Tom Grennan is an English singer-songwriter who is gaining popularity for his soulful voice and emotionally raw lyrics. He is known for hits like “Found What I’ve Been Looking For” and “Little Bit of Love.” Grennan has an upcoming concert tour across the UK and fans are eager to find out what songs he will perform.
Tom Grennan’s Musical Style
Grennan’s music has been described as a blend of alternative rock, soul, and blues. His gravelly vocals and introspective songwriting have drawn comparisons to artists like Paolo Nutini, Jamie T, and Rag’n’Bone Man. However, Grennan has developed his own unique sound over the course of 3 studio albums.
His debut album “Lighting Matches”featured the single “Something in the Water” and had a raw, stripped-down sound sometimes compared to early Arctic Monkeys. His follow up “Found What I’ve Been Looking For” saw Grennan branch out into more soulful territory with horn sections and gospel-tinged vocals. Singles like “A Little Bit of Love” and “Barbed Wire” demonstrated his talent for writing catchy hooks and displaying his impressive vocal range.
Grennan’s latest release “Evering Road” represents his most diverse work yet. The album experiments with synth textures, pop melodies, and contemporary R&B production. But the emotional vulnerability and raspy soul vocals remain at the core of Grennan’s appeal.
Setlist Expectations
Based on recent setlists and his latest album release, fans can probably expect to hear a wide selection of songs from across Grennan’s discography at his upcoming concerts.
He will likely perform most, if not all, of the singles from his 3 albums. Songs like “Found What I’ve Been Looking For,” “A Little Bit of Love,” “Something in the Water,” and “Barbed Wire” seem very likely to be included.
We’ll also probably hear highlights from “Evering Road” like “Better Off Without You” which showcase his contemporary pop-soul sound.
Beyond the singles, fans can expect to hear fan-favorites like “Lucky Ones,” “Time to Reminisce,” and “This Is The Place.” Grennan also seems to always include stripped down acoustic versions of certain songs, so an acoustic section is highly likely.
Covers have been a staple of his live shows over the years as well. His covers of Amy Winehouse’s “Tears Dry On Their Own” and Paolo Nutini’s “Last Request” have been well-received by crowds.
Setlist at Recent Concerts
Looking at Grennan’s recent concert setlists can provide more clues into what he will play on his upcoming tour.
At a March 2022 show in Manchester, his 25 song setlist included:
Song | Album |
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Found What I’ve Been Looking For | Found What I’ve Been Looking For |
A Little Bit of Love | Found What I’ve Been Looking For |
Evering Road | Evering Road |
This Is The Place | Lighting Matches |
Barbed Wire | Found What I’ve Been Looking For |
The set spanned his entire discography and included the expected singles as well as album cuts like “It’s Alright to Not Be OK.” The acoustic portion included “Sweet Hallelujah” and a Neil Young cover.
Similarly, at a July 2022 festival appearance he played:
Song | Album |
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Something in the Water | Lighting Matches |
Lucky Ones | Found What I’ve Been Looking For |
Better Off Without You | Evering Road |
Time to Reminisce | Evering Road |
A Little Bit of Love | Found What I’ve Been Looking For |
Again featuring singles new and old, some acoustic songs, and fan favorites from all eras of his discography.
Potential Surprises
There’s always a chance Grennan throws in a few surprise song choices for his upcoming tour. He could opt to perform some deeper album cuts that don’t get much live play.
Songs like “Searching” and “Take Me Back” from his first album or “Counting Down the Days” from his most recent could make unexpected appearances.
He may also try out a few new unreleased songs to give fans a preview of his next album. Grennan is rumored to be working on new music, so debuting a new song or two is possible.
The special guests or venue could inspire unique one-off covers as well. If an icon like Paolo Nutini or Amy Winehouse happened to duet with him, doing one of their hits would be likely.
Conclusion
Tom Grennan’s versatility as a singer and songwriter makes his setlists varied and exciting. While he’ll surely perform the big singles that brought him fame, deep cuts for true fans and unexpected covers help make each concert unique.
The core of his live show rests on his gripping vocals and earnest lyrics. Fans connect to the emotional authenticity at the heart of songs like “Found What I’ve Been Looking For” and “A Little Bit of Love” whether at a small club or huge arena.
By touring small venues even as his popularity grows, Grennan maintains that intimate connection with crowds. This makes every show and setlist feel special no matter how big he gets.
While the specific songs may vary night to night, one thing that remains constant is Grennan’s incredible capacity to move audiences through heartfelt performances. His upcoming concert will surely be no exception.