MIMI WEBB | O2 ACADEMY | GLASGOW – T H E S O N G B I R D

12 October 2025

Pop superstar Mimi Webb brought her ‘Confessions’ tour to O2 Academy Glasgow on Sunday night in celebration of her newest studio album. Having recently opened for the Jonas Brothers in arenas all across the UK, fans were eager to see how her performance style has evolved since her 2023 ‘Amelia’ tour, but was this the performance we expected?

London-based singer-songwriter Grace Gachot opened the show with an ethereal set marked by soulful vocals, striking style, and effortless stage presence.

Grace’s songs were full of emotion–beautiful reflections on pain, loss, and healing. ‘Flatlining’ and ‘Built to Be Bad’ evoked a soft sorrow, with her smooth, angelic vocals drifting over sparkling instrumentals.

Between songs, her honest narration and down-to-earth charm wowed the Glasgow crowd, creating a breathtakingly intimate precursor to Mimi Webb’s act.

When Mimi Webb finally took to the stage, the audience erupted. As the lights dimmed, heavy smoke billowed across the stage, and a piercing blue spotlight illuminated the central platform. Mimi Webb stepped onto the stage and opened the show with a snippet of ‘Kiss My Neck’.

Standing tall on the podium, she executed flawless, subtle choreography, including dramatic hair flips, smooth body rolls and signature pop star hand gestures that matched the song’s seductive beat. The effect was fascinating, with her figure flashing through the haze while her powerful voice shone through the intense drums. It was a strong and visually appealing introduction that drew the audience in.

She then went on to perform ‘Love Language’ before jumping into one of her most popular tracks, ‘Ghost of You, keeping the excitement up as she walked around the stage with confidence.

Despite her vocal mastery, the show’s limited visuals and poor lighting arrangement made the performance feel strangely empty at times. The production just did not match the scale or intensity of her voice, forcing Mimi to do most of the hard lifting.

Unfortunately, the staging did little to improve the performance overall. The set-up was quite simple: a single curtain background, a little elevated podium, and lighting that cycled between harsh and uneven.

At times, the area felt too empty, leaving Mimi to fill it with her own energy. While her natural stage presence and vibrant personality carried the event, a more dramatic lighting design or even backdrop graphics would have given her songs the extra boost they needed.

After delivering a couple more songs from her latest album, she moved on to the title track, Confessions, which was one of the evening’s highlights.

Mimi unleashed her inner ‘Pussycat Doll’ as she performed under harsh red lights, with seated choreography, hairflips, and bold, expressive movements. One of my personal highlights of the night was the performance of ‘You don’t look at me the same’, which was not only one of the strongest vocal performances but also featured some of the most stunning lighting moments.

This was the one moment in the concert that truly piqued my interest, and Mimi’s strong voice pierced through. Unfortunately, the crowd were not always as enthusiastic. While a few fans in the front sang along with every word, much of the audience stayed silent until the big hits arrived.

Nevertheless, her professionalism was undeniable. She remained warm and cordial,thanking the audience between songs, smiling throughout and never losing her passion. Even during quieter moments, she exuded gratitude and composure, demonstrating why she remains one of the most exciting pop talents to emerge from the UK in recent years.

3/5 STARS