by Martyna Rozenbajgier
Halloween is already an exciting night on its own — but now imagine celebrating it inside one of London’s most breathtaking venues. Under the glowing dome of the Royal Albert Hall, where chandeliers shimmered like ghosts and the air pulsed with anticipation, Inhaler transformed the night into a haunting, euphoric spectacle.
The hall was a sea of creativity — skeletons, witches, vampires, and Disney villains swaying under golden lights. Every row buzzed with conversation, laughter, and that peculiar tension that only builds before a great show begins. It wasn’t just another concert; it was a celebration, a costume party, and a rock sermon all at once.
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Before the main act appeared, fans were treated to two stellar support performances that built the perfect atmosphere. Scustin were first to take the stage, setting the tone with their upbeat rock sound and chaotic charm. They had the crowd clapping and jumping from the start — their mix of funk, rock, and humor brought an effortless sense of fun that instantly warmed up the room.
Next came The Guestlist, whose stage presence was as sharp as their suits — or, in this case, their Halloween costumes. Dressed as NASA astronauts, they leaned fully into the night’s theme while delivering a set that perfectly complemented Inhaler’s sound. Their songs carried the same mix of grit and melody that fans love about Inhaler, and by the end of their set, the crowd was already in orbit. The energy was rising, and you could feel the Hall beginning to hum.
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Then, as the house lights dropped, a hush fell over the crowd — the kind that lasts just a few seconds but feels like forever. The opening notes of The Phantom of the Opera theme filled the venue, a dramatic prelude that sent a thrill through the audience. Candles flickered across the stage, and Inhaler appeared dressed as the film’s main characters, perfectly playing into the grand, gothic surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall. It was theatrical, unexpected, and completely brilliant.
They kicked off with Open Wide, their latest single, and from the first guitar riff the floor was vibrating with energy. The crowd erupted, bodies moving in sync, voices instantly shouting every word back. Then came Dublin in Ecstasy — a moment that can only be described as pure euphoria. With green, white, and orange lights swirling through a haze of smoke, it felt like the band had literally poured ecstasy into the song. Everyone was bouncing, arms in the air, faces lit up with the kind of joy that only live music can create. The sound bounced beautifully off the curved walls, turning every chorus into a collective heartbeat.
As the night continued, frontman Elijah Hewson’s voice cut through the room with raw emotion and charm. DuringEddie’s in the Darkness, he prowled the stage with confident ease, his vocals soaring effortlessly. Then came Totally and Little Things — songs that showcased Inhaler’s softer, more vulnerable side. You could see friends with arms wrapped around each other, couples swaying, and strangers smiling as the melodies rippled through the Hall.
By the time Who’s Your Money On? (Plastic House) began, the crowd had hit full ignition. From the first second, no one was standing still. The entire floor jumped in unison, creating what felt like a small earthquake beneath the historic building. The song’s explosive energy was balanced by its haunting outro, flowing beautifully into the introspective Concrete. It was a brief, reflective calm — the kind of moment that makes you catch your breath before the chaos returns.
And return it did. The fiery My King Will Be Kind sent the room into another frenzy, the audience gleefully screaming the infamous lyric, “I fucking hate that bitch!” at the top of their lungs. There was laughter, cheering, and an overwhelming sense of release. From there, the setlist rolled out like a greatest-hits parade: X-Ray, Love Will Get You There, Billy (Yeah, Yeah, Yeah), and It Won’t Always Be Like This. Each song landed like a punch — tight, confident, euphoric.Later in the set came Hole in the Ground, which has only been relesed a few days before the show. Its atmospheric build and cinematic sound filled the Hall perfectly, proving how comfortably the band can command such a vast, historic space.
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As the night drew to a close, Just to Keep You Satisfied washed over the audience like a warm wave, before the band launched into their grand finale: My Honest Face. The moment the first notes hit, the entire venue turned into one massive, bouncing, shouting organism. And the Royal Albert Hall — usually a space of elegance and composure — became a full-blown indie-rock party.
When the lights finally dimmed and the echoes faded, fans lingered — sweaty, smiling, glittered faces still glowing under the chandeliers. Inhaler didn’t just play a show that night; they created a world. One where Halloween met rock and roll, where joy felt tangible, and where every single person in the room left believing, if only for a moment, that it won’t always be like this — but tonight, it was perfect.