Monday night at Arizona Financial Theatre saw Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats bring their South of Here Tour to Phoenix, delivering a set full of grit, groove and soul.
Hannah Cohen opened the evening with an understated, captivating set. Her smooth vocals and reflective songs set a warm, thoughtful mood before the Night Sweats turned things up.
When Rateliff and the band took the stage, the energy surged. New tracks from South of Here blended seamlessly with older favorites, each one carried by the band’s tight horn section and Rateliff’s commanding voice. The crowd sang along to “S.O.B.” like it was gospel, while quieter moments showcased the band’s depth and restraint.
By the end of the night, Phoenix had been treated to a performance that was equal parts celebration and communion — a reminder of why Rateliff and his band remain one of the most dynamic live acts on the road today.
