Playing the biggest headline show of their career so far, Keo were welcomed to the O2 Academy in Glasgow by a young, enthusiastic crowd who made their love for the band clear from the very beginning.

Opening the evening was support act Brooki, who had a distinctly 90s-inspired look and sound. Their musical sound is very much guitar-driven, and their set went down well with the crowd. Singer Sarah Brookfield‘s vocals were particularly striking, occasionally bringing to mind the raw and deep sound associated with Courtney Love.

Then it was time for Keo, and the reception was something else! Their latest album, ‘Put A Smile On For Me’, had only been out for around a month, yet the audience seemed to know every word. During ‘Best I Can Do‘, the entire venue joined in, and that level of enthusiasm continued throughout the set.

Frontman Finn Keogh‘s gravelly vocals were a real highlight, particularly during the more soulful and heartfelt songs. ‘Spent On You‘ was undoubtedly one of the evening’s most beautiful moments. As Keogh sang, some members of the audience were visibly moved. Around the room, couples and friends stood with their arms wrapped around one another, sharing the moment. It was a lovely sight and a reminder that live music is about so much more than simply hearing your favourite songs played in front of you.

The set moved effortlessly between higher energy tracks and more reflective performances before building the atmosphere once again. Guitarist Jimmy Lanwern brought plenty of style and presence to the stage, while ‘That’s Me‘, a personal favourite, received a huge cheer from the crowd.

What made this gig extra special was the connection between Keo and their audience. The band was fantastic, but the crowd was equally brilliant – their singing, enthusiasm and obvious love for the music helped make this a memorable evening.

Keo return to Glasgow in March 2027 to perform at the Barrowland Ballroom (an even bigger venue!) for two consecutive nights. There is no doubt those shows will be exceptional!

All in, it was a fantastic night, with a band going from strength to strength, and a crowd who couldn’t have made their devotion for Keoany more obvious.

Article: Kim Sabatelli