Vlads Live @ Fun Time Pony 3/10/26 - CHAOS. FUN. VLADS

It’s not often we’ll see a band twice in the same year with the number of gigs we try to get to, but Vlads are an exception. The energy they brought when they supported here in January meant there was absolutely no way we were missing their headline show. Plus, they’re genuinely a bunch of ripper lads.

To start with, Vlads songs just hit differently. They’re instantly catchy and somehow have you singing along no matter where you are, and that’s before you even add the band performing them live. Once you do, it all starts to make sense why their tour is called Finding Foreverland. Their shows feel like a theme park of chaos, madness and pure fun.

From the minute they hit the stage, the crowd was bouncing. Fans were screaming every lyric back at them, people were on shoulders, mosh pits erupted across the room, beach balls flew overhead, Kai and Edin appeared in clown face paint, shirts came off, beers were being handed out into the crowd and Kai somehow found himself crawling across the roof. And honestly, that's just a summary. Even after writing all that, it still doesn't properly capture how good this gig actually was.

Over the last year especially, Vlads have built a fiercely loyal following, and it’s easy to see why. They engage with their fans, constantly release new music, create great social content and remain visible between tours. It’s one thing many bands could learn from. These lads are genuine doers. They’re not sitting around waiting for opportunities to come to them, they’re out there creating them themselves, and that’s highly commendable.

Of course, we should probably talk more about the music too. Compared to their last visit, the band felt even tighter and more polished. Kai and Edin are natural performers who bounce effortlessly off each other on stage while their contrasting vocal styles are a huge part of what makes Vlads so distinctive. Edin brings a softer, more melodic and sensual vocal delivery, while Kai counters it with his unmistakable theatrical, spoken-word style. Together they create a sound that is undeniably Vlads.

Matt absolutely slayed on guitar all night, even overcoming some technical difficulties that most people in the crowd probably never even noticed. He also gave us a glimpse of his vocal ability during the unreleased track The Fountain, which was a real highlight.

Then there's Callum behind the kit, sporting his trademark speed dealer glasses. He keeps the engine room running all night, driving the band's high-energy sound with powerful, relentless drumming while looking like he's having just as much fun as the crowd.

Like all great Vlads songs, the music remains guitar and drum driven, enhanced by the diversity in the vocals. The chemistry between all four members is obvious, and that's what elevates the experience beyond simply hearing good songs performed live.

The best part about a Vlads show is that they genuinely look like they're having the time of their lives up there. While they remain professional musicians, they never lose that sense of fun, and that can't be understated. Some gigs you go to hear the songs. Some gigs you go to see the band. But Vlads gigs are about the entire atmosphere. The songs that hook you, the crowd involvement, the band's connection with the audience and the feeling that, for an hour or two, everyone in the room is part of the same experience.

If you're new to Vlads, it's hard to narrow down just a few songs to get you started, but here's our list.
The first song that got us hooked was Suzuki, but make sure you give these a spin too:

Sunshine Love
Cherry Lipstick
Ordinary
Waste It On Me
Fiyah
Rolla Coaster
Gum Ball
Wrapped Around Your Finger
Foreverland

After listening to those, tell us you're not a fan!!

Overall a night of absolute chaos, singalongs, beach balls, rooftop crawling and outstanding live music. Exactly what a Vlads show should be. 🎪🔥🎸🥁

Photos by Larryvisuals_