Kaelyn Higgs
Sep 22, 2026
Zeds Dead brought two distinct nights of bass to Mesa Amphitheatre, moving from the atmospheric sounds of "Return to the Return" to longtime favorites for a sold-out second night.
Zeds Dead continued their Journey of a Lifetime tour with two incredible nights of music at Mesa Amphitheater in Arizona. Back-to-back nights of getting lost within their sound, creating an amazing atmosphere for the crowds.
This tour is not the last tour; however, Zeds Dead will be taking 2027 off from touring to work on new music and production. Having two nights in Arizona is definitely something special.
On the first night, Zeds Dead really amplified the sounds of their most recent album, Return to the Return, blending songs off that album alongside similar tracks of theirs from the past. On this first night, we were transported to a galactic universe, with melodic tunes and dreamy visuals.
Leading up to their set, Sed’s Vortex, Aych, and Imanu opened the night up, getting the crowds ready for the show to come. Their sets consisted of a variety of different styles of EDM and were a great way to kick the evening off.
On a sold-out night two, Deadpan, Marah, and Ivy Lab started the night off. Again, their sets consisted of a variety of sounds; however, they focused more on a classic bass-heavy sound.
Zeds Dead continued this energy of lots of bass throughout their second night of tunes. Sticking to their more traditional sounds, bringing tons of their classic songs to the night, including "Stardust," "Lights Out," and "Alive."
Their visuals consisted of a mix of their intergalactic vibes and traditional psychedelic visuals, alongside the lasers, of course! The crowd's energy was like none other, with constant dancing and flows with the sweetest smiles and conversations.
With over 4,000 attendees singing along to Zeds Dead songs, it is truly a remarkable thing to witness! Following both evenings, Zeds Dead also threw two afterparties at Warehouse 215, continuing the vibes of each evening into the early morning.