The Devil Wears Prada @ Project House
TDWP x NOVELISTS x 156 SILENCE
10.21.2026
156 Silence
Hailing from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, American metalcore band 156/SILENCE brought an incredible amount of energy to the stage. From the moment they came out, they seemed determined to get the crowd moving, encouraging crowdsurfers and kicking off pit after pit. Getting a crowd this fired up as a support act is no easy feat, but they made it look effortless.
It was clear that they had plenty of dedicated fans in the room too, with several people sporting their merch and seemingly there specifically to catch their set. The crowd response was brilliant, and this was easily one of the highest energy performances ive seen from a support band in a while.
The last time I remember seeing a crowd go this hard for the support act was actually when I last saw The Devil Wears Prada when they were supporting Ice Nine Kills. That performance was what made me fall in love with TDWP in the first place, so seeing 156/SILENCE create that same kind of excitement was particularly special. If this set proved anything, it’s that a great support band can leave just as much of an impression as the headliner.
NOVELISTS
We need more female-fronted bands in metal core, and Novelists are a brilliant example of exactly why. Having never properly listened to them before this show, I was completely blown away by their sound and stage presence. There was one of the biggest surprises of the night for me, and I left knowing id be adding plenty of their music to my playlist.
Vocalist Camille Contreras immediately caught my attention, stepping out in a bright pink puffy dress that looked incredible on stage. Fashion descriptions aren’t exactly my strong suit, but it was such a cool look, especially from a photographic perspective. It gave the performance a distinctive visual identity and made them stand out in a way that I’ll remember long after the show.
Of course, the music was just as impressive as well. Novelists sounded fantastic live, delivering a performance that genuinely caught me off guard in the best possible way. They definitely earned themselves a place on my future playlists, and I'm excited to spend more time exploring their discography, and hopefully I can see them later at a Slam Dunk festival next year. They’ve certainly gained a new fan in me!
The Devil Wears Prada
This was my third time seeing TDWP, but my first time catching them headlining their own show. They have been on my radar for many years, having grown alongside the metal core scene myself, and the band now boasting an impressive 21 years as a band. That kind of longevity is a huge achievement in itself, and it speaks volumes about their ability to evolve, connect with listeners, and remain relevant in a scene that’s constantly changing.
My first time seeing TDWP was when they supported Ice Nine Kills on their A Work of Art UK tour. I was blown away by their energy and stage presence, and that performance turned me into an avid fan. In fact, I enjoyed them so much that I bought tickets for this headline show on release day. Needless to say, I’d been looking forward to this one for a long time.
This tour celebrates their ninth studio album, Flowers, released in 2025. It's an album that played a huge part in bringing me into the band, and hearing these songs live was one of the things I was most excited about. Tracks such as ‘So Low’, ‘Everybody Knows’ and ‘For You’ were particular highlights for me. There’s something incredibly special about hearing songs that mean something to you performed live, especially when you're surrounded by a massive crowd singing every word back to the band. Those moments felt personal, emotional, and genuinely memorable.
The atmosphere made these songs hit even harder. Hearing so many people connect with the same lyrics and pour that energy back into the performance was such a brilliant experience. It's one of the things I love most about live music: songs that might feel personal when you're listening to them alone suddenly become something shared with hundreds of other people.
Another thing that really stood out to me was just how thankful the band seemed to be. Throughout the set, they took moments to speak about their appreciation for one another and to thank everyone who had chosen to spend their time there with them. It never felt forced or like something they were simply expected to say. You could genuinely feel how much they appreciated being able to perform the music they love and share it with their fans.
The Devil Wears Prada is a band that deserves everything they've achieved and, honestly, so much more. Flowers is an incredible album, and seeing those songs come to life on stage only made me appreciate it more. If this era is anything to go by, I hope they continue to grow, reach even more people, and get the recognition they deserve.
If you've never given The Devil Wears Prada a chance, now is the time to change that. Whether you've been around since the early days or, like me, have only recently found your way into their music, there's something special waiting for you here.
An incredible headline performance, a room full of energy, and a reminder of why live music means so much.
