Halsey expressed admiration for Nick Cave during their performance at the Open’er Festival 2026 in Poland, where both artists appeared on the same day’s line-up.

The festival opened on 1 July with performances from acts including The xx, David Byrne, Zara Larsson, Florence + The Machine and Kneecap, setting a strong tone for the following day’s programme.

On 2 July, Halsey took to the main stage with an energetic set that included a rock-influenced remix of their hit ‘Colours’, engaging warmly with the audience as they responded with a spontaneous chant of the artist’s name.

During the set, Halsey openly shared excitement about performing at the festival and interacting with the crowd, telling fans they would join them in the audience after finishing their performance.

A notable moment came when they stated, “I want to see Nick Cave so bad,” highlighting their anticipation for the following headlining performance by Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds.

The set also featured personal touches, including a dedication of ‘Honey’ to lesbians in the audience, alongside a broader message of appreciation for women.

The article also places Halsey’s appearance within the context of their wider touring schedule, noting their recent completion of a 10-year anniversary tour for the album ‘Badlands’ and their ongoing ‘The Girl In The Tower’ festival run across Europe.Meanwhile, Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds were scheduled to follow Halsey on the main stage, as part of their first UK and European tour since 2024.The band’s recent activity, including studio work hinting at a new album, adds further anticipation to their live performances.Overall, the event highlighted a moment of mutual respect and excitement between major artists on a prominent European festival stage.