🔥 Experience the ultimate blues-rock explosion straight from the shores of Lake Geneva.
🎸 The Black Keys Light Up Montreux Jazz Festival 2025
On July 17, 2025, The Black Keys delivered a powerhouse performance at the world-renowned Montreux Jazz Festival. Held at the stunning Scène du Lac stage, the Grammy-winning duo—Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney—turned a tranquil Swiss lakeside into a thunderous rock arena. With a sold-out crowd, electrifying lights, and a setlist full of fan-favorite tracks, it was a night destined for music history.
🎥 [👉 Watch the full concert here – EMBED COMING SOON]
Fans across the globe tuned in through the Montreux Jazz Festival’s official YouTube live stream, marking one of the most anticipated shows in the band’s ongoing No Rain, No Flowers Tour.
🎤 The Stage, the Crowd, the Moment
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Lake Geneva, Montreux’s Scène du Lac welcomed thousands of eager fans. Known for hosting legends like Prince, David Bowie, and Aretha Franklin, the venue once again lived up to its iconic reputation. As the sun set and the lights rose, The Black Keys emerged—ready to make this night unforgettable.
The energy was palpable from the opening notes. The band kicked off the evening with a punchy medley of “Thickfreakness,” “The Breaks,” and “I’ll Be Your Man,” setting the tone for a raw, high-octane set.
If you’ve been following our festival coverage, you’ll know we’ve featured standout recaps like the Kendrick Lamar & SZA concert in Amsterdam and Sabrina Carpenter’s magical BST Hyde Park show. But what happened in Montreux with The Black Keys? This was something else.
🎶 Complete Setlist – Montreux Jazz Festival 2025
Here’s a breakdown of the likely full setlist based on their recent European stops, with just a few surprises in Montreux:
- Thickfreakness / The Breaks / I’ll Be Your Man
- Your Touch
- Gold on the Ceiling
- Fever
- Wild Child
- I Got Mine
- Everlasting Light
- Next Girl
- Lo/Hi
- Weight of Love
- Psychotic Girl
- Tighten Up
- Man on a Mission (new single)
- On the Road Again (Canned Heat cover)
- No Rain, No Flowers
- Heavy Soul
- Howlin’ for You
- She’s Long Gone
Encore:
19. Little Black Submarines
20. Lonely Boy
🎵 “Man on a Mission,” their newest track, debuted live in Berlin earlier this year and is fast becoming a tour staple.

🌍 Global Fanbase, Local Legacy
The Black Keys’ presence at Montreux wasn’t just another tour stop—it was a statement performance at one of the world’s most prestigious music festivals. With fans tuning in from across continents and a crowd that included both blues purists and indie rockers, it showcased their universal appeal.
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🧠 Behind the Scenes: Hermanos Gutiérrez’s Influence
One of the evening’s pleasant surprises was the connection between The Black Keys and Hermanos Gutiérrez. Known for their hypnotic, instrumental sound, the brothers opened the show with a mystical, desert-blues-infused set.
They’ve been working closely with Dan Auerbach in the studio, adding a textured layer to The Black Keys’ latest material—including the No Rain, No Flowers Tour era.
🎥 Streaming, Replay, and How to Watch
If you missed the livestream, don’t worry. The full performance will be embedded right here on UltimateRecaps once available. Until then, you can catch previews and clips on:
- Montreux Jazz Festival YouTube Channel
- Official artist page on the Montreux Jazz site
- GQ’s festival recap
- Setlist.fm Montreux performance page
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📌 Final Thoughts
With unmatched stage presence, a setlist packed with hits, and a crowd roaring into the night, The Black Keys at Montreux Jazz Festival 2025 proved once again why they’re one of the greatest live acts in modern rock. This wasn’t just a concert—it was a cultural moment.
Once the official full video is released, this post will be updated with the embedded concert, timestamps for top tracks, and any surprises that fans should relive again and again.
Where can I watch the full concert?
You’ll be able to watch it right here on this blog as soon as it’s officially released. Bookmark this page or visit the Montreux Jazz YouTube Channel for updates.
What time did The Black Keys perform at Montreux?
They hit the Scène du Lac stage at 8:00 PM CEST (July 17, 2025). Doors opened at 6:00 PM, and the show included an opening act by Hermanos Gutiérrez.
Will there be more tour dates after Montreux?
Yes — The Black Keys are continuing their No Rain, No Flowers Tour throughout Europe this summer. Check their official website or follow along here for updates and recaps.