LIVE: A Day to Remember, Papa Roach & Landmvrks – Big Rock Tour, Perth – 4 April 2026

Shane | 6 April 2026 | Reply

LIVE: A Day to Remember, Papa Roach & Landmvrks – Big Rock Tour, Perth – 4 April 2026
RAC Arena, Perth, Western Australia
Reviewed by Melanie Scrafton & Ayla Simpson
Photography by Luke Baker

A stacked lineup featuring LANDMVRKS, Papa Roach, and A Day to Remember might seem like an unlikely mix on paper, but in practice, the combo worked seamlessly, delivering a night that built in energy, emotion, and connection from start to finish.

French metalcore outfit LANDMVRKS, formed in 2014, opened the night to an already eager crowd at RAC Arena. Fans turned up early, merch lines stretched out the door, and the atmosphere felt lively before a note was even played. A few stood out in the crowd, including someone dressed as a giant roach and others in full character costumes, adding a playful edge to the early energy.

Despite a packed global touring schedule for 2026, including appearances at major festivals like Download, the band delivered a tight and aggressive set. Their blend of heavy breakdowns and relentless pace immediately got the pit moving. Security handled the intensity well, staying calm and measured even as crowd surfers came in hot. It was a strong opening that set the tone for everything that followed.

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When Papa Roach took over, the production stepped up instantly. A wall of fire and light erupted over the crowd as “Even If It Kills Me” launched the set at full throttle. From there, the band balanced high-energy moments with nostalgia and reflection, even throwing in a quick nod to The Ramones with “Hey Ho Let’s Go!” while “Kill the Noise” opened the pit into a churning mass.

Frontman Jacoby Shaddix kept a constant connection with the audience, reflecting on the band’s 26-year journey while commanding the stage with ease. One of the most powerful moments came as he paused to speak about mental health before introducing “Leave a Light On,” promising the band would always “leave a light on” and sharing that a contribution from the night’s show would go to a local charity. The arena responded with thousands of phone lights swaying together, turning the space into something deeply shared.

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He opened up further about his struggles with addiction and personal pain, describing a turning point that pushed him to want something more. That honesty carried straight into “Scars,” which hit with raw emotion as the crowd shouted every word back.

The set kept evolving, with a “Nu Metal Time Machine” medley paying tribute to bands like Korn, Deftones, Limp Bizkit, and System of a Down, before “To Be Loved” bled into “In the End” for a more reflective moment driven by guitar and bass. Closing with “Last Resort,” the entire venue locked in as Jacoby called for mosh pits and circle pits, backed by striking visuals, lighting, and bursts of pyrotechnics. The band was razor tight throughout, delivering a set that balanced nostalgia, catharsis, and pure energy.

By the time A Day to Remember hit the stage, the arena was completely packed. Starting about ten minutes late and slightly lower in the mix compared to Papa Roach, with a few minor distortion moments, none of it mattered once they launched into “The Downfall of Us All.” VIP fans lined the stage behind them as the crowd braced for impact.

Despite hints of jetlag, the band quickly fed off the crowd’s energy and came to life. Vocalist & guitarist Jeremy McKinnon made a point of engaging directly with fans, waving, pointing people out, and holding eye contact, making a massive arena feel surprisingly personal.

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Their set leaned just as much into fun as it did heaviness. A Super Mario-style character fired T-shirts into the crowd, instantly lifting the mood, while tracks like “LeBron” turned the floor into chaos with huge nets on stage and inflatable basketballs bouncing across the arena. Confetti cannons, shifting backdrops, dynamic lighting, and pyrotechnics kept the visuals constantly evolving, making it feel more like an event than just a set.

Between songs, the band brought things back to a more personal level, inviting VIP fans on stage behind the drum kit and speaking openly about jetlag, crediting the crowd for reinvigorating them. Instead of a traditional encore, they chose a more emotional close. An acoustic version of “If It Means a Lot to You” gave the audience a moment to breathe and sing together, before finishing with “Closer Than You Think” and “All Signs Point to Lauderdale,” ending the night on a high that felt both heartfelt and celebratory.

Across all three acts, the differences in style and audience didn’t divide the night, they elevated it. From the raw intensity of LANDMVRKS, through the polished, emotional punch of Papa Roach, to the fun, chaotic, and heartfelt finale from A Day to Remember, the show built naturally and kept everyone engaged. It was a lineup that could have felt mismatched, but instead proved exactly why it worked.

Remaining dates –
Mon 6 Apr – Adelaide, AEC Arena
Wed 8 Apr – Melbourne, Rod Laver Arena
Fri 10 Apr – Sydney, Qudos Bank Arena
Sun 12 Apr – Brisbane, Entertainment Centre

Set List – A Day To Remember

The Downfall of Us All
I’m Made of Wax, Larry, What Are You Made Of?
2nd Sucks
Right Back at It Again
Bad Blood
Paranoia
Miracle
All My Friends
Have Faith in Me
Flowers
Mr. Highway’s Thinking About the End
Resentment
LeBron
All I Want
The Plot to Bomb the Panhandle
If It Means a Lot to You
Closer Than You Think
All Signs Point to Lauderdale

Set List – Papa Roach

Even If It Kills Me
Blood Brothers
Dead Cell
…To Be Loved
Kill the Noise
Getting Away with Murder
Forever
Leave a Light On (Talk Away the Dark)
Wake Up Calling
Scars
California Love (2Pac cover)
BRAINDEAD
Help
Born for Greatness
Hey, Good Lookin’ (Hank Williams With His Drifting Cowboys song)
Between Angels and Insects
MEDLEY – Blind / My Own Summer (Shove It) / Break Stuff / Chop Suey
Last Resort