Biffy Clyro performed at the Barrowland Ballroom in Glasgow, taking fans on a journey from their humble beginnings in Ayrshire pubs to platinum-selling success. The Kilmarnock trio celebrated their first album, ‘Blackened Sky’, in an intimate setting with a sold-out show as part of ‘A Celebration of Beginnings’.
The night kicked off with a high-energy performance of album opener ‘Joy. Discovery. Invention’, followed by hits like ’27’ and ‘Justboy’. Despite a few hiccups, the band showed their tight live act after nearly three decades of playing together.
During the show, the band members shared banter on stage, with bassist James Johnston joking about forgetting the tracklist and singer Simon Neil playfully teasing about the heat in the venue. The crowd sang along to fan favorites like ’57’ and ‘Bubbles’, creating an electric atmosphere.
The setlist included a mix of old and new songs, with surprises like ‘Hope for an Angel’ from the ‘Blackened Sky’ era. The night ended with Neil’s acoustic performance of ‘Break A Butterfly On A Wheel’ and a triumphant run through ‘Stingin’ Belle’.
From small beginnings to headlining festivals, Biffy Clyro’s journey has been a remarkable one, and the Barrowland show was a fitting celebration of their roots and success. The band expressed gratitude to their loyal fans and reflected on the significance of their music and journey throughout the night.