You can have anything in this world except… - Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber Tour Hits Austin
On a historic night in Austin, the legendary Wu-Tang Clan brought their Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber tour to the Moody Center, and it was nothing short of iconic. A sea of fans, both old heads and new generations, filled the venue, all united by the raw energy and timeless lyricism that only Wu-Tang can deliver.
Adding even more heat to the night, Run The Jewels opened the show with their signature intensity. Killer Mike and El-P didn’t waste a second, spitting with grit, commanding the stage, and proving why they’re two of the most notorious rhyme spitters of the modern era. Their set was the perfect setup for what felt like a hip-hop summit. From the second the Clan hit the stage, the atmosphere shifted. The crowd erupted to the opening lines of classics like “Protect Ya Neck,” “C.R.E.A.M.,” and “Da Mystery of Chessboxin’.” Every verse was rapped in unison by thousands, proving that Wu-Tang’s influence continues to transcend time.
For me, it was more than just a concert; it was a dream realized. As a die-hard fan who grew up living and breathing Wu-Tang, being there was already a monumental experience. But this night held even more weight. I wasn’t just in the building as a fan; I was there on media credentials, camera in hand, capturing the essence of legends in real time. Shooting at the Moody Center has been one of my personal goals, and to achieve it while covering the Wu-Tang Clan? That’s what you call alignment.
Each member brought their signature energy, RZA commanding the stage with presence, Method Man igniting the crowd with charisma, and GZA delivering bars with the sharpness of a chess master. The visuals were tight, the sound was booming, and the love from the crowd was unmatched. GZA performed Liquid Swords with a master’s grace, slicing through verses like it was 1995. Raekwon delivered Incarcerated Scarfaces with that mafioso swagger that still hits just as hard. Ghostface Killah shut it down with his verse on Ice Cream, his cadence aging like fine wine. Inspectah Deck nearly burned the place down when he jumped into his iconic verse on Triumph, sparking one of the loudest reactions of the night. Young Dirty Bastard paid homage to his father with electrifying energy, channeling ODB’s wild spirit in a way that felt both respectful and celebratory.
Moments like this remind me why I do what I do. Nights like these fuel the passion behind the WAVEZ Movement: to be in the trenches documenting culture, celebrating icons, and uplifting moments that deserve to be remembered.
Wu-Tang is forever, and on this night in Austin, they proved once again why.
