Limp Bizkit live at Festhalle Frankfurt – Concert Report
- L7
- Apr 3
- 4 min read
Expectations – From skeptic to regular
Let me start on a personal note: I was never really a Limp Bizkit fan. Sure, I liked the hits, some of them always end up on my playlists, but that was about it.
That changed in 2015 when I saw them live at Rockavaria. They were playing in the indoor hall, and I thought, "Why not check them out?" What happened was unforgettable. Everyone was singing, jumping, losing their minds, and all the classics were on the setlist. After that, I told myself: I’ll catch them live whenever I can.
Since then, I’ve seen them six times, and every time it’s the same thing – pure chaos and fun. Doesn’t matter where they play, people go wild. So I knew exactly what to expect from tonight.
Arrival and Venue
My hotel was just five minutes away, so I took it easy. I had a seated ticket this time. Doors opened at 18:30, and I strolled over around 19:00.
What I saw was total chaos – felt like half the venue was still stuck in line outside. Not sure if there were fewer entrances or just slow security, but I didn’t get inside until 19:45.
The venue itself, though, is beautiful. Great acoustics and a very spacious layout. One tip for future visitors: My seat was in Block A, first tier, third row – sounded great on paper. But due to the way the balcony is built, part of the stage was blocked by the railing. Not a disaster, but definitely not ideal for a side view.
Merch and Beer Check
Merch was solid – plenty of stock for all bands, and Limp Bizkit’s designs looked great. I didn’t grab anything myself, but I saw lots of fans rocking the current tour shirt.
Beer? Unfortunately, only Becks. I’m happy for anyone who enjoys it, but I’m not a fan. Still, I grabbed a few just to stay in the vibe. The cups were thin, disposable plastic – nothing fancy, but for a big arena show where people toss them around, it’s not a huge deal.
Support Acts – Five bands for the price of one
First, let me say this: I think it’s awesome that a band like Limp Bizkit brings such a stacked lineup on tour. Not only do smaller acts get a chance to perform in front of a massive audience, but the crowd basically gets five shows for the price of one. That’s a rare deal these days.
Karen Dio & N8NOFACE
Sadly, I missed both. But every time Fred or Jon Carnage mentioned their names, the crowd erupted – clearly they left an impression.
Ecca Vandal
A really interesting performance. I’m not deeply into this genre, but if I had to name a reference, I’d say Poppy. The mix of sweet dance vibes and powerful vocal moments worked surprisingly well. I saw a lot of women in the crowd dancing and really getting into it.
Bones
I’ll admit it – hip-hop isn’t really my thing. But that didn’t matter here. The entire venue was hyped for Bones. People rapped along to every word. The energy was wild, and when they played a Korn snippet, the crowd lost it. Huge response, and clearly a fan favorite.
Jon Carnage as Host
Special mention goes to Jon Carnage, who hosted the night like a total madman. He didn’t just hype the crowd — he provoked them. Insults, mockery, flipping the bird — all aimed at him, and all on purpose. He pushed the audience to scream louder, be more aggressive, more unfiltered. It was part stand-up, part riot warm-up. And honestly? It worked. The guy knows how to take hate and turn it into energy.
The Time Had Come – Limp Bizkit take over
(Spoiler alert: setlist details ahead!)
The energy in the venue was boiling. You could feel it in the air – the moment was coming.
And then it hit. Break Stuff as the opening song. The entire crowd exploded. Front to back, left to right – people were jumping, screaming, starting pits, singing every line.
From my spot up in the first tier, I had a perfect view of the chaos below. And yeah, I was a little jealous. At times, it was hard to decide whether to watch the band or the crowd.
That energy never stopped. The setlist was packed. If you’ve seen Limp Bizkit a few times, you might not be shocked by the song choices, but they played exactly what the fans wanted. Honestly, I wouldn’t change a thing.
Highlights
One of the standout moments: Full Nelson, performed on stage with two fans from the audience.
And damn – those two guys killed it. They sang, moved, and owned that stage like pros. Huge respect, and the crowd cheered them on with real love. You could tell it was something they’ll never forget.
Another memorable moment: Behind Blue Eyes. Probably the only time during the night when the crowd didn’t jump – because everyone was too busy singing every word.
And I’ll say this again, because it always stands out: Fred Durst is one of the best frontmen around. He’s relaxed, funny, confident, and genuinely knows how to connect with people. Not over the top, just real. And vocally? Still just as solid as 20 years ago.
Rollin, Boiler, My Way, Faith – one classic after another as the night came to a close.
Then came the twist: Fred said, "Sometimes we think that two is better than one" – and they played Break Stuff again.
And what happened? The crowd went just as hard as the first time. No energy drop. Zero fatigue. Total madness.
Final Thoughts
Everything I’ve come to expect from a Limp Bizkit show was confirmed once again. They’re absolutely worth seeing live.
If they come back, I’ll try to catch them again – wherever I can. And since tickets usually sell out fast: get them early. You won’t regret it.
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