Kings of Leon Deliver Intimate Nashville Pop-Up with Zach Bryan
The Basement East • Nashville, TN • Sept. 10, 2026
Music City fans experienced an exclusive night of live music on Thursday (Sept. 10) when Kings of Leon played a surprise pop-up concert at The Basement East, a classic venue in Nashville. The intimate performance was capped at approximately 500 attendees, with tickets made available solely at the venue's box office following an announcement just one day prior.
Surprise Encore Guest
The crowd received an unexpected bonus during the encore when hitmaker Zach Bryan took the stage. Bryan teamed up with Kings of Leon for a live rendition of their collaborative track "Bowery," originally released in 2025.
The stage sharing builds on an established history between the acts. Kings of Leon previously appeared at selected stadium dates with Bryan in 2025 and supported him on his 2026 With Heaven on Tour trek. The artists also collaborated in the studio on the 2025 song "We’re Onto Something."
New Music & Album Announcement
The pop-up show celebrated the release of Kings of Leon's latest single, "My Whole World," as well as the reveal of their upcoming 10th studio album, O My Beloved, releasing Nov. 6 via Love Tap Records/Virgin Music.
Full-Circle Hometown Night
Playing Music City clubs holds significant meaning for band members Caleb Followill, Jared Followill, Nathan Followill, and Matthew Followill, who launched their musical careers in local Nashville venues as teenagers.
Setlist & Performance Highlights
Kings of Leon powered through a 24-song set spanning roughly two hours. Highlights from the evening included:
- The first-ever live performance of their new single "My Whole World."
- Fan-favorite catalog staples including "Use Somebody," "Sex on Fire," "Pyro," and "Supersoaker."
- The encore collaboration on "Bowery" with Zach Bryan.
Recent Releases Context
Kings of Leon's previous studio album was 2024's Can We Please Have Fun. Zach Bryan recently released his studio album, With Heaven on Top, earlier in 2026.
