Turnstile Ignite Philly On Never Enough Tour

Written By Maeghan Prophete

On September 15, Turnstile kicked off their Never Enough Tour, and I was lucky enough to catch their Philadelphia stop at the Mann Center. My anticipation for the tour began when their lead single, “Seein‘ Stars,” dropped, and my hype was doubled when Never Enough was released earlier this summer. The album enters new spaces for the band while rooted in their original punk sound, marking a perfect live sound.

Turnstile brought three supporting acts to prep the crowd for their fury. Jane Remover led off with hyperpop, an acquired taste—but the crowd stayed fun and alive. “Dancing with your eyes closed” stuck for its bass, which vibrated through my bones; its production is chaotic and electrifying. 

Next was Speed, a hardcore punk group hailing from Sydney. Their sharp and stylish merch indicated that the music must be good. At first, the hardcore crowd intimidated me, but I felt completely safe once I got into the pit. The sense of community was comforting, and watching everyone lose themselves in the music was beautiful. 

Philly’s own Mannequin Pussy concluded the opening sets, bringing incredible songs, raw energy, and a powerful message. They spoke on the turmoil splitting people apart in the nation and encouraged the crowd to unite, reminding everyone that we were there for peace and music. The crowd surprised lead singer Marisa “Missy” Dabice by singing “Happy Birthday,” a perfect moment for the hometown band on her birthday.

When the lights dimmed and the sun fell over the Skyline Stage, I felt a heavy wave sink over me. I call it the aura of the artist—the moment you know you’re about to witness something special. It’s like all of my energy left me for the stage as time paused. The only other times I’ve felt that way were with artists like Gorillaz and Lady Gaga. Turnstile carries that same weight, and their experimental sound pushed me even deeper into hardcore. 

Turnstile’s palpable chemistry can be caught in their interviews. They pass so much love back and forth, which bleeds into their live performance.  “I Care” is a perfect example of Turnstile playing around with the hardcore sound. The song starts unhurried and heats up midway. It’s incredibly catchy, and ever since the show, I haven’t been able to stop playing it.

 Every time I was in the mosh pit, I felt this amazing connection with everyone around me. I chronically don’t know the lyrics to any song, but midway through the concert, I took a moment to hear what the lead singer, Brendan Yates, sang. I thought, “I subscribe to the message coming through his mic.” 

Turnstiles’ lyrics make you feel like you’re not alone in the journey of growth. They acknowledge that there will always be some holes in confidence and success. Philadelphia definitely knows how to create a lively atmosphere. I’m already ready to see Turnstile again in April 2026, so stay tuned for more about this raw and powerful band.

Turnstile is on tour now. Find tickets here.