Your Friends From The Real World
The Your Friends From The Real World Tour rolled into the Brooklyn Bowl in Philadelphia, transforming the venue into a night of loud guitars, bright energy, and pure indie-punk joy. With only two bands on the lineup: Vial and Durry, the show had a tight, intentional flow that allowed each act to fully shine. Both bands delivered sets that were fun, emotional, and instantly connected with the crowd.
Vial came on with their aggressive, fast-paced punk rock, immediately grabbing everyone’s attention the moment they hit the stage. Their set was punchy and unapologetic, driven by frantic riffs, gritty vocals, and a presence that hit the room like a shockwave. Between the intensity, the band sprinkled in sharp humor between songs, cracking jokes and keeping the crowd laughing without losing any of their edge. Every track pushed harder and faster, creating a raw but tightly executed performance that felt chaotic in the best way possible. Vial’s mix of energy and personality set the perfect tone for the rest of the night.
Durry, a brother-sister duo from Minnesota, took the stage next and leaned into their signature blend of humor, relatability, and upbeat alt-rock. Early in the set, they pulled three random fans from the crowd and brought them onstage to play Mario Party live while they performed a song, creating one of the night’s funniest and most memorable moments. The crowd absolutely lit up during the bit.
From there, Durry kept the energy high with punchy riffs, catchy choruses, and a stage presence that felt inviting and effortlessly fun. Their banter had the room laughing, their songs had everyone singing, and the entire set moved with a sense of connection and warmth that made the performance feel personal. As the night went on, the band only grew stronger, feeding off the crowd’s excitement and building the atmosphere with each track.
Photography by Wes Shepherd
