By Olly Bailey
On Friday 13th February, Good Neighbours took to the stage at New Century Hall in Manchester for their UK headline tour. From the moment doors opened, there was a noticeable sense of excitement in the air. It felt like the kind of lineup where each act had a clear identity, and the night built in momentum rather than peaking too early.
Opening was Fletchr Fletchr, an indie rock outfit from Hertfordshire, who delivered a set that was full of passion. Their performance felt very natural, yet emotionally driven, and what stood out the most was how quickly they managed to capture the room’s attention. People genuinely stopped their conversations and turned towards the stage, which isn’t always the case for an opening act.
Their sound carried a lot of feeling, and they performed with a quiet confidence that suggested they’re a band with a lot of potential ahead of them. They didn’t rely on theatrics, and they instead let the music and atmosphere speak for themselves, and it worked.
Next up was Master Peace, who completely shifted the energy of the venue. Where the opener was more immersive and reflective, his set was loud, energetic and immediately engaging. The crowd response changed almost instantly, with people moving, dancing and actively getting involved.
A major highlight of the set was his drummer, Hattie, who was one of the most talented live drummers I’ve seen in recent memory. Her precision elevated the entire performance, and the chemistry between the two of them made the set feel dynamic rather than static and rehearsed.
By the time Good Neighbours took to the stage, the atmosphere in the venue was already strong, but they managed to upraise it even further. The lighting design complemented their music perfectly, adding to the overall experience without ever feeling distracting. Their stage presence was constant and engaging, with the lead Oli Fox moving across the stage and actively feeding off the audience’s reactions. What made their performance stand out was the consistency of their energy and the crowd’s engagement – it never wavered.
When they played their most well-known tracks, Keep It Up, Home and Daisies, the reaction in the room was immediate and loud, with the crowd clearly connecting to every moment. It felt less like a performance you simply watch, and more like one you become part of. The combination of strong visuals and genuine enthusiasm from the band made the set feel immersive and memorable, closing the night on a high that was fully deserved.
Good Neighbours are about to embark on the European leg of their tour, performing in cities including Paris, Amsterdam, Prague, Berlin and Stockholm this March. This summer sees them take to the stage at many festivals including Zeyzey Miami, Isle of Wight, Romania’s Summerwell and Japan’s Summer Sonic. Nothing short of deserved.
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