Lewis Capaldi | at Co-Op Live in Manchester
Date: 21/09/25 - Night 2/2
Lewis Capaldi closed his run in Manchester last night with the second of two sold out shows at Co-op Live, delivering a performance that showed exactly why his music resonates with so many.
His vocals carried real power and emotion, moving from ballads to quieter, stripped back moments that held the entire arena in stillness. The production was refined and atmospheric, with lighting and visuals that framed the music without ever distracting from it.
The crowd’s response was extraordinary. Every song was met with thousands of voices singing in unison, filling the venue with an energy that felt more like a collective celebration than a typical concert. Capaldi’s humour and warmth in between songs added to that connection, turning an arena show into something that felt surprisingly personal.
What gave the night even more weight was the wider context. After stepping away from touring in June 2023 to focus on his health, his return to the spotlight carries an added sense of admiration. That decision to take a break, and now to come back on his own terms, has only deepened the respect fans have for him.
The final Manchester date was not just the end of two sold out nights but a moment that underscored Capaldi’s enduring place in music. Honest, unpolished and powerful, it was a show that will be remembered long after the lights went down.
Written/ Photographed by Tom Rogan - (Portfolio)
