Concert Review: The Haunt - New Addiction Tour in San Diego
- Karlee Skipper
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
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The Haunt is a magnetic force to be reckoned with. The alt-rock band effortlessly commanded the stage at their first headlining show on the New Addiction Tour in San Diego. While guitarist and vocalist Maxamillion hyped up the crowd with his impressive crowd work, lead vocalist Anastasia mesmerized the audience with her powerful vocals and haunting demeanor. She truly embodied the sound and aesthetic of the band with her ethereal presence. Together, the siblings created the perfect space for the audience to release their emotions and forget their troubles for a couple of hours.
The band kicked off the night with their hit song, “Bad Omen," one of my favorite tracks from their new album, New Addiction. The song is the perfect way to start the night, containing brutal lyrics that match the heavy production. With the line, “I’m a fucking psychopath, and it’s all working out,” the audience experienced a cathartic release while they screamed along with the artists. The Haunt did an excellent job at engaging the audience and making the show an unforgettable night.
One thing to know about me is that I am a fan of all things macabre. My favorite genres are dark-pop and women-led rock, so when I discovered The Haunt, I immediately became obsessed. I adore the haunting aesthetics found on all their cover art, merch, and music videos (I am also insanely jealous of the fact that the duo’s last name is literally “Haunt”). An important aspect of what makes a concert amazing is not only the performance, which Anastasia’s vocals and Maxamillion’s guitar skills blew it out of the park, but also the visuals.
Anastasia looked like an otherworldly spirit gracing the living plane for one night of chaos. Her delicate white outfit, stark red hair, and bold black lipstick turned her into a haunted doll. Her mannerisms and expressions matched this deadly visual, making it one of my favorite live performances to date. For my friend and me, and probably everyone else in the crowd, I couldn’t take my eyes off her for one moment. Her presence possessed the audience, leaving them at the mercy of her enchanting aura.
In 2025, I had the honor of listening to several amazing artists and attending many tours. However, The Haunt is by far one of the best artists this year, as evidenced by my Apple Replay. The way the audience couldn’t take their eyes off the band and everyone was rocking along, even if they didn’t know the song, proved their immense star power. If you have the opportunity to see them live, buy tickets immediately. The Haunt may be ending their headlining U.S. tour at the end of the month, but do not worry! They will be heading to the U.K. and Europe, as well as being a supporting act on the first annual Hollow Crown tour. Purchase tickets here and follow them on all social media to stay updated with new announcements and music!
Written By Karlee Skipper
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