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**Setlist night 1 - October 4th 2024:**
_Intro - The Rocky Horror Picture Show's "Time Warp"_
1. Backstage Passport
2. Stickin' in My Eye
3. NOFX (Live debut; Unreleased song from 1984)
4. Pharmacist's Daughter
5. It's My Job to K...
NOFX: The Final Show (Night 1) Oct 4, 2024
2024Movie115 minEnglish
NOFX brought the curtain down on four decades of punk mayhem this weekend, as they played their final shows at Berth 46 in Los Angeles. Changing setlist for each gig, California's pharaohs of punk took a varied, often fast and usually silly journey through their massive catalogue, accompanied by a crew of mates including Rancid's Tim Armstrong, Bad Religion's Brett Gurewitz and Foo Fighters' Chris Shiflett. As they finished up on Sunday night (October 6), it ended in typically chaotic fashion, doing The Decline with a host of guests, with Pennywise guitarist Fletcher Dragge smashing the band's instruments. Frontman Fat Mike recently insisted that this would be it for NOFX, with no future reunions ever to happen. A promise such behaviour will help to keep... Before that smashey ending, they turned up to suck live one final time...
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Director: Dave Rath•Genres: Documentary, Music
Plot Summary
This documentary captures the first night of NOFX's final two concerts ever, held at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles on October 4, 2024. It chronicles the band's four-decade career, from their punk rock roots to their influential status in the music scene. The film showcases the raw energy and camaraderie that defined NOFX, offering fans a nostalgic look back at their legendary performances and enduring legacy.
Critical Reception
As this is a very recent release focusing on a specific concert event, critical reviews are primarily from music publications and fans. The general reception highlights the band's energetic performance and the emotional significance of their final shows, celebrating their extensive career and impact on punk music.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its high-energy performance capturing the essence of NOFX live.
- Celebrated as a significant event for long-time fans marking the end of an era.
- Noted for its nostalgic look back at the band's influential career.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally express excitement and nostalgia for the event, with many fans appreciating the opportunity to witness NOFX's final performances and celebrate their legacy. The documentary is seen as a fitting tribute to a band that has been a staple in punk rock for decades.
Fun Fact
NOFX's decision to end the band after 40 years was influenced by their desire to go out on their own terms, avoiding the common fate of bands who continue performing past their prime.
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