10.29.26- Los Angeles, CA
Knox brought his My Midwest Best Tour to the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles last night, and he did not disappoint. Two incredible artists opened the night for him: Kevian Kraemer and Emi Grace set the tone and energy that Knox’s set would follow. With only three more stops remaining after Los Angeles, the Fonda Theatre was one that made its mark on Knox’s tour.
Morris stepped on stage and opened with “4.3 Forty,” then went straight into “After the Afterparty.” The setlist was crafted with the intention of having a good time and forgetting about the worries you may have. Knox’s infectious energy created an atmosphere that made it hard to not get caught up in the moment. Between his constant movement and energy across the stage and his interactions with those in the crowd, it was clear that Knox truly does belong on the stage.
Throughout the night, Knox performed a variety of songs from his discography, giving fans a chance to experience and connect with new and old tracks. Some notable performances include "Treadmill," “Now & Then," “Ready or Not," “Pick Your Poison," and “D.N.A.” Each song added something to the performance and kept the crowd engaged throughout the set. Morris made a comment during his set about how usually the first four rows at a show are the ones with high energy, but last night he noticed that the energy kept going all the way to the back of the venue. There was not a single person not having a great time, and that is how every show should be.
One of the best parts of seeing an artist live is getting to experience their music in a completely different way than you would through headphones. Knox brought that experience to the Fonda, making each song feel like its own moment while still keeping the entire set connected. His stage presence and enthusiasm made it clear that performing is something he genuinely enjoys. Overall, My Midwest Best and seeing Knox perform might be something everyone needs to experience live at least once in their life.
Photographed by Caitlin Desai
