Kaleo’s September 30, 2024 show at the Bayou Music Center was a testament to their raw energy and musical prowess. Best known for hits like “Way Down We Go,” which was featured in the Logan movie, the Icelandic powerhouse brought Houston their signature blend of bluesy rock.
The night opened with Larkin Poe, led by sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell, who set the tone with fiery southern rock riffs, energizing the crowd. When Kaleo took the stage, they opened with “USA Today,” followed by “Break My Baby” and “Broken Bones,” instantly getting the audience fired up.
Fans swayed, jumped, and sang along as the setlist ebbed and flowed, even shouting out requests for favorites like “Hey Gringo.” While some might say the performance felt more reserved than previous shows, the real highlight was frontman Jökull Júlíusson’s incredible vocal range. He moved effortlessly from a deep, gravelly tone to belting out powerful high notes, keeping the crowd on edge. The band’s electrifying guitar riffs and harmonica solos brought wild cheers from the audience.
Kaleo kept the energy high with crowd favorites like “All the Pretty Girls” and “Skinny.” However, the standout moment of the night was their haunting Icelandic track, “Vor í Vaglaskógi” (If you haven’t looked up the translation of the lyrics, you absolutely should!).
The show culminated in an explosive encore with “Rock ’n’ Roller,” leaving the crowd electrified. Kaleo’s fusion of gritty blues, rock, and soul delivered an unforgettable experience for their Houston fans.
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