By Kyle Horne
On a cold Friday night last week, while most were heading home for a well-deserved rest, 12,500 excited fans made their way to Wembley Arena for a full-throttle party with American singer-songwriter, Teddy Swims.
Currently on his tour of the UK and Europe, Teddy is reaching new heights—recently performing at the BRIT Awards and going viral online with hit singles Bad Dreams, The Door, and Lose Control, all taken from his latest album, I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy.
His rise has been nothing short of meteoric, but considering a wide number of tracks have become popular, rather than just the one—Teddy is no passing sensation, but a true powerhouse in contemporary music.
From posting soul-stirring covers on YouTube, to signing with Warner Records, and receiving a Grammy nomination at this year’s awards, Teddy has steadily built a devoted global fanbase with his blend of R&B, soul, and rock.
With Lose Control climbing the Billboard Hot 100, and going platinum, Teddy has officially cemented his place among music’s brightest stars.
To kick the night off, the audience were treated to Irish sensation, and Grammy Award winner, Cian Ducrot, whose heartfelt setlist included his hit tracks, Part of Me, and I’ll Be Waiting. Cian’s beautiful set, seamlessly switching between standing at the mic, and sitting at the piano, uplifted the audience, and inspired them—preparing them for what was to come.
The lights dimmed, and anticipation buzzed through the arena.
After a short break, it was time.
Then, in an instant, the curtain dropped to a wide-eyed Teddy Swims, who opened his set with the foot-stomping track, Not Your Man.
Full of soul and power, Teddy commanded the stage at the top of his cosmic set, which included a revolving staircase, covered in playful graffiti, playing into Teddy’s brand; and each band member had their own designated space, giving them a chance to shine, which was a thoughtful touch.
Dressed in an overcoat, with ‘LONDON’ embroidered on the back, Teddy amazed us all with his raw vocal talent, and it’s clear to see why he has become such a success.
Throughout the night, Teddy engaged deeply with the audience, sharing the backstory behind each song, and offering personal insights he had gained along the way. It was impossible not to be drawn in.
One thing that stood out most was how humble he seemed. Fame has not dulled his genuine nature, and you could see in his eyes that performing at the iconic Wembley Arena was an honour he didn’t take lightly.
His set structured in 3 parts: the opening numbers, an intimate acoustic set, and a high-energy closing section–oh, and that unforgettable encore!
During his acoustic set, Teddy paid homage to his roots, transporting the audience back to his early YouTube days. The stage transformed into a jukebox, which kept rotating album covers, branded with Teddy’s signature aesthetic, symbolising his journey from cover artist to original hitmaker. Keeping with tradition, he invited a fan to choose a letter and number for the jukebox, revealing the surprise cover of the night—Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On, which the audience adored.
Teddy wrapped up the set with his chart-topping anthem, Lose Control, but the crowd was far from ready to say goodbye. In response to the deafening cheers, he returned for an encore—an extended rendition of The Door, which left the arena echoing with applause.
In a time of uncertainty, Teddy Swims did more than just perform; he united a room full of strangers through the power of music. Wembley Arena pulsed with fire, energy, and raw emotion.
Fans young and old turned up to witness and celebrate his insane talent, and celebrate they did.
This wasn’t just a concert—it was a testament to how far Teddy has come and how much further he’s destined to go.
Photography & Text Copyright 2025 © Kyle Horne/ADRENALINE Magazine.
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