The night of February 13th was an electrifying event, with a palpable sense of anticipation filling the air at The Roundhouse for the M3LO Word Tour sold-out show. This was a pivotal stop on the European world tour of the French singer, a moment of high anticipation and excitement for all present.
The show, a celebration of his 2024 album BDLM Vol 1, was a testament to his star quality. It was a vibrant gathering that brought together the French diaspora, united in their shared love for Tiakola's music, and brimming with energy from the first note to the last. It was a true testament to the power of music to unite and energize.
Opening the show with T.I.A the setlist included hits from throughout his career and his latest offering. The music filled The Roundhouse from top to bottom, never stopping for a moment apart from moments when he spoke with the crowd. Joined on stage by his band and a DJ who got the crowd warmed up before he took the stage, the hour-and-a-half-long show was a strong display of his artistry and his ever-popular each that has developed outside of his home country of France.
Various moments of the show stood out, including when he played 'Aprés Minuit, the track he is featured on the latest Wizkid album. He also played PASCOMMECA, PING PONG, MAMI WATA, and MANON B before closing the show with psychologique. Dave, who would've made it for quite a moment, was missing from the show when SPECIAL and MERIDIAN dropped.
Overall, the show was a vibrant display of the talent Tiakola possesses and how he has continuously been able to rise as one of the biggest and most diversely popular French artists. His music, which infuses everything from hip-hop to Afrobeats to elements of R&B and other musical notes, was a testament to his diverse influences and rich artistry.
