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O.A.R. & The Goo Goo Dolls Bring The 'Big Night Out Tour' To Merriweather Post Pavilion | 8.4.23

Updated: Jan 14


 

 

On August 4th Merriweather Post Pavilion was buzzing with nostalgic anticipation as fans eagerly awaited an epic night of music. The Goo Goo Dolls and O.A.R.’s Big Night Out tour promised a blend of rock and alternative jams that would transport fans back to the late 90’s and 2000s.


Marc Roberege of O.A.R. at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography

John Rzeznik of the Goo Goo Dolls at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography
 

The sun set casting a warm glow over the pavilion, the Goo Goo Dolls took the stage to thunderous applause. The band, known for their heartfelt lyrics and timeless hits, started the night with classics like "Broadway" and "Slide." Lead singer, John Rzeznik perched on an equipment case with his foot in a medical boot. That didn’t seem to slow him down at all as the crowd swayed in unison, their voices blending with the music as the evening unfolded.

 
The Goo Goo Dolls at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography

The Goo Goo Dolls at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography

The Goo Goo Dolls at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography
 

Goo Goo Dolls Setlist

Broadway

Over and Over

Slide

Here Is Gone

Black Balloon

January Friend

Yeah, I Like You

So Alive

Sympathy

Lost

Come to Me

Name

Run All Night

Bringing On the Light

Better Days

Stay With You

Iris

 
The Goo Goo Dolls at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography

The Goo Goo Dolls at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography
 

Later in the evening, City On Down blasted across the pavilion as O.A.R. stormed the stage. O.A.R.’s hometown shows at Merriweather are unlike any other. They always generate an electricity that is only possible in Maryland. The energy reached its peak during a special rendition of I Won’t Back Down, by Tom Petty.

 
O.A.R. at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography

O.A.R. at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography

O.A.R. at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography
 

O.A.R. Setlist

City on Down

I Go Through

Shattered

Untitled

Black Rock

Toy Store

About and Hour ago

About Mr. Brown

I Won’t Back Down

Heaven

The Architect

Love and Memories

All Because of You

Hey Girl

Badfish

Delicate Few

That Was a Crazy Game of Poker

I Feel Home

Peace

Night Shift / Stir It Up

This Town

 
O.A.R. at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography

O.A.R. at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography

O.A.R. at Merriweather Post Pavilion by Nate Payne Photography

 

Goo Goo Dolls and O.A.R. continue the big night out tour through September. For more information please click the links below!

 

 

 

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Photography By:

Nate Payne Photography Washington, DC
 


 


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