Moral at The Echo – Live Review

Moral — The Echo, Los Angeles, CA — January 22, 2026

Right before the chaos and exhilaration of NAMM weekend descended upon Southern California, Moral returned to Los Angeles for a performance at The Echo. Presenting An Evening at the Aphrodite Soirée, Moral and his band delivered an emotionally charged set of post‑shoegaze reveries that sent the entire room into a vibrant state of sonic bliss. There is a distinct magic and intrigue woven into the auditory world of Moral, and the songs from the recently issued Aphrodite manifesto translated live in nothing short of an epic fashion.

From the very first moments of the introduction, the music enveloped the senses. As vocalist Sean Rehak (aka Moral) stepped onto the stage, the band launched into the towering refrains of “Tear Me Apart,” followed by the expansive yet pensive dreamscape of “Play Pretend.” In addition to selections from Aphrodite, Moral premiered a brand‑new track titled “When Life Gives You Lemons,” which was met with immediate enthusiasm from the crowd.

Frontman Sean Rehak performs with a stunning sense of drive and conviction, channeling a potent amalgamation of emo, grunge, and raw emotional soul. His impassioned delivery pulls the listener deep into the heart of each song. The rest of the band matches his intensity with ease—Luke Sadanala on bass, Thomas Bedard on guitar, and Harrison Witcher on drums each contributing a fierce, immersive energy that elevates the entire performance.

The devastating tunes kept coming with “I Took This Too Far,” “I Can Fix You (Release Your Pain),” and “Closure,” each leaving an indelible mark on the evening. Moral closed the night with the transcendent “The World Will End For Us,” its darkly romantic refrain—“kiss me with the lights on”—echoing throughout the club long after the final note faded.

Fans of bands such as My Chemical Romance, Nirvana, and Citizen should absolutely explore what Moral is bringing into the world. His music is heartfelt, cathartic, and deeply empowering—crafted for anyone who seeks connection through sound. Watching Moral live feels like witnessing an artist on the cusp of something far larger, a creator sharpening his voice and vision with every performance. If this show is any indication, the future holds something remarkable for Moral and his beautifully reflective sonic universe. Until then, make sure to catch him the next time he appears at a venue near you; it’s an experience worth seeking out.

And be sure to watch for an all‑new interview with Moral coming soon to Highwire Daze Online.

(Review by Ken Morton – Photos by Scott Waters)

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