by Vy Le | November 14th, 2025

All images are from Durry’s -Your Friend From The Real World Tour Philadelphia, PA on 11/14/25.

I went to Durry’s show in Philly, and it was my second time seeing them live. This time, they were even better than I expected.

Durry is an indie rock band made up of siblings Austin and Taryn Durry, best known for their viral hit “Who’s Laughing Now,” released in 2023. The show took place at Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia on November 14. I saw them last year in June at The Foundry, which was a much smaller venue. Seeing them perform in a bigger space this time felt like watching them step into their own. The energy was stronger, the crowd louder, and the whole night felt like a celebration of how far they’ve come.

Before the show started, the venue played a pop punk playlist that immediately set the mood. The opener, VIAL, took the stage first, and their energy was incredible. It was my first time seeing or even hearing them, but they had me hooked from the start.

I remember last year thinking The Foundry stage felt too small for Austin Durry. He’s the kind of performer who doesn’t stay still, he jumps, dances, and runs across the stage like he’s feeding off the audience’s energy. Watching him at Brooklyn Bowl, I realized he belongs on bigger stages. His presence fills the room completely.

One thing I found really fun was the audience’s fashion. Aside from K-pop concerts, this was the first time I’d seen so many people come in coordinated outfits. There was plaid everywhere, plaid skirts, pants, shirts, and even Taryn Durry wore a plaid skirt, which made me wonder if there was an unspoken dress code or if everyone just shared the same fall vibe. A lot of people were also wearing their bright yellow Durry merch, which stood out in the crowd. Surprisingly, there were quite a few kids there too, which made the show feel even more wholesome.

What stood out the most to me was how genuine Durry’s relationship with their fans felt. At one point, they had fans play a Super Smash Bros. match in the middle of the show while the band performed as background music. It was chaotic in the best way. Later, Austin shared the story behind “The Long Goodbye,” written for a fan who lost his brother. The vulnerability in that moment made the crowd go silent.

Musically, my favorite song of the night was still “I’m Fine (No Really).” It was my favorite last year too, and hearing it again reminded me why I fell in love with their music in the first place.As the crowd started to clear, I realized how much Durry has grown since the first time I saw them. But what hasn’t changed is how their music makes people feel seen. Their shows aren’t just concerts; they’re reminders that no matter how heavy life gets, music will always bring people together.