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Beartooth drop I Was a… Live: the official recording of their powerful hometown concert

Beartooth released I Was a… Live, their full hometown performance from Columbus, an emotional high point and closing act for their The Surface era.

Beartooth have released I Was a… Live today, capturing their January 2025 concert in Columbus, Ohio. The recording documents a high-energy hometown show complete with pyrotechnics, confetti, and an electric atmosphere shared between the band and their fans.

This performance comes on the heels of their 2023 album The Surface, and its accompanying North American tour, which sold over 100,000 tickets across 60+ shows. The record topped the Top Hard Rock Albums chart, cementing Beartooth's place in the rock world.

Frontman Caleb Shomo channels his personal battles with mental health, transforming them into raw musical energy during live performance. I Was a… Live mirrors the intensity and emotional depth found in The Surface, now heightened by a hometown crowd.

Fans who attended describe an unforgettable experience—blazing riffs, explosive visuals, and fan engagement at its peak. This official release preserves that vibrant moment, allowing listeners everywhere to relive the passion of the show.

With this release, Beartooth marks the end of an emotional chapter and looks forward to what's next. Whether reshaping sound or facing new creative frontiers, the band continues its journey with authenticity and power.

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