Renee Rapp Leaves a Scar on Minneapolis During her Bite Me Show
This past Friday, Renee Rapp lit up The Armory in Minneapolis with a fiery stop on her Bite Me tour, delivering a night that was equal parts emotional catharsis and unapologetic fun.
With her sophomore album, Bite Me, clocking in at a lean runtime, Renee treated fans to every track from the record, seamlessly weaving in fan-favorite hits from her earlier work. The setlist was a rollercoaster of moods—from the cheeky sass of “Poison Poison” and “Pretty Girls” to the gut-wrenching vulnerability of “Snow Angel” and “In the Kitchen.”
Before Renee took the stage, the crowd was treated to a soulful and captivating set from opener Syd, whose smooth blend of alternative R&B and indie soul set a mellow yet magnetic tone for the evening. Known for her work with The Internet and her solo artistry, Syd’s performance was intimate and cool, drawing the audience in with her velvety vocals and laid-back charisma. Her set was a perfect contrast to Renee’s high-energy theatrics, offering a moment of calm and groove that warmed up the crowd beautifully.
During her song, “Kiss It Kiss It”, a type of kiss cam was playing on the big screen behind Renee, where the camera would show lesbian couples fully making out. At another point during this song, the camera panned over and showed a fan on the barricade who was dressed as The Lorax of all things. This pulled quite the group chuckle from the crowd because it was just so random. Renee has also been doing a bit where, during her closing song, “At Least I’m Hot,” Renee features a fan onstage to sing her girlfriend’s part of the song. Minneapolis got an extra dose of sweetness when a young fan was chosen, melting hearts across the venue.
Having seen Renee live before, I can confidently say her voice and stage presence are unmatched—but it’s her humor and connection with fans that truly elevate the experience. Her comedic timing is razor-sharp, and the crowd’s energy only amplifies it. A standout moment came during “I Think I Like You Better When You’re Gone,” when fans held up signs reading “I Think I Like You Better In Minneapolis” as part of a coordinated fan project. Renee’s face lit up instantly, and she made sure to thank everyone afterward, clearly touched by the gesture.
From start to finish, Renee Rapp’s Minneapolis show was a masterclass in blending emotional depth with irreverent joy. Whether you came for the heartbreak ballads or the chaotic kiss cam antics, you left with a full heart—and probably a sore throat from screaming.
