Shed Seven Ends Scottish Leg of Tour in Style At The O2 Academy in Edinburgh
Yorkshire legends Shed Seven lit up the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Saturday night, closing out the Scottish leg of their 30th Anniversary tour in style. With support from fellow Yorkshiremen The Sherlocks, the evening was a vibrant showcase of northern English talent in the heart of the Scottish capital.
Icelandic Rockers ‘KALEO’ Sold Out Show at Glasgow’s O2 Academy
Icelandic rockers KALEO took to the stage at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 18th November, delivering a powerhouse performance to a sold-out crowd. From the first chord, the band’s signature blend of blues, rock, and folk kept the buzzing audience spellbound.
Miles Kane - ‘One Man Band’ Tour
Miles Kane lit up Glasgow’s iconic King Tut’s on Sunday night with an electric performance, on his “One Man Band” Tour. This gig marked his final Scottish date, following stops in Edinburgh and Aberdeen before heading South, and it was clear from the start that Kane had saved something special for the famous Glasgow crowd.
Sam Tompkins Brought his “hi, my name is insecure tour.” to SWX, Bristol
On the gloomy autumnal night of 6th November, Sam Tompkins graced Bristol’s SWX with an aura of blessed light, illuminating his audience’s hearts with his heavenly vocals and healing lyricism. Named after his phenomenal debut album, the Brightonian artist’s “hi, my name is insecure tour.” is sizably and vocally his greatest yet, beginning in Manchester, embarking across Europe and eventually culminating in Paris in December. With support from the remarkable Kerr Mercer and the magnificent Martin Luke Brown, Sam’s Bristol show was a stunning celebration of positive masculinity, as the trio of male artists respectively showcased their emotionally rich artistry.
Ice Spice: “Y2K Tour” at Birmingham’s O2 Institute
After briefly postponing the date and switching venues, Ice Spice brought her energetic energy and catchy hits to Birmingham’s O2 Institute on 5th November for the final show on the UK leg of her “Y2K World Tour”. The concert was originally supposed to take place nearby at the O2 Academy but, due to the rapper having to change plans and attend a Fortnite event in her hometown of New York City, the venue was altered. The venue change was not an issue for me personally, as I always appreciate how much character the venue possesses and how grand the interior feels, and the alteration meant I could experience the main room of the O2 Institute after first attending an intimate gig in the venue’s ground floor room earlier this year.
Lindsey Stirling Meets The Royal Albert Hall
There are artists you like, there are artists you love, and then there are those artists who are so intrinsically woven into the fabric of your day-to-day life that you feel a personal sense of gratitude toward them. For more than ten years, Lindsey Stirling has unknowingly ridden life’s rollercoaster with me. She has been my go-to artist when I’ve felt unbridled joy, desperate sorrow, crippling anxiety, or total serenity.
Liana Flores at The Louisiana in Bristol
After the release of her album Flower of the soul in June, Liana Flores embarked on her ‘tour of the soul’ and is currently on the UK leg. Her sold-out show at the iconic The Louisiana venue in Bristol on October 28th was a beautiful night of folk and ethereal melodies.
Mallory Knox’s Return to Birmingham After 6 Year Hiatus
Mallory Knox's Birmingham show on 16 October was an electrifying return for the English alternative rock band after a six-year hiatus, and the energy in the room was palpable. The night kicked off with HRTLSS, a British rock/emo artist who set a solid tone for the evening, but it was electro-rockers Call Me Amour who followed that left a bit to be desired. Despite their best efforts, including engaging with the crowd from the barrier, the audience seemed somewhat subdued. Perhaps the dreary weather outside had dulled the spirits of the attendees, but it was evident that they were waiting for something to ignite the night.
Wallows First Night of Two Shows at Edinburgh’s O2 Academy
American alt-rock band Wallows brought their highly-anticipated 'Model’ Tour to Edinburgh’s O2 Academy on 15 October, for the first of two nights, and they delivered a memorable and engaging performance that had fans captivated from start to finish.
Becky Hill: Live At The OVO Hydro In Scotland
Becky Hill's performance at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on the 12th October was a showcase of her undeniable talent, commanding stage presence, and flawless vocals. Despite a few initial wardrobe hiccups, Hill's ability to connect with her audience never faltered, delivering a night of euphoric highs, intimate ballads, and expertly crafted visuals that kept the crowd fully engaged from start to finish. With standout support from opening acts Charlie Boon and SAVANNAH, the night was a full-scale celebration of dance, pop, and heartfelt performance. With a mix of high-energy hits, heartfelt ballads and stunning visual effects, Becky Hill proved once again why she's one of the most exciting live performers in the UK.