The Barrowland Ballroom has seen its share of legends, but Jessie Murph’s Worldwide Hysteria Tour stood out for its pure raw energy.

There was no flashy pop or huge production—just a 21-year-old with a powerful voice, some lights, and a crowd giving it their all.

I saw her last time she played Glasgow, but this show was on a whole other level. The difference was like night and day.

The night opened with a simple acoustic set from Los Angeles alt-pop artist Devin Kennedy. His polished and heartfelt performance quickly connected with the crowd. Songs like “Forget About You” and “Star Crossed” won over the Glasgow audience thanks to his easy going charm and confident stage presence. It was the perfect calm before Jessie Murph took over.

When Jessie came on stage just after 9 pm, the whole room exploded with excitement. The mood shifted from waiting to pure hysteria as she started with “Gucci Mane.” She followed with “1965,” “Touch Me Like a Gangster,” and “While You’re at It,” singing each with confidence and grit.

Her voice cut through the air, and the crowd was so loud you could feel the floor shake. Sometimes, the audience even drowned her out!

If I had to describe Jessie’s music, I’d say it’s like Amy Winehouse with a country twist. She has the big hair, amazing vocals, and a natural charm.

Halfway through the show, Jessie took things down a notch with “I Stay, I Leave, I Love, I Lose”, an unreleased ballad that left the entire audience spellbound. But the calm did not last long.

When she began one of her most popular songs, “Pray”, the audience screamed every word back at her, bawling their eyes out, while Jessie smiled in disbelief between lines.

That enthusiasm continued over into “How Could You”, which was one of the night’s most powerful moments. The emotion in her voice, along with the scream of the audience, created an almost spiritual atmosphere; it felt like communal therapy rather than a concert.

My favourite part of the show was Jessie’s performance of “The Man That Came Back”. It’s unusual for me to experience full-body chills at an event like this, but Jessie’s vocals for this song were so powerful that I nearly burst into tears.

You can tell she puts her heart into her songs because she sings every word as if it means something. This girl has experienced a lot of pain in her life, and there was not a dry eye in the crowd. She had the entire crowd hanging on her every word.

However, I couldn’t help but feel that the stage setup lacked something. In contrast to the US shows, which included an entire production with dancers, acrobatics, and extravagant visuals, the UK and European leg felt more stripped back and basic. While it did highlight Jessie’s voice and storytelling, it lacked the spectacle and intensity that propelled the American leg to viral status online.

The simplicity worked for Barrowlands’ intimacy, but there were moments when it felt like her music lacked the grandeur it deserved. Nevertheless, Jessie more than compensated with her excellent presence. She dominated the stage from beginning to end, connecting with audiences in a manner that few musicians can.

The Glasgow crowd gave her everything, and she returned it–emotional, tumultuous, and full of heart.

The night ended with a raucous encore of “Ur Bill Is Big as Fuck” and “Blue Strips”, which had the entire audience jumping and screaming along. It was truly the perfect way to end the night; it truly was a rollercoaster of emotions.

Overall, Jessie Murph’s Worldwide Hysteria stop in Glasgow showed she doesn’t need a big production to win over a crowd. Still, after hearing about her full-scale show over in the US, it’s hard not to wish for a little more. Even so, she delivered a passionate, unforgettable performance that proved why she’s one of pop’s most exciting new artists. I cannot wait tosee where she goes next.

Review and all photography by K Gilfillan (@kgshoots_) for The Songbird HQ