Concert Review: Sebastian Bach Plays Mr. Smalls Theatre with Blaze Francisco and Stitched Up Heart in Millvale PA

Sebastian Bach recently took to the stage at Mr. Smalls Theatre in Millvale, PA, as part of “The Party Never Dies” tour. Supported by Los Angeles-based acts Blaze Francisco and Stitched Up Heart, Bach delivered a career-spanning setlist that functioned as a nostalgia-filled reminiscing of past escapades while providing a bridge to future generations of rock fans.

Opening the night was alternative rock group Blaze Francisco. The set was characterized by high-kinetic energy, opening with "Fine," followed by "Side Eye," "Reaper," and a cover of Republica’s "Ready to Go," before closing with "Take it Outside." The physicality of the performance peaked when guitarist Ariel Bellvalaire executed an impressive backbend during "Reaper" while maintaining technical precision on the fretboard, later shredding while riding piggyback on her bandmates.

Following Blaze Francisco was the rock/metal outfit Stitched Up Heart. Fresh off a label change to Judge and Jury Records and currently rolling out singles for their upcoming album Medusa (due June 12th), the band delivered a visually and melodically stunning set. Vocalist Mixi utilized a distant, statuesque stage persona that leaned heavily into the "Gorgon" mythos of the new record. The set featured a mix of hits and new material, including "Sick Sick Sick," "To The Wolves," and the new single "Glitch Bitch." They pivoted to "My Demon" and the recently released "Cannibal" before moving into "Possess Me" and "Lost," finally rounding out the performance with "Immortal" and "Monster."

Sebastian Bach headlined the night, opening with a high-velocity trifecta: "What Do I Got to Lose?", "Slave to the Grind," and "Here I Am." Throughout the set, Bach acted as a bridge to a different era, noting that he misses when MTV played music and stating that “no one talked about politics in the 1980s.” This desire for simpler times resonated clearly with the crowd when the rocker mentioned missing the days when he could "drink beer and play frisbee all day" with friends. To drive the point home, Bach produced a signature white frisbee and engaged the audience in a game of catch, showing impressive range by reaching the upper balcony seats and gently chiding those who fumbled the return, shouting, “You gotta fucking throw it back!”

Bach’s reminiscence was balanced by a clear investment in the next generation. He handed a water bottle to a young fan in the front row before later bringing him on stage to sing along. He also invited the drummers from his support acts—Jessica Goodwin (Blaze Francisco) and Delaney Jaster (Stitched Up Heart)—on stage for a collaborative rendition of "Youth Gone Wild," effectively passing the torch to the younger performers.

Overall, Sebastian Bach provided high production values and maintained the vocal power expected of a national headliner. With the recent confirmation that he has assumed the role of lead singer for legacy group Twisted Sister (following Dee Snider’s retirement earlier this month), this tour served as a solid proof-of-concept for his upcoming fall 2026 dates.