Baby Queen AKA Arabella Latham is the South African songstress by way of London, whose appearances supporting the likes of Olivia Rodrigo and cameos on Netflix’s Heartsopper have garnered her a faithful yet niche following.

She’s currently in tour promoting her debut album out today, “Quarter Life Crisis” an album that begun its life in lockdown and is now, after three years in the making, being delivered into the eager hands of her fans.

Known for speaking up against the toxic nature of social media, FOMO, drug abuse and everyday struggles with mental health it’s easy to see why she’s a natural advocate for Gen Z and the societal pressures they face.

The stage in St. Luke’s is daubed in a twee pink bedroom scene – used in her promotional videos, cute kitch ornaments are strewn across her keyboard and there is an impressive lighting arrangement in place for this evenings show.

Starting with the anthemic ‘Quarter Life Crisis,’ setting the tone for a fun night of grunge inspired pop music. With nods towards Garbage, Hole and the lyrical essence of Lilly Allen.

‘Dream Girl’ followed, showcasing her versatile vocals and lyrical depth, establishing a strong connection with the audience.

The energy surged with ‘Buzzkill,’ a track that seen Letham playfully take photos with the audience.

As the set progressed, the crowd’s enthusiasm peaked with ‘Want Me,’ an infectious blend of pop sensibility and rebellious spirit.

At various points in the evening Arabella can be seen wielding a guitar, playing her keys but one thing that detracts is what seems to be the use of pre-recorded material.

Closing the night on a high note, ‘We Can Be Anything’ resonated through the venue, leaving an indelible mark.

Words & Photo’s Angela Canavan