House of Music

Noah Cyrus

Emo’s

Austin, TX

October 22, 2025

Photos and Review by Roy Vergara

On a cool October night, Emo’s was softened by haze and low light as Noah Cyrus brought her I Want My Loved Ones to Go With Me North American tour to Austin for its second-to-last stop. The crowd buzzed with energy that was hushed and reverent, like a collective breath before the first note.

At 8:00 pm, opener Braison Cyrus took the stage. His voice was calm and unhurried, full of gratitude as he thanked his bandmates and his sister Noah for having him on tour. There was no showmanship, just sincerity. It set the tone for the night, one built on connection rather than spectacle. His short set closed at 8:30 pm, leaving behind a warmth that lingered in the stillness.

By 9:00 pm, the lights dimmed and a soft glow drifted across the fog-filled stage. Noah Cyrus emerged holding a single lantern that flickered gold against her robe as she made her way to center stage. The set looked alive, with rocks covered in moss, vines wrapping around the mic stand, and slender trees stretching upward from either side. Muted greens and ambers washed over the backdrop, creating a woodland scene that felt both grounded and dreamlike. She placed the lantern beside the mic stand and began “I Saw the Mountains,” her voice carrying softly through the haze as the crowd fell silent. The song opened the night in a reflective and almost spiritual way, setting the tone for what was to come.

A few songs later, Noah smiled between numbers and said with a laugh, “We got some anxiety on this stage,” drawing warm laughter and cheers from the crowd before easing into “I Burned LA Down.” Her voice carried through the room with a rawness that made everything else fall away. The sound was earthy and cinematic, steeped in Americana and folk but completely her own. Every lyric landed with weight, each pause deliberate. Noah performs with the calm that comes from knowing exactly who she is.

Midway through the set, she called Braison back to the stage. “Give it up for my brother Braison,” she said as he walked out holding a dozen roses. They sang together, harmonizing through a song he wrote in a moment that felt natural and emotional. The exchange was tender and genuine, a quiet celebration of shared roots and family.

Noah then shared a story from their childhood. “He used to drive me to school every day,” she said, smiling toward him. “And this was one of those songs that stood for our love of music.” The crowd fell silent as she began Band of Horses’ “The Funeral.” Moody blue and violet lights deepened the moment, her voice cutting through the quiet with haunting beauty.

Later in the night, Noah reflected on her journey. “What I do have is the artist I am today,” she said. “It’s a lot different from who was signed at fifteen. They gave me $500 to make the July music video, and that song changed my life. I was struggling with this inner battle, and your support made sure I didn’t have to release music I don’t believe in.” She paused, smiled, and added, “You guys completely set me free. This is your song.” When she began “July,” the audience sang every word. The connection between her and the crowd felt unshakable.

As 10:23 pm neared, Noah announced, “We got one more for y’all tonight. It’s called ‘I Got So High That I Saw Jesus.’” The lantern’s glow returned, casting her face in soft gold as her voice filled the room. It was still and beautiful, the kind of moment that makes time blur. At 10:28 pm, the main set came to a close.

The encore began moments later with “Make Me Cry” along with a pleasant surprise. Bill Callahan joined her onstage for Nick Cave’s “Into My Arms.” Their voices blended tenderly beneath the moody lights, the performance unfolding like a prayer. “Thank you, Bill, for coming out tonight,” she said after the song ended. “This is what it’s all about. Thank you, Austin!” She picked up the lantern and carried it offstage, its light fading into darkness.

When the house lights came up at 10:46 pm, the moss, vines, and trees remained bathed in soft color. The lantern was gone, but its glow still hung in the air. Noah Cyrus had created something rare, a night that felt both intimate and transcendent, rooted in earth yet reaching toward something higher.

Check out the gallery below to relive the night or see what you missed.

Braison Cyrus

Noah Cyrus