After the Billiken made a silent and slightly awkward onstage appearance for its 100 birthday, the energy of the crowd composed of students and fans grew exponentially with each performance at the Homecoming concert held Friday, Sep. 26, in Chaifetz arena.

Treaty of Paris, a power-pop band from Chicago that teamed up with Andrew McMahon of Jack’s Mannequin to produce their first full-length album, started things off. It was clear that their fan base was small in the beginning, but as people clapped and cheered along, it appeared to grow.

They appeared unfazed by the fact that the majority of students were there to listen to Jack’s Mannequin and gave a solid set with their up-tempo songs and strong vocals. Thought not the best performers of the night, Treaty of Paris certainly entertained.

The crowd was more than ready for the second act.

Treaty of Paris had built the momentum, and Eve 6 quickly picked up where they had left off. Front man Max Collins had the crowd waving lighters and cell-phones as the band played their hit “Here’s to the Night”. Nostalgia for the ’90s and middle school dances was definitely in the air.

The youthful spirit was evermore present when Eve 6 played “Inside Out.” It sounded just as amazing as it did when Eve 6 was topping the charts a decade ago. The audience sang and danced along with this familiar hit, building up enthusiasm and energy with this, the band’s last song.

There was no doubt about the star of the show, however, when Jack’s Mannequin took the stage. The long-awaited band made a modest entrance that earned a rousing response from the crowd. Jack’s Mannequin energized the crowd even further, dancing and singing in such a way that the stadium full of fans couldn’t help but follow suit.

Andrew McMahon offered a new approach to playing the piano, playing one-handed, with two fists and even his left foot. Unable to decide whether he wanted to sit on his stool or stand up and play the piano, McMahon did both.

Excitement was in full swing once the music started, and it did not wane until Jack’s Mannequin walked off stage for a second time after the much-deserved encore.