The audience at Parque da Bela Vista responded with " existential sorrow " and deep emotional involvement, creating a sea of phones during the band’s more melodic moments. The Setlist
The band set the tone with "Don't Swallow the Cap" and "Mistaken for Strangers". The National - Rock in Rio 2022
Core staples like " Bloodbuzz Ohio ," " I Need My Girl ," and " Fake Empire " anchored the mid-section. The audience at Parque da Bela Vista responded
The set closed with the high-octane duo of " Mr. November " and " Terrible Love ". Event Context Date: 18 June 2022. Venue: Parque da Bela Vista, Lisbon, Portugal. The set closed with the high-octane duo of " Mr
The 16-song set was a balanced journey through their discography, leaning heavily on the fan-favourite album Trouble Will Find Me .
Frontman Matt Berninger was noted for his characteristic mix of shyness, peculiar humor, and total emotional surrender. The show transitioned from introspective studio renditions to visceral, "heart-wrenching" live versions as the set progressed.
True to form, the energy peaked during the final songs, specifically " Terrible Love ," where Berninger’s vocals reached a breaking point, and he engaged in his signature crowd-walking.