MGK’s Lost Americana Pit Stop at the Fiserv Forum
December 6, 2026 — Milwaukee, WI
Machine Gun Kelly delivered an electrifying performance at Fiserv Forum this weekend, showcasing his newest material from Lost Americana alongside hits from his 2020 multi-platinum album Tickets to My Downfall. The crowd—affectionately dubbed his “cheese curds”—matched his intensity from start to finish. With a set design that mirrored mgk’s bold personality and a band whose musicality was razor sharp, the production elevated the night into something unforgettable.
Having previously seen mgk on the Tickets to My Downfall tour, I anticipated high energy, sharp humor, and emotional honesty woven throughout the set. Even so, his performance exceeded expectations—already high considering his last tour famously opened with him descending from a neon pink helicopter. This tour feels bigger, brighter, and hotter, all while staying rooted in his unpredictable, playful style. In short: everything a fan could hope for.
Photos taken by Megan Hostetler
Rising emo-alt artist Julia Wolf opened the night, delivering standout performances of her hits “In My Room” and “Loser.” Her ethereal tone offered a striking contrast to mgk’s rasp, especially during their elevated duet of “Iris.” Wolf’s command of the stage makes clear that she’s an artist to watch.
Photos taken by Megan Hostetler
mgk’s own entrance was characteristically theatrical. Emerging from the mouth of a massive Lady Liberty figure modeled after him personally—complete with a cigarette and his famous three nose piercings—he set the tone for a meticulously curated show where every detail carried intention. Dance breaks from his music videos were performed live, with mgk joining his backup dancer during fan-favorite tracks like “cliché” and “vampire diaries.” Opening with “outlaw overture,” “starman,” and “dont wait run fast,” he quickly had the crowd rallying behind the new era’s anthems. Another moment that’s already gone viral: inviting fans onstage to sing “bloody valentine” alongside him.
Midway through the set, mgk shifted to a smaller B-stage for a more intimate tone. Here, the production scaled down, placing emphasis on vulnerability and storytelling. His performance of “WHO I WAS,” a recent collaboration featured on NF’s FEAR EP, included the emotional one-take rap verse that opens the track—a raw delivery that resonated deeply with the crowd. Following this, he performed “lonely” from Tickets to My Downfall, a song dedicated to his father who passed away.
The show clocked in at nearly two hours, weaving together a decade of music with impressive continuity. Fans were treated not only to the major hits but also newer exclusive hits, including “no cellphones in rehab,” a track from the fifth-anniversary edition of Tickets to My Downfall that drew cheers from dedicated listeners. The setlist told the story of mgk’s evolution—musically, personally, and artistically—highlighting the tension between his punk-rock and the authentic honesty that defines much of his recent work.
As mgk continues transitioning from the fall leg of the tour—which focuses heavily on Tickets to My Downfall—these winter shows offer a more expansive and carefully curated set list. With heightened production and a level of emotional transparency that resonated deeply with fans, this tour stands as one of his most ambitious yet —making these shows ones fans won’t want to miss. If you want to see Tickets to My Downfall performed one last time, this fall and winter tour stretch is for you. Stream Lost Americana and follow mgk’s social media accounts for behind-the-scenes vlogs, tour updates, and glimpses into the creative vision fueling this standout performance run.
