Addison Rae proves she’s more than a viral star with sparkling, star-studded finale in Los Angeles
Addison Rae closed the North American leg of its international tour on Wednesday, October 22 at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles, California. Before embarking on the Australian leg of the tour, the 25-year-old made sure to go out in style, shocking the crowd by bringing out Kid singer Charli to achieve collaborations like “2 die 4” and “Von Dutch”. She also surprised fans with an encore performance of “Nothing On (But The Radio),” which had not appeared on any other city’s setlist. It was an electrifying performance that seemed lively and non-stop, solidifying the dedication of fans who knew every lyric while making new fans among curious attendees who heeded rumors that Rae was becoming the next big thing.
Addison Rae’s debut album
No one expected a TikTok star to successfully reinvent himself as a Grammy nominee for Best New Artist, but Addison Rae has never been limited by someone else’s limits. She had a vision of the pop star she intended to be, and she met that vision with taste and discipline, realizing it with perfect execution.
After a few half-hearted attempts to separate herself from the one-dimensionality of her internet fame, the stars finally aligned when Rae released “Diet Pepsi” in August 2024, the first single to build the immersive universe of her self-titled debut album, Addison. Marking its first entry on the Billboard Hot 100, “Diet Pepsi” was a scientifically perfect pop songtender and ethereal. Associated with black and white visuals created by Sean Price Williamsit effortlessly encapsulates the dizzying rush of young romance.
“Diet Pepsi” was then followed by Addisonthe second single from, “Aquamarine”. Unexpectedly, it was a complete departure from the soft pop tone that had been set, offering something much more ballroom, demure and Madonna. Rae was intent on proving the limitlessness of her abilities as an artist, which is why each single that followed (“High Fashion,” “Headphones On,” “Fame is a Gun”) was distinctly different sonically. However, the common thread of each song was the exploration of childhood, with nuances, insecurity, arrogance and desire. Fully produced and co-written alongside Elvira Anderfjärd And Luka Klosereverything about Addison is decentered from the male gaze. It’s written solely by three women who want to be the centers of their own universe, even when it’s messy and unconfined. This reminds Hilary DuffIt is Metamorphosis And Britney Spears‘ In The Zone, fun and bare-skinned.
Copy a master class on album deploymentthe first project immediately received an influx of critical praise, earning an impressive 8.0 from Fork. rolling stone praised its “distinctive, dreamlike soundscape”, while Billboard claimed that Rae’s “ascension to leading pop girl is both a masterclass and a modern spectacle.” The project received 13.4 million streams on Spotify on its first day, successfully marking Rae’s territory in the girl pop realm.
Addison Rae Live Review
A major album is usually accompanied by a major tour, and Rae has made it clear that she intends to take this music across the world. Having grown up as a competitive dancer, she has been well trained to take center stage on stage, and she now had the chance to construct an entire show from an album that served as an extension of her inner spirit. Spanning 32 shows across North America, Europe and Australia, the Addison Tour marks Rae’s first concert tour. The fan demand was certainly there, as several cities sold out instantly once tickets were released in June 2025. So much so that additional dates had to be added, including the Los Angeles closing show on October 22 at the Greek Theater.
The last of three Los Angeles slots, The Greek Show brought in several famous audience members, including another pop singer. Adele to the Grammy-winning musician Steve Lacy. Charli The entire room exploded when XCX came in for the second half of “2 die 4,” as two members of the crowd were then chosen to take the stage and join in with Rae’s signature “Von dutch” scream. A showgirl in every sense of the word, Rae bottles femininity like a mermaid. Although every millisecond of the hour-long show is choreographed and perfectly performed, she is able to maintain a sense of fluidity and fluidity, as if we are simply watching through a window as she dances alone in her room.
“Headphones On” was an almost spiritual live experience, although “Money Is Everything” was an unexpected event, as a cannon drowned the audience in Addison Dollars. “Aquamarine” blended seamlessly into the “Aquamarine” remix, with a sea of spectators performing the music video’s choreography in unison. Rae’s art has clearly transcended the digital, defining cultural totems that will be studied for decades. Although she was accompanied by her team of dancers throughout the show, she ended with “Diet Pepsi” completely alone against a backdrop of lit lights. Just her and the mic, every member of the audience shouted every syllable and Rae sealed the night, leaving no doubt that she is the true showgirl of the moment. As a performer, she is dedicated to giving you a good show and gives everything she can to achieve it.
It’s impossible to deny that Rae’s onstage magnificence pays homage to her predecessor, Britney Spears. Everything from her choreography to her costumes is a nod to the foundation Spears built for her, which at Rae’s age was touring for her fifth album, Blackout. At the time, she had just released hits like “Gimme More” and “Piece of Me,” proving once again that there’s a lot of overlap in how the two groups found each other through their music. Their catalogs perfectly encapsulate femininity and belonging, without compromising the bubbly and pop landscapes. Since both women are also from Louisiana, their small-town southern girl radiance meets their sexual mastery and sensuality to create captivating stage presences.
As Rae continues Spears’ legacy in the emerging pop renaissance, she has certainly proven herself capable of holding the baton.
