Last night, the enigmatic singer-songwriter Josh Tillman, known by his stage name Father John Misty, took to Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail, Colo. In a surprise turn of events, concertgoers were treated to a full performance of his acclaimed album I Love You, Honeybear, followed by a tantalizing glimpse into his subsequent work, Pure Comedy.

Over the performance, Tillman embarked on a journey through the entirety of his second studio album, I Love You, Honeybear hitting fan favorites from the offering, including the heartfelt ballad “Chateau Lobby #4 (in C for Two Virgins),” the electronic-infused and rarely performed “True Affection,” along with the whimsical “The Night Josh Tillman Came to Our Apt.” and more.

As the night progressed, the atmosphere took a turn as Tillman seamlessly transitioned into a teaser of his subsequent work, Pure Comedy. The crowd was captivated as the first four tracks from the album filled the amphitheater, including the title track, “Total Entertainment Forever,” “Things It Would Have Been Helpful to Know Before the Revolution,” and “Ballad of the Dying Man.” The teaser left the space eagerly anticipating more from his thought-provoking later work.

The surprise rollout left witnesses attending The Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, nestled against the backdrop of Vail’s stunning natural surroundings and those who enjoyed via nugs.net equally awestruck–social media platforms quickly buzzed with excitement as fans shared their experiences.

Vail’s residents and visitors have the chance to relive the magic tonight as Father John Misty returns to the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater for an encore performance. Like last evening’s performance, Tillman will be joined by folk-pop sensation The Head and the Heart.

Watch Father John Misty & The Head and The Heart LIVE on nugs.net August 15 – 16

Father John Misty
Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater – Vail, Colo.
Aug. 15, 2023

Set: Chateau Lobby #4 (in C for Two Virgins), True Affection, The Night Josh Tillman Came to Our Apt., When You’re Smiling and Astride Me, Nothing Good Ever Happens at the Goddamn Thirsty Crow, Strange Encounter, The Ideal Husband, Bored in the USA, Holy Shit I Went to the Store One Day, Pure Comedy, Total Entertainment Forever, Things It Would Have Been Helpful to Know Before the Revolution, Ballad of the Dying Man