Cage the elephant

w/ hey, nothing on 10.07.25

Photos by Michelle Segura
Written by william whitworth

San antonio, TX @ Boeing center at tech port

Cage the Elephant, formed in 2006 in Bowling Green, Kentucky, is known for their explosive mix of garage rock, punk, and blues influences. Led by frontman Matt Shultz, the band built a reputation for raw, high-energy performances and emotionally charged lyrics. After breaking out with their hit “Ain’t No Rest for the Wicked,” they quickly became festival staples, evolving their sound with each album while keeping their wild stage presence at the core.

Cage the Elephant singing passionately performing on stage, wearing dark sunglasses and a patterned shirt, with bright stage lights illuminating the background.
Hey, Nothing performing on stage, playing an acoustic guitar and singing into a microphone, with stage lights illuminating the scene.
Hey, Nothing performing on stage, playing an electric guitar and singing into a microphone, wearing a cap and casual clothes, with dramatic orange lighting.

hey, nothing

Hey, Nothing performs on stage with an electric guitar, singing into a microphone, with dramatic stage lighting and a dark background.
Hey, Nothing playing an electric guitar on stage under green and blue spotlight beams.

they took the stage first,the Atlanta duo mixed soft acoustic moments with bursts of energy that got the crowd moving. Their blended vocals — calm one moment and powerful the next — floated over steady guitars and drums. It felt honest and down-to-earth, like a late-night drive with good friends.

Cage the Elephant in dark clothing and sunglasses is performing on stage, holding a microphone with a stand. There is dramatic lighting behind him.

Cage the elephant

A male musician playing a bass guitar on stage, with warm stage lighting and a keyboard beside him.

The band tore through songs old and new, blending gritty garage rock with flair. Their chemistry was undeniable; every riff, every shout felt spontaneous but perfectly in sync. By the end of the set, the entire room was alive for their performance at the boeing center in san antonio, texas after their appearance austin center limits (ACL).

Cage the Elephant is on their Neon Pill Tour and closed out the night with the wild, unpredictable energy they’re known for. From the moment they stepped on stage, the crowd erupted — and it didn’t let up once. Frontman Matt Shultz moved with chaotic precision, dancing, jumping, and leaning into the crowd.

A male singer with wavy hair wearing sunglasses, a patterned shirt, and black pants performing on stage with a microphone, intense expression, and wide stance. The band's name, 'CAGE THE ELEPHANT,' is visible on drums in the background.
A band performing on a stage with orange lighting and spotlights, featuring a singer with glasses and a patterned shirt and musicians playing guitar and keyboard.

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A male singer passionately performing on stage, wearing sunglasses and a patterned shirt, with stage lights shining behind him.
Person singing into a microphone with sunglasses, curly hair, and an open mouth in a dark setting.
A male singer performing on stage with a microphone, wearing sunglasses and a patterned long-sleeve shirt.
A male performer dressed in a dark patterned shirt and black pants on stage, holding a microphone, singing passionately with his legs apart, wearing dark sunglasses, band equipment and a drum set labeled "CAGE THE ELEPHANT" in the background.
A male singer in black sunglasses, wearing a dark silk shirt with a floral pattern, performing on stage with colorful lights in the background.
Two musicians performing on stage, one playing guitar and the other singing into a microphone, with bright stage lights behind them.
Performer on stage holding a microphone stand during a concert, with warm stage lighting and visible background equipment.
A male musician with tattoos playing a bass guitar on stage during a concert, with colorful stage lights in the background.
Person performing on stage holding a microphone in the air, wearing sunglasses and a dark patterned shirt, with stage lights in the background.
A band performs on stage with bright lights, pyrotechnics, and instruments including guitars, drums, and keyboard, creating a lively concert atmosphere.
A male performer on stage passionately singing into a microphone, wearing sunglasses and an animal print shirt, with a drum set and a sign that says 'CAGE THE ELEPHANT' in the background.
A live concert stage with four performers, colorful stage lights, and musical equipment.
A silhouette of a guitarist and drummer performing on stage in low light with blue and orange stage lighting.
A male musician wearing a cap, sunglasses, a light-colored t-shirt, and ripped jeans plays an electric guitar on stage with green and blue stage lights in the background.
A person performing on stage with a guitar, wearing a baseball cap and dark clothing, with green and white spotlights in the background.
A musician wearing a baseball cap and casual clothes plays an electric guitar on stage with brown and orange lighting.
A male musician performing on stage with a guitar and singing into a microphone, illuminated by stage lights.