Imagine Dragons 'Loom World Tour'

A show of this scale, packed with explosive pyro, giant lighting rigs, and screens glowing like stained glass, could easily have felt like a spectacle to be watched rather than truly experienced. But Imagine Dragons ensured the audience were never just spectators. From the very first burst of pyro to the countless singalongs, they pulled everyone into the heart of the show. The central ramp, which extended deep into the crowd, was where Reynolds' spent most of his time, creating genuine moments of intimacy; an impressive feat in a stadium this size. 

Then came the beach balls. If singalongs and a passionate frontman weren’t enough to make a crowd feel involved, then a wave of giant inflatables bouncing across the stadium whilst the band played 'Take Me to the Beach' certainly did the trick. This was a moment of pure fun that broke down any lingering barrier between band and audience, and even made security get in on the fun.

Even as a fan of the band, it was still amazing to be reminded, almost in real time, just how many hits Imagine Dragons have. At one point in the middle of the set came a trio of songs that many bands would spend a lifetime trying to write just one of, and even then, likely never come close. ‘Radioactive’, ‘Demons’ and ‘Natural’ arrived back-to-back, three songs so tailor-made for stadiums that they would be the emotional high point and grand finale of another artist’s set. And yet here, they were simply dropped into the middle, without it ever feeling out of place. That is not to say they sounded any less impactful live because of this placement, with all three songs still retaining the grandeur they hold on record,with ‘Demons’ in particular elevated by Dan Reynolds’ heartfelt piano-led intro.

Following the high-energy brilliance of this trio of songs, Reynolds took a moment to slow things down, delivering an impassioned moment of reflection. He spoke openly about the band’s love for the UK and how it has always felt like a second home, before sharing what music has meant to him personally. Growing up in a religious environment he never fully connected with, Reynolds described music as “my god, my magic, my heart,” a sentiment visibly echoed by the capacity crowd. The emotion deepened further as he spoke about the importance of mental health, describing music as his therapy and source of strength, urging others to seek help because everyone matters. It was a powerful moment seeing a man such a prominent platform speak so freely and sincerely about such a vital issue.

Even in its most personal moments, the night never lost its sense of scale. Emotional reflections were paired with bursts of joy that sparked a shared connection across the entire stadium. That connection was deepened by moments of humour too, most notably during ‘Sharks’. With an apparently limitless production budget, constant pyrotechnics, and massive flanking screens, one’s imagination could easily run wild with how this song might be performed. A wall of water, perhaps? Or a flying metallic shark soaring above the crowd? Well it was neither of these. Instead, Reynolds emerged wearing a shark hat and novelty sunglasses, complete with a shark hand puppet. It was a knowingly absurd choice, but one that landed perfectly. The contrast between the stadium’s epic setting and the silliness of the moment made it all the more enjoyable, creating, rather surprisingly, one of the night’s most memorable moments.

However, the night’s most memorable moment was undoubtedly Imagine Dragons’ set closer, ‘Believer’. By the time it kicked in, there wasn’t a single person sitting down, with all in attendance making the most of their last chance to sing and dance the night away. As the final note rang out, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium erupted, showing their appreciation for a night that had been equal parts spectacle and soul. While Imagine Dragons’ musical brilliance has been evident for well over a decade, the Loom World Tour will surely cement their status as stadium headliners worldwide. They are generational talents who put on a live show that must be seen to be believed.