After a long awaited return to the UK, Set It Off hit the stage for their highly anticipated 2025
tour, Selling out every show along the way. Joined by an extremely strong lineup of support
acts - TSS, Call Me Amour, and Point North the excitement was undeniable as they took
over Manchester’s O2 Ritz.
Opening the night, TSS (formally The Sunday Sadness) wasted no time in igniting the crowd. Their stage presence and striking image set the tone for a high energy performance that never lost momentum. Kicking off with “Would You Be My Therapy?” The band had the audience fully engaged. Moving seamlessly through their set with tracks such as “KILLING
ME” and “The Wrong Way”, TSS performed with confidence proving they belonged on stage.
Next up, UK based Call Me Amour kept the adrenaline flowing touring their recently released self-titled EP, They launched into “Happy Hell” instantly hyping up the crowd with a whirlwind of mosh pits. During “Blackout”, Frontman Harry Radford lept over the barrier weaving through the audience all while delivering powerful vocals. Ensuring no fan was left out, he even made his way to the accessible viewing area mid set. Tracks like 'Chasing Bugs', 'Good Day' and 'Bloom' maintained the intensity, Solidifying their reputation as a must see band.
Los Angeles based trio Point North followed, met with deafening cheers. Opening with
“WORLD vs PEACE” they immediately had the crowd jumping, shaking the venue floor.
Keeping the energy high with “Into The Dark (feat. Kellin Quinn)” and “STITCH ME UP”, their unique sound was met with an overwhelming response, as fans sang loud enough to nearly drown out the band. A standout moment came during “Below The Belt” when Set It Off’s Cody Carson joined frontman Jon Lundin for an unforgettable duet, sending the crowd into a frenzy of cheers and jumping.
As the lights dimmed, the room erupted into chants of “Set It Off!”, anticipation reaching a
high. Beginning with 'Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing (Reborn)' the band commanded the stage
from the beginning, With Cody Carson leading room wide mosh pits throughout the night.
Especially during 'The Haunting' when Cody pointed the mic to the crowd, Urging them to
sing louder. The setlist perfectly blended new and old favourites, including 'Evil People' and 'Kill the Lights' keeping the energy electric. Between songs, heartfelt speeches were made to thank the audience for their unwavering support, (Bringing some fans to tears).
A highlight of the night saw drummer Maxx Danziger swap places with Carson for an explosiveperformance of “I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead”, Earning roaring applause. As the set neared its end with “Killer In The Mirror” and “Why Worry”, The audience refused to let the energy die down. Chanting “Set It Off!” after the band had left the stage, They were rewarded with a powerful encore of “Punching Bag”, closing the night with an electrifying high.
From start to finish, every act delivered the best performances possible. With Set It Off
proving exactly why their return to the UK was so highly anticipated. A night of boiling
temperatures, emotional highs and unforgettable moments. This was not a tour to miss.
Words: Shanice Harrison
Photos: Ely King
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