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Punk Rock Reigns: ALTter EGO Returns with Star Power
20 Jan
Summary
- iHeartRadio ALTter EGO concert celebrated alternative rock's greats.
- Green Day and Sublime delivered powerful performances at the event.
- Sublime's Jakob Nowell performed on crutches after a recent injury.
The iHeartRadio ALTter EGO concert electrified the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, celebrating a resurgence in punk and alternative music. The event, presented by Capital One, featured a star-studded lineup including Green Day, Sublime, Good Charlotte, Twenty One Pilots, and Cage the Elephant. Green Day energized the crowd with hits like "American Idiot," a song that previously topped charts in 2004. They also brought an audience member onstage for "Know Your Enemy," their first No. 1 hit on the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart in 2009.
Sublime, now fronted by Jakob Nowell, performed their first new single in over 30 years, "Ensenada," which led the Alternative Airplay chart in late 2025. Nowell performed despite a broken leg, using crutches and a scooter. The band also observed a moment of silence for Bob Weir. Good Charlotte marked their return to the city after more than a decade, while Cage the Elephant showcased their new material following a tour with Oasis.
