Maggie Lindemann Sinks Her Teeth Into Portland
3.18.26 - Portland, OR
Maggie Lindemann has made it clear that her recent album I feel everything came from a very vulnerable perspective on the world; one in which each moment, each emotion, and each experience is something that leaves a lasting impact. To follow the release of the album back in October, the accompanying I feel everything world tour was announced, and last week, she brought the party to Oregon.
The album has a lot of high, energetic notes and a lot of lower, somber notes. Maggie chose the perfect track to kick off the night. “fang” is the opener of the album and one that absolutely set the tone for not only the project, but for the show. Maggie took the stage in fabulous studded black heels and commanded the room immediately. The crowd was quick to chant “FANG! FANG! FANG!” as she launched into the first song, and the energy stayed high far beyond that.
“spine” was up next— an obvious standout from the album and another one that the crowd sang back energetically. This one was especially fun with its lighthearted stab at a boy who needs to gain some courage.
‧₊˚♪ 𝄞₊˚⊹“The boy he needs to grow a spine!”‧₊˚♪ 𝄞₊˚⊹
One of the many highlights from the new album was the amazing features. “let me burn” features The Warning, the triple-threat of rock badasses that have collaborated with Maggie’s brand SWIXXZ in the past. “it’s still you” is a collaboration with Max Fry, the Florida alt/electronic post-punk wizard. Though neither of the two artists were there to sing the songs with her, Maggie launched into these songs and killed them. “let me burn” is an especially hard-hitting rock masterpiece that carries emotional anguish in a really heavy way— one that feels more like release than it does containment. It stood as an outstanding part in the set.
Lindemann slowed things down with “mourning,” a stunning track about feeling like you’ve already lost someone before they’re even gone. After the much needed breather of the calmer songs, she powered into some old fan favorites such as “self sabotage” (one that has recent had a viral resurfacing), “Crash and Burn,” and “girl next door.” Every time a song from her debut album SUCKERPUNCH was played, the crowd responded so well. It’s a testament to how much Maggie’s fans love her music, whether the songs are old or new.
Even through all of that, the last two songs of her set were my favorite. “one of the ones” is a sort of genre bender for Maggie; it blends hyper-pop tempo with a catchy chorus in a way that is relatively unique to her discography. This song was incredible to see live. The energy was already at the ceiling, but the live composition elevated the song even higher, pulling in guitars licks that brought the chorus to a whole new level.
The last song was the title track of the album, “I feel everything.” I’ve been a fan of Maggie’s for about five years now, and I can confidently say that this song holds my heart more than any song on her catalog. Something about it weaves emotion in a way no other of her song does, and hearing it live was sublime. The build up towards the chorus and how it peaks so wholly is stunning, and her vocals were unmatched in this track.
She came back out for an encore of one more song, “It’s Not Your Fault,” from her debut EP PARANOIA. Since she’s been changing up the encore choice for each show, I was so excited to get to hear this one live again. It’s another wonderful showcase of her vocal abilities.
This tour has been a turning point for Maggie. The depth and quality of both her albums and live shows has transformed so much over the years, but this tour has made it clear that she’s stepping her game up with each new era. The I feel everything tour was the most wonderful display of what she brings to the table as an artist and as a human being.
