by Tom DeLonge made a notable mistake during Blink-182’s performance at the Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville. He accidentally started the wrong song intro during “Anthem, Part Two.” A fan captured the moment and shared it on Reddit.
After realizing his error, DeLonge addressed the mistake directly on stage. He explained what had happened to his bandmates and the audience.
“Travis, pay attention to me. You might have noticed, I started the wrong song,” he said. “I think it was the next song. I started playing ‘M+M’s.’ Super, super later in the alphabet.”
DeLonge continued to elaborate on just how far off he was from the intended song.
“It was interesting because we have another song even before that,” he continued. “That’s how off I was.”
The band recovered from the mistake and continued with their performance. The candid moment showcased the lighthearted dynamic between the band members during their live shows.
This incident at the Noblesville venue is not the first time DeLonge has made on-stage mistakes during the band’s recent tour run. Alternative Nation reported that DeLonge played the intro of “What’s My Age Again” in the wrong key during a concert at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. He jokingly asked the audience to ignore him for the next few minutes.
These moments highlight the human side of live performances. They demonstrate DeLonge’s ability to handle mistakes with humor and transparency. The guitarist’s candid approach to addressing errors on stage has resonated with fans, who appreciate the authenticity of the band’s live shows.
The Ruoff Music Center performance was part of Blink-182’s One More Time tour. The band has been performing across the United States. LADbible noted that during the final US leg show of their One More Time tour, the band invited a fan on stage. The moment became awkward when the fan struggled to sing along, with DeLonge visibly trying to hold in his laughter while continuing with the show.
The tour marks a significant chapter for Blink-182 following their reunion with DeLonge. Alternative Nation revealed that the band is set to headline the Reading and Leeds festivals in the UK. This marks their return after several years and continues their momentum from the successful US tour dates.
