X Ambassadors Brought Their VHS(X) Tour To Raleigh, NC
Fans gathered at The Ritz in Raleigh, NC, as they waited patiently outside the venue for the doors to open. The excitement could be felt throughout as the crowd grew bigger and bigger. X Ambassadors were set to take the stage, bringing with them Delacey, and everything was geared up for what was sure to be an unforgettable night of live music.
Delacey
The night opened with a captivating set from Delacey, whose moody and atmospheric sound cast a spell over the crowd. From the first note, her smoky, soulful voice carried a raw intimacy that immediately drew listeners in. While her energy contrasted with the explosive style of X Ambassadors, the contrast worked beautifully; her performance laid the emotional groundwork for the night ahead. The songs unfolded with slow-burning intensity, blending vulnerability and strength in a way that felt both deeply personal and universally relatable. She performed with understated confidence, letting her words and voice take center stage. At times, the audience leaned in almost reverently, as though they didn’t want to miss a single lyric. Her ability to transform the venue into something that felt close and intimate was magical. By the end of her set, the crowd wasn’t just warmed up; they were invested, emotionally primed for the high-energy storm X Ambassadors would soon unleash.
X Ambassadors
Complete darkness overtook the venue as the crowd was on pins and needles for X Ambassadors to grace the stage. From the instant the band stepped on stage, anticipation exploded into a wave of sound and motion. The set was nothing short of electrifying, delivering a night packed with energy, emotion, and unforgettable moments. Frontman Sam Nelson Harris was a force of nature, thrashing his guitar, playing a saxophone, dancing across the stage, and throwing his whole self into every note. His vocals carried both grit and tenderness, reminding fans why the band’s music hits so hard. The crowd matched him with equal passion, singing along at full volume throughout the night. One of the most memorable moments came when the entire audience joined together to sing “Happy Birthday” to Harris. With gratitude on his face, the moment made for a truly special connection, before the band launched back into their set list. Dynamic lighting and tight musicianship kept the performance sharp, while the synergy between band members elevated the show even higher. By the end of the night, the room was buzzing with electricity, and Harris still had the stamina of the opening song. Between the raw energy, heartfelt moments, and flawless execution, X Ambassadors proved exactly why live music is irreplaceable.
