David Duchovny Live at Metropol, Berlin | 17 October 2026
Warm guitar solos, a bluesy edge and, yes, a dancing Godzilla.
David Duchovny Live at Metropol, Berlin
The Metropol is packed. People of all ages are waiting for David Duchovny and hardly anyone seems keen to leave their spot for a trip to the bar. When the lights go down, the room erupts. The first song starts quietly. Duchovny’s voice sits over the guitar, with the drums held back. It takes a little time to build, and when the electric guitar comes in for a solo, people start clapping along. The next song is faster, and the mood in the room shifts with it.
Warm Guitars and a Raw Voice
The sound is good throughout the show. You can hear the different instruments clearly, from the acoustic and electric guitars to the bass and drums. Duchovny’s voice sounds raw but clear, without much in the way of effects. The set moves between upbeat rock songs and slower, more intimate moments. As the evening goes on, there’s more of a blues feel to some of the songs. The lighting changes with the music, from warm tones to a much more colourful stage. Between songs, Duchovny talks to the audience. He has something to say before nearly every track, sometimes sharing a personal thought, sometimes just chatting. He also tries his hand at German, which gets a good reaction. The crowd sings along to plenty of songs and the applause comes quickly between them. Early on, lots of phones are held up to film. Later, I notice fewer screens in the air. People seem more interested in watching the show than recording it.
The Band and the Fans
Duchovny introduces the band and each musician gets a warm round of applause. The guitars have plenty of space in the mix, but the bass and drums keep everything moving. At one point, Duchovny asks about the science-fiction fans in the audience. The response is loud, with cheers and clapping. Given how many people know him from "The X-Files", it’s hardly surprising. And then Godzilla turns up on stage. It’s an unexpected moment and the audience goes along with it immediately. By now, people are dancing, singing and clapping along. The atmosphere is a long way from the quiet attention during the opening song.
"Prince of Pieces": Duchovny’s Latest Album
Released in August 2026, "Prince of Pieces" is David Duchovny’s fourth studio album. It brings together rock, folk and blues, with songs that explore relationships, loss and the search for hope. Rather than sticking to one sound, the record moves between quieter, reflective moments and more driving guitar-based tracks. Some of the album’s material finds its way into the Berlin set. Live, the songs benefit from the band’s clear sound and the space given to the guitars. Duchovny’s voice remains direct and unpolished, which suits the more rootsy side of his songwriting. For anyone who knows Duchovny mainly from his acting career, "Prince of Pieces" offers another side of his work: a songwriter drawn to guitar-driven music and personal lyrics.
Rock, Blues and an Unexpected Guest
Songs from Duchovny’s new album, "Prince of Pieces", are part of the set, alongside the faster rock numbers and quieter songs. The changes in pace keep the concert from settling into one mood for too long. What I liked most was the sound of the band and how much room the guitars had, along with Duchovny’s unpolished voice. He also makes an effort to connect with the audience, whether he’s talking between songs, trying out German or giving the science-fiction fans a moment of their own. And I certainly didn’t expect to see Godzilla dancing at the Metropol that night.
Remaining Dates on David Duchovny’s European Tour
The "Prince of Pieces" European tour continues with three more shows:
18 October – Markthalle, Hamburg, Germany (Tickets)
19 October – Rockhal, Luxembourg (Tickets)
21 October – Komplex 457, Zurich, Switzerland (Tickets)
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