On a rainy evening in Glasgow, a packed crowd gathered at the renowned Barrowland Ballroom for The Hives’ sold-out show, part of their The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons tour in Scotland. The excitement was electric as fans chatted eagerly while waiting to enter the venue. Opening for The Hives tonight is the talented support band Bad Nerves from Essex.
The band hit the stage and immediately gave off a vibe that this show was going to be amazing. With members wearing cut-off t-shirts—one in a Ramones shirt and the other in a classic Misfits shirt—it was clear they meant business. They kicked off their set with the fantastic track “Don’t Stop,” reminiscent of something you’d hear at a Ramones concert—fast, aggressive, and in your face.
The Bad Nerves had the fans at Barrowland captivated with their high-energy performance. Standout songs like Baby Drummer, Radio Punk, and You’ve Got the Nerve had the crowd toe-tapping and fully engaged. The band’s fast-paced set left a lasting impression, finishing with the explosive Mad Mind and closing with Dreaming. This is a band to keep an eye on, as they leave a lasting impact on their audience. Their powerful presence is truly something to behold.
As the venue lights brightened, roadies prepared the stage for The Hives, with fans buzzing about the Bad Nerves and eagerly anticipating The Hives’ return to Glasgow.
The stage was ready, with roadies dressed as ninjas standing on both sides holding guitars. They donned full black ninja attire, complete with masks and boots, revealing only their eyes as they patiently awaited the band’s arrival on stage.
As the lights dimmed and the band’s intro played, it was time to welcome the band to the stage as they greeted the Glasgow fans. The band members Per Almqvist, Niklas Almqvist, Mikael Karlsson, Christian Grahn, and Johan Gustafsson waved to the crowd as they entered the stage area. They kicked off the set with “Bogus Operandi” from their latest album, “The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons,” which thrilled the audience as Pelle energetically covered all parts of the stage and interacted with fans in the front rows. The infectious “Main Offender” followed, sending the entire venue into a frenzy as fans sang and danced along.
Fans were delighted to hear the new songs live as the performance focused on the latest album, playing just over half of it. Standout moments included Rigor Mortis Radio, Smoke & Mirrors, Trap Door Solution, and the impressive Stick Up. The Hives gave an electrifying performance, delivering all their hits and more with passion, energy, and the stage presence they have honed over the years. Pelle even ventured into the crowd to connect with fans.
The band ended their set with a fantastic performance of “Come On!” from the Lex Hives album, and finished the show with a bang as the audience sang along to the epic “Tick Tick Boom” from The Hives’ Black and White Album. It was a special night with The Hives in town, and if you’re looking for a high-energy show, this band is the way to go. Don’t miss out on seeing them live; catch them soon!
