Glasgow’s Oran Mor was getting ready to host the famous musician Nik Kershaw’s sold-out show. As people’s excitement grew, lines started to form outside the venue. Everyone wanted to get the best spot possible so they could fully enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime experience. The low ceiling and unique setting of Oran Mor, which used to be a church but is now a basement venue, made it the perfect place for a concert. This added to the general atmosphere and made it a truly memorable event.
Seb Wesson, a London-based artist, was the event’s support act tonight, and he left the Glasgow audience very satisfied. Wesson effortlessly captured the crowd from the start, showcasing songs from his latest album, The Man From the Moon, and kept their complete attention throughout his concert set. Notably, his exceptional engagement with the audience brought an extra element of appeal to his already superb performance.
The atmosphere at the Glasgow venue was electric as fans awaited the arrival of Nik Kershaw for his highly anticipated No Glitz Just Hitz tour. With the venue nearly full, the excitement was apparent. The crowd exploded in cheers and clapping as soon as Nik took the stage. Opening with the catchy and beloved classic “Come on Down,” the audience couldn’t help but join in, singing along with Nik and feeling the exuberant spirit permeate the air. Nik took it all in with a smile, admiring the breathtaking scenery and the passionate supporters in the front. Keeping the momentum rolling, he went into “Radio Musicola,” enthralling the audience with his contagious energy. The night finally came alive when Nik sang the audience favourite “Wide Boy” from The Riddle album, with everyone yelling out the words and dancing in complete bliss. This was a night no one would soon forget, filled with Nik Kershaw’s upbeat and exciting hits.
What a night it was! From the opening songs of the set, the energy in the air was simply electric. The sold-out crowd couldn’t have been happier, as they soaked up every moment of this brilliant show. It wasn’t just a trip down memory lane; it was a night filled with raw passion. As Nik Kershaw took us on a journey through the decades, seamlessly blending old classics like “Somebody Loves You,” “Dancing Girls,” and “Can’t Get Arrested” with newer tunes, the atmosphere became even more euphoric. And when he finally performed the first of his big hits from the album “The Riddle,” the entire venue erupted in joyful sing-alongs. It was impossible not to share in the delight seen on the faces of both the band and Nik himself. This truly was a night to remember.
Jumping in and out of his albums, the amazing Nik Kershaw captivated the dynamic city of Glasgow with iconic tunes like Cowboys and Indians, When a Heart Beats, and Bogart. The crowd’s age range was slightly varied, although it was largely older people. However, both young and old were overjoyed with the performance. The band sang favourites including Wouldn’t It Be Good, The Sky’s The Limit, and I Won’t Let The Dun Go Down On Me before Nik Kershaw departed the stage for a well-deserved short rest before the encore. It was a night of sheer delight and musical beauty!
Nik Kershaw and his band were greeted warmly by the Glasgow fans when they returned to the stage. Nik pleased the audience with his superb performance of “Roses” and drew the night to a conclusion with the renowned Chesney Hawkes song, “The One and Only.” The atmosphere was fantastic all night, and it was an incredible pleasure to see the renowned Nik Kershaw in action.
Review and Photographs by James Edmond
