Breaking the Static: Wind Walkers turns up the heat on Our Last Night’s The Final Tour
Photo Credit Chris Klumpp
When Wind Walkers hit the stage, you know you’re about to be blown away and swept into a storm of raw emotion, melodic power, and a crowd connection that’s hard to put into words.
On September 5th, I had the pleasure of attending Our Last Night’s The Final Tour at Revolution Live in Fort Lauderdale. With support from Grayscale and Wind Walkers, it was the kind of night that reminds you just how powerful live music can be, not just as entertainment, but as a lifeline.
Wind Walkers, the Massachusetts-based melodic powerhouse, wasted no time kicking things into high gear. They launched into “Dead Talk” right out the gate, and from the first note, the energy in the venue was electric. As Trevor Borg stepped onto the stage, his vocals cut through with an intensity and clarity that instantly captivated the crowd.
Immediately after, they played “The End Aesthetic”, one of their latest singles released earlier this year, and one of three songs leading into their upcoming EP (dropping October 3rd). The response was wild. People weren’t just nodding along; they were feeling it. I was hyped, and around me, the energy only built. One girl behind me was screaming every lyric to every song, and honestly, it was awesome to see. I was singing too, and so was half the room. There was dancing, headbanging, and arms in the air. These songs don’t just make you think; they move you.
The band kept the momentum going, performing fan favorite songs from their previous album “What if I break?” The setlist felt personally crafted as every song left me having to catch my breath from all the constant singing. As they left the rest of the crowd and I was breathless, they treated us to their other newly released songs, “Eating My Heart Out” and my personal favorite, “Silk & Static.” Hearing it live was surreal. The way it blends vulnerability with this perfectly controlled chaos, it hits even harder in person. But despite the heavier themes, their music is equally undeniably catchy. Every chorus is big, bold, and made to be screamed back.
What really stands out about Wind Walkers to me is how seamlessly they combine emotional depth with infectious energy. Their willingness to be honest and just flat out real about mental health, self-doubt, and heartbreak gives their music weight. But it never feels heavy in a way that drags you down. Instead, it lifts you up. Their transparency becomes a kind of shared strength, a reminder that it's okay to feel messy and complicated, and that you're not alone.
They wrapped up their set with a total crowd favorite: “Hangfire.” The room exploded. It was the perfect closer, massive, anthemic, and impossible not to shout along to. The whole crowd was lit up, and you could feel the connection buzzing long after the final note rang out.
One of the most memorable moments from their set and may have been my absolute favorite of the night, was the moment Wind Walkers performed “Drowning Hymns.” Front man Trevor mid song yelled out “Make some noise for our photographer Danielle”, and brought out their own personal tour photographer to do the screams for the insane breakdown. In more ways then one I will simply just say she was iconic.
Wind Walkers didn’t just open the night; they owned it. With a setlist that delivered both heart and hooks, and a performance that brought people together, they proved they’re not just a band to watch, they're a band that matters. In a scene that can sometimes feel saturated, Wind Walkers stand out for being both real and ridiculously good. And if this is just a taste of what’s coming with their new EP, October 3rd can’t come soon enough.
Wind Walkers Setlist
09/05/25
At Revolution Live, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Dead Talk
The End Aesthetic
Almost Ecstasy
Silk & Static
Eating My Heart Out
Drowning Hymns
Bodybag
Hangfire
Preorder "I Don't Belong Here" EP
Wind Walkers have previously announced their upcoming new EP “I Don’t Belong Here”, set to release this October 3rd via Fearless Records. Following the release of singles “The End Aesthetic”, and “Eating My Heart Out”, Wind Walkers’ newest track release “Silk & Static”, adds an emotional but real and raw piece to the anticipated Fall EP. Along with a new music video, the Massachusetts band is not slowing down for anyone.
Wind Walkers supporting Our Last Night’s The Final Tour
Remaining Tour Dates here
Sep 10 - Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore
Sep 11 - Philadelphia, PA @ Franklin Music Hall
Sep 12 - Montclair, NJ @ Wellmont
Sep 13 - Boston, MA @ Roadrunner
Sep 15 - Quebec City, QC @ Theatre Capitole
Sep 16 - Montreal, QC @ MTELUS
Sep 17 - Toronto, ON @ HISTORY
Sep 19 - Buffalo, NY @ Town Ballroom
Sep 20 - Cleveland, OH @ The Agora
Sep 21 - Royal Oak, MI @ Royal Oak Music Hall
Sep 23 - Green Bay, WI @ EPIC Event Center
Sep 24 - Indianapolis, IN @ Egyptian Room @ ONC
Sep 25 - Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart's
Sep 26 - Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium
