Tonight on Live Nuggets Radio, tune in at 9 PM EST for a handpicked full-length concert broadcast you won’t want to miss: Jane’s Addiction at Hammerstein Ballroom, New York, Halloween 1997. This performance, part of the band’s reunion tour, remains one of the most celebrated shows in the group’s storied history, blending classic hits with experimental jams that defined their unique sound.
The Hammerstein Ballroom, with its striking architecture and intimate-yet-grand atmosphere, provided the perfect backdrop for a high-octane Halloween performance. The energy in the room was palpable as fans were treated to a setlist that balanced nostalgia with innovation, showcasing Jane’s Addiction’s ability to push the boundaries of alternative rock while still delivering fan favorites.
The concert opened with “Mountain Song”, immediately igniting the crowd, followed by the ever-iconic “Been Caught Stealing”. The band then moved seamlessly into “Jane Says”, a hauntingly beautiful track that highlights Perry Farrell’s vocal emotiveness and Dave Navarro’s intricate guitar work. The set also included deeper cuts like “Ted, Just Admit It…” and “Had a Dad”, demonstrating the band’s experimental side, while tracks like “Summertime Rolls” and “Classic Girl” kept the audience firmly in the groove of Jane’s Addiction’s signature blend of funk, metal, and psychedelic rock.
Fans of the band often cite the improvisational jams, particularly the extended “Ocean Size” reprise, as a standout moment. These spontaneous musical explorations captured the essence of the reunion era, when the band was both revisiting their roots and experimenting with new sonic landscapes. The performance culminated in a rousing encore with “Jane Says (Reprise)”, leaving the audience exhilarated and cementing this show as a definitive highlight of the 1997 tour.
This Halloween concert is more than just a reunion show; it’s a snapshot of a band at the height of its creativity and connection with its audience. From Farrell’s charismatic stage presence to Navarro’s searing guitar lines, Stephen Perkins’ driving rhythms, and Eric Avery’s dynamic bass, every member contributed to a night that remains legendary in the annals of alternative rock history.
Catch the entire performance tonight on Live Nuggets Radio, and relive the intensity, theatricality, and pure joy of Jane’s Addiction’s 1997 Halloween reunion at Hammerstein Ballroom. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the band’s catalog, this is a broadcast that perfectly captures the spirit of one of rock’s most inventive groups. Tune in at 9 PM EST for a full immersion into Jane’s Addiction’s spellbinding reunion-era magic.
Setlist highlights include:
Mountain Song, Been Caught Stealing, Jane Says, Ocean Size, Ted, Just Admit It…, Stop!, Three Days, Summertime Rolls, Classic Girl, Had a Dad, Ain’t No Right, Just Because, My Cat’s Name Is Maceo, Ocean Size (Reprise / Jam), Jane Says (Reprise)
Experience the energy, the jams, and the Halloween magic—only on Live Nuggets.
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