It’s a Saturday night in London, and the pubs are full of people spilling out onto the streets over laughter, clutching their half-full pints, unwinding after a long week. But on September 20th, the real buzz was not on the high street. Instead, it was at the iconic O2 Kentish Town Forum, where the queue for Grentperez’ headline show snaked around corners for miles. It’s the kind of line that makes passersby stop and ask, “Who’s playing tonight?” For one night only, the legendary stage once shared with icons like David Bowie and Bon Jovi was rebranded into Grant’s very own bar and Grill for his Backflips In A Restaurant Tour. And lucky for us, we had a table reserved and are here to share all the highlights from the unforgettable night.
A Band That Felt Like Family
Grentperez may be a solo act, but onstage, nothing about the performance felt solo. The connection between him and his band was electric, the kind of easy banter that makes you feel like you’re eavesdropping on best friends hanging out. His bassist, drummer, and even the on-stage sommelier who served ‘Cherry Wine’ all played their part in creating a story that unfolded live before our eyes. At times, Japanese pop culture references were incorporated, microphones were shared, and home videos were created. The immersive and collective atmosphere is an experience you’ll only get surrounded by fans watching your favorite artist live.
Fans As Part of the Show
Halfway through the night, we started to wonder what the empty candle-lit table was doing on stage. Sure, it added to the ambiance, but the two unused chairs had us questioning the plot. Of course, this was reserved for two lucky fans who were brought onstage and seated comfortably. If this is not a dream for any fan, we don’t know what is!
Serenaded by Grentperez while the entire Forum looked on, the moment was half pub sing-along, half rom-com. It was the kind of interaction that makes you forget you’re in a 2,300-capacity venue and convinces you instead that you’re in a neighborhood spot where everyone knows your name. It was truly such a unique experience and way to spotlight the fans.
The Perfect Setlist
The setlist for Grentperez’s Backflips In A Restaurant Tour, was crafted like the perfect cocktail, equal parts high-energy classics and mellow, heart-tugging ballads. From our spot in the crowd, we loved watching fans with wide eyes enjoy their night. Some were slow dancing with their lovers to tracks like ‘Everest’ while friends jammed out with rolled-up tour posters in their hands, doing the air guitar to ‘Headspace.’ It felt really memorable as we watched a room full of fans who cared more about being present than capturing it on their phones.
From start to finish, the night felt less like a traditional gig and more like an invitation into Grant’s own cozy candle-lit bar. A place where music, community, and warmth took over. While the soundtrack was Grentpereez’ insane live vocals (seriously, his voice is so versatile!) With every joke, every note, and every ‘Cherry Wine’ toast, he reminded us that the magic of live music isn’t just about the artist, but the atmosphere they build and the people they share it with. For one night in Kentish Town, Grentperez made London feel a little smaller, a little warmer, and a lot more like home.
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