Catch Your Breath – Fillmore Minneapolis – October 18th, 2026

Catch Your Breath with TX2, Arankai, and Colorblind – Fillmore Minneapolis – October 18^th, 2026

Review and photos by Kate Klaus

There was no shortage of energy, emotion, or outright chaos at the Fillmore Minneapolis on Sunday night as Catch Your Breath brought their “Not Broken Enough” Tour to town. With support from TX2, Arankai, and Colorblind, the four-band lineup delivered an evening packed with powerful vocals, crushing breakdowns, hilarious crowd interactions, and the kind of atmosphere that makes live music so addictive. Each band brought something different to the stage, from Colorblind’s emotional intensity to Arankai’s infectious personality and TX2’s theatrical mayhem, setting the stage for headliners Catch Your Breath.

Colorblind kicked off the evening with a performance that immediately demonstrated why they deserved a spot on this lineup. Their vocalist possessed an impressive range, moving effortlessly between powerful clean vocals and aggressive screams without sacrificing the emotion behind either. Their nine-song set included “Ghosts,” “Car Crash,” “Misery Loves Company,” and “God Complex,” but “Neversleep” was a particular standout. The song’s moody atmosphere and emotionally charged lyrics provided a compelling contrast to the heavier moments of their performance. Beyond their musical ability, Colorblind showed a natural connection with the audience. Their crowd interaction was engaging and genuine, helping build the atmosphere early in the evening. They struck an excellent balance between emotional vulnerability and explosive heaviness, delivering an opening set that was engaging and brought energy into the start of the show.

If Colorblind brought the emotion, Arankai brought the volume, personality, and an almost ridiculous amount of energy. From the moment they took the stage, Arankai commanded the room with a performance that was both incredibly loud and wildly entertaining. The audience responded with screams so deafening they were practically painful, creating an atmosphere that seemed to surprise even the band. Frontman Arankai proved to be as much a comedian as a performer at times, keeping the audience laughing between songs. At one point, while removing his jacket, he jokingly announced that he was stripping. The crowd erupted, prompting him to tease, “I know what kind of books you read!” He followed that with “That’s what daddy likes,” only to immediately become embarrassed by his own comment and attempt to take it back. The spontaneous exchange was hilarious and perfectly captured his playful, slightly chaotic stage personality. One of the evening’s most endearing moments came when he asked how many people in the audience knew who Arankai was. The overwhelming response appeared to genuinely amaze him, and his reaction made the connection between artist and audience feel especially authentic.

But underneath all the jokes was an artist who clearly cared about the people in front of him. When things became concerning in the mosh pit, he stopped the performance to make sure everyone was safe before continuing. Later, when someone lost their phone, he managed to turn the interruption into another round of jokes, playfully acting as though it wasn’t his problem. The set also featured an unexpected appearance from TX2 frontman Evan, who came out for a birthday song, adding another memorable moment to an already entertaining performance. Arankai delivered far more than a heavy musical performance. His combination of humor, genuine appreciation, crowd awareness, and sheer intensity made him one of the night’s most memorable performers.

By the time TX2 took the stage, the audience was already energized, but nothing quite prepared the room for what followed. Lead singer Evan arrived wearing a birthday crown, fully embracing the occasion with a performance that was equal parts celebration, theatrical production, and controlled chaos. The birthday-themed antics, including “Birthday Bitch,” established the playful tone immediately. Musically, TX2 was relentless. Evan showcased impressive versatility, transitioning between powerful screams, strong clean vocals, and rapid-fire rap passages. The combination gave the band’s sound a dynamic edge that translated exceptionally well to the live setting. Bassist and backing vocalist  Corky was equally phenomenal, delivering impressive vocals while she and guitarist Cam “Superblood” Rostami and drummer Ethan “Church” Vaillancourt matched Evan’s seemingly endless energy. Their stage presence added another layer to the performance, making the show feel like a full-band spectacle rather than simply a vocalist commanding attention. Their set included “Infamous,” “Black Wedding,” “Vendetta,” “HOSTAGE (they will not erase us),” “Feed,” and “Witch Hunt,” among others. The music was aggressive and emotionally charged, but the atmosphere remained overwhelmingly positive and inclusive.  Evan wasn’t content to stay onstage, either. He ventured fully into the audience to get the pit moving, putting himself right in the middle of the action. At another point, he climbed onto the barricade to sing directly to the crowd, turning an already intimate connection into something even more intense. The band’s theatrical instincts were on full display during their performance of material associated with Ice Nine Kills, including a moment when Evan playfully put the bassist in a headlock while he continued playing. It was over-the-top, theatrical, and exactly the sort of entertaining stage antics that made the set so much fun to watch. What made TX2 especially impressive was the way they balanced that theatrical chaos with genuine musical ability. Beneath the outrageous antics were strong vocal performances, tight musicianship, and a band that knew exactly how to command a crowd.TX2 didn’t just warm up the audience for the headliner. They delivered a performance that could easily have stood on its own.

With the crowd already pushed to a fever pitch by three impressive supporting acts, Catch Your Breath had a considerable challenge ahead of them. After three explosive opening performances, Catch Your Breath took the stage with a darker, more atmospheric approach that perfectly complemented their emotionally charged music. The production immediately established the mood, with dark lighting, muted tones, and thick layers of fog enveloping the stage. Similar to Arankai’s visual presentation earlier in the evening, the lighting created a dramatic, almost haunting atmosphere that enhanced the emotional intensity of the performance without distracting from the music. Frontman Josh Mowery’s vocals were a defining highlight of the set. His voice was exceptionally clear and powerful, delivering the band’s emotionally vulnerable lyrics with remarkable conviction. Rather than simply singing the songs, Mowery seemed to pour genuine emotion into every performance, giving even the quieter moments a sense of weight and intensity.

The band’s 18-song set opened with “Contaminated” and continued through fan favorites including “Lost,” “Ricochet,” “Deadly,” “Blood Money,” and “21 Gun Salute.” Throughout the performance, the contrast between soaring melodies, heavy instrumentation, and deeply personal lyrics created a compelling emotional journey. Songs such as “Hollow Dreams,” “Rewind,” “Good in Goodbye,” and “Dark” were particularly well suited to the atmospheric production, with the shadowy lighting and fog reinforcing the vulnerability and darker themes woven throughout the band’s music. The closing stretch featured “Shame On Me” and “Dial Tone” before the encore, “Y.S.K.W.,” bringing the evening to a fitting conclusion.

While the supporting acts often relied on explosive movement, theatrical antics, and humor to connect with the audience, Catch Your Breath demonstrated a different kind of stage presence. Their strength was in the emotional delivery of their music, allowing powerful vocals, immersive production, and honest songwriting to command the room.

What made this show especially memorable was the diversity of personalities and musical approaches on the bill. Colorblind brought emotional depth and powerful vocals. Arankai delivered deafening intensity alongside some of the funniest and most genuine crowd interactions of the night. TX2 transformed their set into a wildly entertaining spectacle without sacrificing musicianship. And Catch Your Breath closed the evening with a substantial set showcasing the music that brought the audience together. The strongest moments weren’t always the loudest breakdowns or biggest choruses. Sometimes they were an embarrassed musician trying to take back a joke, an artist looking genuinely stunned by the audience’s support, or a performer stepping off the stage to become part of the crowd. Catch Your Breath and the supporting acts delivered a night that was as emotionally charged as it was electrifying, and gave the crowd at the Fillmore Minneapolis an incredible night of music to remember.