Motion City Soundtrack and Say Anything Embark on Coheadlining Tour

The two veteran bands team up for a must-see concert experience in New Jersey.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

Motion City Soundtrack and Say Anything, two prominent bands in the music scene for decades, have joined forces for a coheadlining tour this winter. The two acts, known for their infectious energy and catchy tunes, put on a stellar show at the acclaimed Starland Ballroom in New Jersey, with opener Sincere Engineer also delivering a standout performance.

Why it matters

The collaboration between Motion City Soundtrack and Say Anything is an exciting development for fans of both bands, who have long been staples of the alternative music scene. The tour showcases the enduring appeal of these veteran acts and their ability to captivate audiences, while also highlighting the next generation of punk bands like Sincere Engineer.

The details

During the coheadlining tour, Motion City Soundtrack and Say Anything delivered tight, energetic sets that had the entire crowd engaged. Despite their distinct sounds on their respective albums, the two bands share a core energy in their live performances that makes for a highly enjoyable experience. The opener, Sincere Engineer, also impressed with their set, helping to carry the torch for the younger generation of punk bands.

  • The coheadlining tour took place this winter.
  • The Aquarian recently featured cover stories on both Motion City Soundtrack and Say Anything, with the Motion City Soundtrack cover dropping a few weeks ago and the Say Anything cover releasing around their 2024 album release.

The players

Motion City Soundtrack

A prominent band in the alternative music scene for decades, known for their infectious energy and catchy tunes.

Say Anything

Another veteran band in the alternative music scene, known for their distinct sound and ability to captivate audiences.

Sincere Engineer

The opening act for the coheadlining tour, helping to carry the torch for the younger generation of punk bands.

The Aquarian

The music publication that recently featured cover stories on both Motion City Soundtrack and Say Anything.

Anthony Vito Cosentino

The Aquarian photographer who captured epic shots of the coheadlining tour performance at the Starland Ballroom in New Jersey.

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The takeaway

The collaboration between Motion City Soundtrack and Say Anything showcases the enduring appeal of veteran alternative acts and their ability to captivate audiences, while also highlighting the next generation of punk bands like Sincere Engineer. The coheadlining tour was a must-see concert experience for fans of both bands.