Photo Gallery and Show Review: Haiden Henderson in New York

Words and Photos by Leonel Salcedo

On August 19th, a rising star lit up New York City’s Mercury Lounge, and that star was none other than Haiden Henderson. With back-to-back sold-out shows, Haiden is quickly becoming a pop icon in the making. Though he’s no stranger to NYC, having previously played sold-out shows with headliners Emie and Mico, this night felt extra special.

From the moment the doors opened, the energy was palpable. Fans camped out the night before, some even bringing their parents, who were quickly swept up into the hype. It was clear: this was going to be a night to remember, an unforgettable evening of energy, fandom, and pure connection.

As Haiden took the stage, the crowd erupted in cheers. The roar felt like thunder, shaking the very ground beneath them as everyone anticipated his arrival. In his sleek tuxedo, he commanded the stage right from the start, opening with the title track from his new EP, Tension. He followed with more tracks from the EP, as well as fan favorites from his previous album, Good Grief.

SETLIST:

· TENSION

· LOVESUCKER

· DUMP HIM (Electric)

· SORRY TO YOUR NEXT EX

· BROKEN IN (Acoustic)

· GOOD SIDE

· SWEET TOOTH

· FRESH BLOOD

· GOOD TV

· KIWI

· PRETTY LITTLE ADDICT

· CHEMICALS

· YOU DON’T EVEN LIKE ME (Acoustic)

· KILLED THE KID

· BLEACHERS LIPS (Electric)

· HELL OF A GOOD TIME

The night was filled with banger after banger, and Haiden kept the energy high, engaging with the crowd. He cracked jokes and even brought a fan up to sing a song just for them. This was next-level fan service. At one point, a fan threw a pair of panties on stage, adding even more chaos to the wild scene.

But amidst the high-energy, there was a more somber, reflective moment. Haiden dedicated “Killed the Kid” to those dealing with depression and mental health struggles. It was a deeply emotional moment that united the crowd. Fans, together in their shared vulnerability, let go of their pain for a moment and found comfort in the fact that they weren’t alone.

After that, the energy picked right back up with “Bleachers Lips,” and the crowd was back to roaring, jumping, and singing at the top of their lungs. It was a perfect balance of emotion and celebration, a night that no one wanted to end.

Hayden Henderson truly made history in NYC that night, and fans are already eagerly waiting for his next show. If this concert was any indication, his rise to stardom is just beginning.