Ashley Kutcher kicked up an emotional storm of a night on her headlining show for her House On The Water Tour at the Troubadour, with support from Dead Like Disco and Caleb Hearn. The fans were already fully bringing in the energy, wearing shirts with their own signs for Ashley Kutcher and shirts with her name on them as well. People came from different states just for this show, and you could feel everyone’s excitement every time they cheered. 

Dead Like Disco knew what they were doing from the moment they hit the stage. If they didn’t say it was their first tour, I’m sure anyone would have thought that they’ve been around for a long time. They have the confidence, smiles, and stage presence to shine a light on anyone who is watching. The band members would switch between instruments as well, but it still felt organic. Their setlist included songs such as "Validation," "I Don’t Wanna Go Out Tonight," "PSFOP," "Emotional Graffiti," "Hollywood is Burning," "Smells Like Teen Spirit," and "In Another Life."

Ashley’s drummer even came out to play wearing not one, but two pieces of Dead Like Disco’s merch for a song; it was a wholesome moment. The lyrics for "Emotional Graffiti" painted a picture in the mind, and "PSFOP" is a song that a lot of people who’ve dealt with a situationship or even just a complicated relationship can relate to. Plus, it’s catchy, and it wouldn’t surprise me if it blew up on TikTok. I’m strongly looking forward to seeing what this band does next.

When Caleb Hearn took the stage, he brought a boy-next-door charm that excited many in the audience. His setlist featured songs like "1000 Reasons," "Damage," "Half As Good," "Warm Body," "If It Wasn’t For You," "1200 Sq Ft," "Birthdays And Funerals," "Little Bit Better," and "Klonopin." "1000 Reasons" encourages perseverance, while "Damage" poignantly addresses life's transience. Before "Half As Good," Caleb shared a touching story about his Grandma, reminding us to cherish loved ones. "1200 Sq Ft" echoes this sentiment. "Klonopin" vividly captures his struggle with anxiety, and "Birthdays and Funerals" is a tear-jerking love song. The highlight was "Little Bit Better," where Rosie joined him, electrifying the room.

When Ashley Kutcher finally hit the stage, fans eagerly awaited her arrival. She wore a shirt signed by her fans and added songs to the setlist to please them. Her performance included tracks like "House On The Water," "Love You More," "Half Gone," "Matchbox," "Girl In The Mirror," "Trust Fall," "Sleepy," "If I Could," "The Night You Left," "Strangers," "Plead," "Man I Feel Like A Woman," "Favorite Color," "How's The Weather," "LYFAD," and "Boy From Carolina." Her guitarist from Dead Like Disco matched her energy. Ashley connected with fans through relatable stories and exuded the charisma of a headliner with the warmth of a friend. Sitting on the stage’s edge with her acoustic guitar created an intimate moment. "Love You More" explores lingering love, while "Girl In The Mirror" deals with self-conflict. A standout was Ashley and Dead Like Disco’s fun rendition of Shania Twain's "Man I Feel Like A Woman." Ashley’s ability to switch from emotional ballads to upbeat tunes left a lasting impact.

Bottom line, if you weren’t at the Troubadour that night, you missed out on a colorful, emotional rollercoaster of a good time. You could feel the appreciation and sense of family all of these artists had for each other, especially with Ashley Kutcher and Dead Like Disco. Caleb had his own unique charm as well. You could also see the strength the music has given to all the fans who listen to it. Regardless of who you are, this was a night anyone could appreciate.