On a crisp winter evening in Boston, the House of Blues transformed into an electrifying venue as emerging artist Bryant Barnes warmed up the stage for 070 Shake’s highly anticipated “The Petrichor Tour” stop. The venue’s intimate setting provided the perfect backdrop for what would become an unforgettable showcase of raw talent and artistic evolution.
Bryant Barnes took the stage promptly at 8:30PM, immediately commanding attention with his magnetic stage presence. The rising star’s 45-minute set demonstrated why he was chosen as the tour’s opening act. Barnes’ unique blend of R&B and Soul resonated through the iconic venue, showcasing his powerful vocals that cut through intricate electronic productions, guitar, and piano skills. I’ve personally been a fan of Bryant since he released one of his biggest breakout songs “I’d Rather Pretend,” which seemed to be a favorite of many other fans from the cheers it received.
Without exaggeration, the best way to describe Bryant Barnes’ voice is angelic. His performance of songs from his 2024 album titled VANITY, along with an unreleased song, suggested exciting developments in his artistic journey, while his existing tracks had the growing crowd swaying in appreciation.
He may be an opener now but will easily be selling out arenas in the near future. That night, he proved himself more than capable of setting the stage for a major tour. Bryant Barnes is definitely the artist to be watched.
When 070 Shake emerged at 9:40 PM, the energy in the room shifted immediately. The New Jersey-born artist, known for pushing genre boundaries, delivered a beautiful performance.
The stage design for “The Petrichor Tour” featured minimalist lighting that created silhouettes, perfectly complementing the atmospheric nature of her music. Smoke machines and carefully timed strobes added to the dreamlike quality of the show.
Opening with newer material, 070 Shake demonstrated significant artistic growth since her previous tours. She began the show with the first three songs off of her newest album, Petrichor, which were “Sin,” “Elephant,” and “Pieces of You.” Her signature raspy vocals soared over bass-heavy productions, while new arrangements of familiar tracks showcased her willingness to reinvent her sound. The crowd’s response was electric, particularly during her more emotionally charged songs, where the entire venue seemed to come together as one.The artist’s interaction with the audience felt genuine and unscripted.
The sound mixing deserves special mention – each layer of instrumentation was crystal clear while maintaining the raw edge that makes 070 Shake’s music so compelling.
As the night drew to a close, it was clear that 070 Shake had left a meaningful mark on the Boston crowd. “The Petrichor Tour” demonstrates not just musical talent, but the kind of artistic vision that pushes the entire industry forward. For fans lucky enough to secure tickets for remaining tour dates, expect an evening that transcends the typical concert experience. Both artists delivered performances that will likely be discussed long after the tour concludes, setting a high bar for live music in 2025!
For tickets to “The Petrichor Tour,” visit https://www.070shake.com/
