We had the opportunity to ask Dan Reynolds, the frontman of Imagine Dragons, to rank their diamond-certified songs based on how fun they are to perform live. Surprisingly, Reynolds ranked their breakout hit, “Radioactive,” as the least fun to perform and even expressed his desire to remove it from their setlist. However, he acknowledged the importance of the song to their fans and wouldn’t want to disappoint them.
Imagine Dragons has been one of the biggest bands in the world for over a decade. Their immense success can be attributed to their 2012 debut album, “Night Visions,” which featured the hit single “Radioactive.” The song broke chart records, won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance, and was hailed as the “biggest rock hit of the year” by Rolling Stone. In 2015, “Radioactive” received diamond certification from the RIAA, signifying over 10 million units sold. Today, Imagine Dragons holds the record for the most diamond-certified songs by any band in history. Their other diamond-certified songs include “Demons,” “Believer,” and “Thunder.”
These tracks have become staples in Imagine Dragons’ live performances. Their recent Hulu documentary, “Imagine Dragons Live in Vegas,” showcases how the crowd reacts to these songs, with the mere sound of the opening drum beat of “Believer” or the funky bass line of “Thunder” igniting a surge of excitement from the audience.
When asked to rank these four songs from most to least fun to perform live, Reynolds immediately chose “Believer” as his favorite. The earnest arena-rock anthem, “Demons,” took the second spot. Controversially, he ranked “Thunder” third and “Radioactive” in last place, citing fatigue and vocal challenges associated with the latter song. Reynolds explained that after playing “Radioactive” countless times, it becomes physically demanding, especially since it’s usually performed towards the end of their set when he’s already tired.
Despite this, Reynolds assured fans that “Radioactive” will remain on the setlist as long as they want to hear it. Unlike some bands that decide to retire their most popular songs, Imagine Dragons values their fans’ preferences and believes that their success is owed to them. Reynolds emphasized that their fans are the reason they have a career, and they are committed to playing the songs that their fans want to hear.
Reynolds also commended guitarist Wayne Sermon for his work in arranging the setlist, writing interludes, and mixing the songs. Sermon emphasized the band’s commitment to ensuring that their fans have an enjoyable experience at their shows. They strive to play the most popular songs to fulfill their fans’ expectations and create a memorable experience for everyone in attendance. However, they also leave room for surprises and incorporate songs that are special to them and their longtime fans.
The documentary, “Imagine Dragons Live in Vegas,” centers around the band’s spectacular concert at Allegiant Stadium in September of last year. Before their rise to fame in 2012, Imagine Dragons started their journey in Las Vegas, playing small shows on the Strip. Reynolds recalled the challenges they faced, from playing on tiny stages to dealing with fights, drunkenness, and people interrupting their performances. Despite their humble beginnings, Imagine Dragons went on to play stadium shows in their hometown with a capacity of 65,000 people.
For bassist Ben McKee, performing for a large crowd alleviates the pressure and allows them to feed off the energy of the audience. He emphasized that their love for performing and creating music is what drives them, regardless of the size of the crowd.
Imagine Dragons’ journey from playing small shows on the Las Vegas Strip to headlining stadium concerts is a testament to their dedication, talent, and love for their craft. They continue to prioritize their fans’ enjoyment and strive to deliver an unforgettable experience with each performance.
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