After the Zénith, it’s a whole new scale for The Neighbourhood: off to the unmissable 20,000-capacity Bercy venue.

Two shows in a year – The Neighbourhood have really spoilt us!

One detail that stands out right from the start: the show opens with an AI voice that engages the audience and introduces the various acts in the set. A very contemporary idea — already present during their gig at the Zénith last May, where this same system, a sort of voice assistant called Iris, plunged the venue into a slightly dystopian atmosphere before the band took to the stage.

Jesse Rutherford takes to the stage in his iconic glasses, looking as stylish as ever. No major changes following a packed Zénith show, just double the capacity, with twice as many people ready to sing along with him. At one point, Jesse Rutherford even asks who was there at the last Paris concert: barely a few hands go up in the audience.

Halfway through the set, the T-shirt comes off. With his chest completely covered in tattoos, there’s no denying it – he’s a proper rock star. Musically, it’s incredible. In fact, what’s clear about The Neighbourhood is that they’re built for live performances. With a mix of hits that make the whole audience feel nostalgic and completely different musical styles, they put on a unique show. You can instantly recognise their sound with tracks like “The Beach,” “Afraid,” or “Sweater Weather.”

Even just the upside-down house, which has become their symbol, has been seen all over the world. Everyone has gone through a “The Neighbourhood phase” at some point in their lives, and that’s what’s so great about it. You’ll find people of all ages and generations in the audience.

As for the setlist, the band continues to draw equally from their latest album (((((ultraSOUND))))), released in 2025 and marking their big comeback after a five-year hiatus from recording, as well as from classics such as “Daddy Issues” and “Reflections.” And when it comes to stage design, it’s hard to beat “The Beach.” At the Zénith, the track was accompanied by a giant screen transforming the stage into a veritable virtual wave, with Jesse Rutherford lying on the floor as if submerged by it. A truly beautiful moment. Or the track “Planet,” which remains a standout part of the show, with that enormous illustration of the Earth orbiting the singer.

A very effective concert – it’s a shame there wasn’t much difference from the one at the Zénith in Paris.