CONCERT REVIEW: High-Energy Night With LØLØ In Haarlem

On Sunday night, November 3rd, singer LØLØ took the stage at Patronaat in Haarlem, wrapping up her first European headline tour with an unforgettable show.

Her opening act, Gus, set the mood right away. From his first song, the atmosphere was lively, and his performance struck a nice balance between upbeat, party-like tracks and some more thoughtful, serious themes. He even covered Sabrina Carpenter’s Taste, and his chemistry with the rest of his band was great to watch. If you’re into indie and alternative pop, Gus is definitely worth a listen.

When LØLØ took the stage, the energy in the room lifted even more. A large backdrop with her name, inspired by The Wizard of Oz, echoed the theme of her latest album. She kept a playful, connection with the crowd throughout the show, but it was during Debbie Downer that she took the interaction further. Gus joined her on stage for a guest verse, and she invited two girls up to join her as “cheerleaders,” even tossing pom-poms into the crowd so more fans could join in on the fun.

Between songs, LØLØ shared the backstory behind a few of her tracks, giving the audience a bit of context. One recent release, DON’T!, quickly stood out to me, and after hearing it live, I knew it had to be added to my playlist—it’s a fantastic song. The setlist flowed well, balancing energetic tracks with softer moments. Like her opener, she added a cover to her set, delivering a rock version of Lorde’s Liability, which added a refreshing twist.

At the end of the show, there was a “we want more” moment, although it didn’t fully take off. LØLØ returned to the stage wearing a shirt with “Netherlands” handwritten on it—a unique piece that fans could later purchase as a single item at the merch table. She wrapped up with two final songs, closing out the night in a festive mood. It was a perfect way to end, and everyone left with a great feeling.