a tattooed male performer singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a cap and a sleeveless shirt with a snake graphic.
Zero 9:36 performing live, wearing a tank top with tattoos visible, holding a microphone and surrounded by stage lights.
A performer singing into a microphone under stage lights, wearing a cap and a black t-shirt, captured from a low angle.
A male performer singing into a microphone on stage, wearing sunglasses and a black 'Tom Kitty' t-shirt, with stage lighting creating a dramatic atmosphere.
A vocalist with tattoos passionately performing on stage, holding a microphone, with a guitarist visible in the background.
A close-up shot of a male performer on stage, holding a microphone and passionately engaging with the audience during a concert.
A musician on stage holding a guitar and gesturing with a finger to indicate silence or attention, wearing a sleeveless shirt featuring a graphic design.
A tattooed male performer passionately singing on stage with arms outstretched, illuminated by stage lights during a live concert.
Silhouette of a performer passionately singing into a microphone on stage, illuminated by dramatic stage lights, with drumming equipment visible in the background.
A male performer passionately singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a denim jacket and a green cap, with a dynamic stage lighting in the background.
A performer singing into a microphone on stage, wearing sunglasses and a green hat, while the audience and lighting create an energetic atmosphere.
A performer singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a sleeveless shirt and a baseball cap, with visible tattoos on their arms.
A male performer with tattoos on his arms and neck passionately singing into a microphone on stage, illuminated by red lighting, with an enthusiastic expression.
A musician performing on stage with a microphone and guitar, wearing sunglasses and a baseball cap, illuminated by stage lights.
Close-up of a male performer holding a microphone on stage, illuminated by colorful stage lights, showcasing tattoos on his arm.
Male singer performing on stage, holding a microphone with colorful stage lighting in the background.
A musician performs on stage, wearing a black shirt and a cap, holding a guitar and singing into a microphone with stage lights illuminating the scene.
A close-up shot of a male singer with tattoos, performing on stage with a microphone in hand and an energetic expression.
A male performer on stage with tattoos, wearing a sleeveless shirt featuring a skull graphic, passionately engaging with the audience during a concert.
A male performer singing into a microphone, wearing sunglasses and a black t-shirt, with red stage lighting in the background.
A dynamic performance by Hollywood Undead at The Starland Ballroom, featuring a lead vocalist gesturing passionately with bright stage lights in the background.
A male performer on stage passionately singing into a microphone, wearing sunglasses and a sleeveless shirt, with bright stage lighting creating a dynamic atmosphere.
A performer on stage with raised hands, surrounded by bright stage lights, creating a vibrant atmosphere during a concert.
A performer stands on stage with a bright light illuminating from below, creating a dramatic silhouette. The performer appears to be smoking, with smoke rising around them, while another figure is seen on the right side of the image.
A guitarist performing energetically on stage with bright lights and a vibrant background during a concert.
Musician performing on stage with a guitar, surrounded by colorful lights and smoke effects.
Lead vocalist of Hollywood Undead performing live at The Starland Ballroom, with a dynamic stage presence and bright lights in the background.

While this tour is over, follow the band through the links above and keep an eye for the news in our magazine to catch up with their news and future tours.

Promotional tour poster for Hollywood Undead and Tech N9ne featuring concert dates and supporting acts Zero 9:36 and Set It Off.

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