REVIEW: Inhaler and Radio Free Alice Bring an Electric Night to The Paramount
WRITTEN BY LAUREN CHENETTE
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Photo by Lauren Chenette
On September 15, 2025, Huntington’s Paramount Theatre was bursting at the seams with energy as fans packed the venue, proving that live music is still one of the most exhilarating experiences in the world. Irish rockers Inhaler headlined, but support act Radio Free Alice set the tone early, and the crowd never stopped moving from the first beat to the last song of the encore.
Radio Free Alice kicked off the night with a set that was nothing short of incredible. For a band still on the rise, they carried themselves like seasoned professionals, filling the room with jangly guitars, tight rhythms, and a stage presence that made it impossible to look away. What was even more impressive was the way the audience responded. The moment Radio Free Alice launched into their first track, the floor started bouncing, and by the time they closed, fans were cheering as if they had just watched the main act. It’s rare for an opener to pull that kind of reaction, but Radio Free Alice clearly struck a chord.
Then came Inhaler, and if the energy wasn’t already high before, it exploded once the Dublin musicians walked onstage. Their set was jaw-dropping from start to finish: loud, confident, and full of the kind of urgency that makes rock shows unforgettable. Lead singer Elijah Hewson wasted no time turning the packed house into a sea of dancing, shouting fans. From soaring choruses to pulsing basslines, every song felt bigger than the one before it, and the crowd matched the band beat for beat, jumping up and down as if the floor itself was keeping time.
One of the most memorable moments of the night came during “Dublin in Ecstasy” from their Cuts & Bruises album. In a move that has been a staple at recent Inhaler gigs, Hewson handed over the mic and let a fan take the bridge. The crowd erupted, screaming along as if the entire crowd had been invited onstage. It was a perfect snapshot of the symbiotic energy between the band and the audience, and served as a reminder of why people pack themselves shoulder-to-shoulder in venues like The Paramount in the first place.
Visually and sonically, the show was beautiful. Lights strobed in time with drum hits, guitars ripped through the mix with just the right amount of grit, and the sound never lost its punch despite the constant roar of the crowd. It wasn’t just a performance, it was a celebration of the band’s music, of their fans’ devotion, and of the pure joy of live rock music.
By the time the final notes rang out, the audience felt both exhausted and euphoric, proof that Inhaler and Radio Free Alice had delivered more than just sets; they’d given Huntington a night to remember.