Aly & AJ’s Nostalgic, High Energy Stop in Lexington

LEXINGTON, KY March 6, 2026 — Sister duo Aly & AJ brought a wave of nostalgia and fresh energy to Manchester Music Hall in Lexington on Friday night as part of their Places to Run tour, delivering a performance that seamlessly blended new material with fan favorite classics.

The Lexington stop showcased the duo’s evolution, highlighting songs from their recent releases With Love From, a touch of the beat gets you up on your feet gets you out and then into the sun, and Ten Years. From the moment they stepped on stage, Aly & AJ commanded the room with strong vocals, live instrumentation, and a presence that felt both polished and personal.

Fans experienced a thoughtfully curated setlist that balanced newer songs with standout throwbacks, creating a shared moment between longtime listeners and newer fans. The crowd erupted during their breakout hit “Potential Breakup Song,” which continues to resonate years later, and the early anthem “Like Whoa” from their 2007 album Insomniatic. Both songs turned the venue into a full crowd singalong, bringing a strong sense of nostalgia into the night.

The Places to Run tour reflects a more mature and refined sound from Aly & AJ, while still maintaining the authenticity that has kept fans connected to their music over the years. Their ability to move between past and present so effortlessly was evident throughout the performance, with each song met with equal excitement.

With a packed room and an energized audience, their stop in Lexington proved that Aly & AJ’s music continues to connect across generations. The performance was both a celebration of where they started and a clear statement of where they are now creatively.

We Live in Frames was on site to capture the energy and emotion of the night, continuing its mission to document live music through a cinematic and immersive lens.

PHOTOS LILY CRUSE @LILYONFILM

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