Blink-182 brought the pop-punk nostalgia to Desert Diamond Arena

The show on July 2 was heavy on the dry humor and classic tunes.

July 9, 2024

Image: A man playing bass in front of a man playing drums.

Mark Hoppus, foreground, and Travis Barker perform at Desert Diamond Arena on July 2. Jim Louvau

Audio By Carbonatix

[
          {
            "name": "GPT - Billboard - Slot Inline - Content - Labeled - No Desktop",
            "component": "21251496",
            "insertPoint": "2",
            "requiredCountToDisplay": "2"
          },{
            "name": "STN Player - Float - Mobile Only ",
            "component": "21327862",
            "insertPoint": "2",
            "requiredCountToDisplay": "2"
          },{
            "name": "Editor Picks",
            "component": "16759093",
            "insertPoint": "4",
            "requiredCountToDisplay": "1"
          },{
            "name": "Inline Links",
            "component": "17980324",
            "insertPoint": "8th",
            "startingPoint": 8,
            "requiredCountToDisplay": "7",
            "maxInsertions": 25
          },{
            "name": "GPT - 2x Rectangles Desktop, Tower on Mobile - Labeled",
            "component": "21934225",
            "insertPoint": "8th",
            "startingPoint": 8,
            "requiredCountToDisplay": "7",
            "maxInsertions": 25          
          
          },{
            "name": "Inline Links",
            "component": "17980324",
            "insertPoint": "8th",
            "startingPoint": 12,
            "requiredCountToDisplay": "11",
            "maxInsertions": 25
          },{
            "name": "GPT - Leaderboard to Tower - Slot Auto-select - Labeled",
            "component": "17012245",
            "insertPoint": "8th",
            "startingPoint": 12,
            "requiredCountToDisplay": "11",
            "maxInsertions": 25
          }
        ]

Like your older brother's friends who never seem to grow up, Blink-182 brought a high-energy, raucous show to Desert Diamond Arena on July 2.

After opening sets by Hot Milk and Pierce the Veil, Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge and Travis Barker took to the circular stage for what has proved to be the standard lineup of songs on their One More Time tour. Now-classic tunes like "I Miss You," "Rock Show," "Damnit" and "All the Small Things" kept the crowd on their feet for most of the set.

Here's a look back at the show.

click to enlarge

Bassist Mark Hoppus.

Jim Louvau

click to enlarge

Guitarist Tom DeLonge.

Jim Louvau

click to enlarge

Drummer Travis Barker's wife, Kourtney Kardashian, was on hand for the show.

Jim Louvau

click to enlarge

Bassist Mark Hoppus.

Jim Louvau

click to enlarge

Guitarist Tom DeLonge.

Jim Louvau

click to enlarge

A man playing the drums under yellow lights.

Drummer Travis Barker.

Jim Louvau

Jennifer Goldberg is the Senior Editor of Culture at Phoenix New Times. She joined the New Times staff in February 2016. In her role, Jennifer writes and publishes profiles of both local and regional musicians, previews upcoming performances and provides guides on the best of Phoenix’s entertainment scene. She also oversees the Best of Phoenix. Jennifer previously worked for Jewish News of Greater Phoenix. During her career, Jennifer has received awards from the Arizona Press Club, the Arizona Newspaper Association and the American Jewish Press Association. She holds a bachelor’s of arts in English from Arizona State University.

A message from Jennifer Goldberg: If you value independent journalism, please consider making a contribution to support our continued coverage of Phoenix's music, events and entertainment scenes.

Support Today