Mötley Crüe Returns to the Stage: Rock Icons Launch ‘PWR UP’ Tour 2025 with Explosive Opening Show at Neyland Stadium, Knoxville – April 26…

 

Legendary rock band Mötley Crüe made a thunderous return to the stage on April 26, 2025, launching their much-anticipated *PWR UP* Tour with an electrifying performance at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee. In front of a sold-out crowd of over 100,000 screaming fans, the iconic group proved they’re far from done, delivering a night of pure adrenaline, pyrotechnics, and timeless heavy metal energy.

 

The show kicked off with an explosive rendition of “Kickstart My Heart,” immediately igniting the stadium and setting the tone for the night. Vince Neil’s vocals were as gritty and powerful as ever, Tommy Lee’s drumming was relentless, Nikki Sixx thumped his bass with signature swagger, and Mick Mars—back on stage following speculation about retirement—shredded through solos with an intensity that defied time.

 

Fans were treated to a two-hour sonic rollercoaster, spanning Mötley Crüe’s greatest hits, deep cuts, and a few surprises from the upcoming *PWR UP* album, which is set to drop in June. Tracks like “Dr. Feelgood,” “Girls, Girls, Girls,” “Wild Side,” and “Home Sweet Home” had the crowd on their feet all night, with lighters and phone flashlights swaying in unison during the band’s emotional ballads.

 

The staging and visuals were nothing short of spectacular. Towering LED screens, synchronized lasers, and fire cannons framed the band in larger-than-life visuals. At one point, Tommy Lee performed a drum solo while strapped into a spinning gyroscope rig that soared above the crowd—a feat that drew roaring applause and social media buzz within minutes.

 

“We’ve been waiting for this moment,” Vince Neil told the crowd mid-show. “It’s been a long road, but Mötley’s back, and we’re louder than ever!” His words were met with thunderous cheers, especially from long-time fans who had traveled from all over the country to witness the band’s return.

 

Knoxville, known more for college football than hard rock, proved to be the perfect setting for the tour’s kickoff. Neyland Stadium—home of the Tennessee Volunteers—was transformed into a rock haven for the night, as generations of fans came together in a celebration of music, rebellion, and raw energy. Local businesses saw a major economic boost over the weekend, with hotels booked out and downtown bars filled with fans decked in Crüe merchandise.

 

The *PWR UP* Tour marks the band’s first major tour since their “Final Tour” in 2015, which was thought to be their swan song. However, the group’s surprise reunion in 2023 for a handful of shows reignited their passion and proved that demand for Mötley Crüe remains as high as ever. The 2025 tour spans over 30 cities across North America and Europe, with dates already selling out within minutes of going on sale.

 

Critics and fans alike are hailing the opening show as one of the most powerful performances in recent memory. Rolling Stone called it “a blistering masterclass in rock showmanship,” while fan reactions on social media ranged from emotional to ecstatic.

 

As the night closed with fireworks and a thundering encore of “Shout at the Devil,” it was clear that Mötley Crüe’s return isn’t just a nostalgic trip—it’s a statement. The band is not only back but ready to redefine what it means to age in rock ’n’ roll.

 

If the Knoxville show is any indication, the *PWR UP* Tour will be a monumental chapter in the band’s legacy—one that bridges past, present, and future in the most Mötley Crüe way possible: loud, wild, and unapologetically over the top.