Echo and the Bunnymen Electrify Glasgow's Barrowland
with Iconic Double Set Performance

★★★★☆ (4/5)

ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN PERFORMING AT GLASGOW’S BARROWLAND BALLROOM
PHOTOCREDIT: KEVIN KERR

On the brisk evening of March 20, 2024, Glasgow's Barrowland Ballroom took a step back in time for music aficionados as Echo and the Bunnymen took the stage for a monumental double-set performance. The anticipation crackled through the air as fans eagerly awaited the legendary band's arrival, and what ensued was a night of sonic mastery that will resonate in memories for years to come.

Opening the proceedings with the euphoric anthem "Going Up," Echo and the Bunnymen wasted no time in igniting the crowd with their trademark blend of post-punk and ethereal rock. From the first chord, the venue was ensnared in a whirlwind of energy, captivated by Ian McCulloch's haunting vocals and Will Sergeant's mesmerizing guitar work. As the set unfolded, the band delved into their illustrious catalogue, treating fans to a journey through their sonic evolution.

As the first set drew to a close, the atmosphere reached its zenith with fervent renditions of "Never Stop" and "Bring on the Dancing Horses," leaving the audience yearning for more. Yet, the brief intermission only served to heighten the anticipation, as whispers of anticipation filled the air for what the second set held in store.

Returning to the stage with an electrifying energy, Echo and the Bunnymen kicked off the second set and completed it with the timeless classics such as "The Cutter" and "The Killing Moon," each note resonating with an unparalleled intensity that reverberated through the venue's walls. It was a testament to the band's enduring legacy that these songs, decades old, still held the power to enrapture and enthrall.

As the night drew to a close, the band treated the crowd to an unforgettable encore, culminating in the anthemic "Lips Like Sugar" and "Ocean Rain." Bathed in a cascade of lights, atmospheric smoke and engulfed in the music's embrace, fans swayed in unison, united by a shared love for Echo and the Bunnymen's timeless sound.

In the hallowed halls of Glasgow's Barrowland Ballroom, Echo and the Bunnymen proved once again why they are revered as pioneers of alternative rock. With a performance that transcended time and space, they left an indelible mark on all who bore witness, solidifying their status as icons of the genre. As the final chords faded into the night, one thing was certain: the magic of Echo and the Bunnymen would linger long after the last note had been played.