Back in June 2024, when Spiritbox announced their European tour on social media, there was one thing that stood out.There was no location for the first date.
Spiritbox
Alexandra Palace, London – 13 February 2025
Words: Carol Giannattasio
Photography: Antonio Giannattasio
A few months later, at the Heavy Music Awards, Courtney LaPlante took the stage to accept the award for Best International Artist and finally confirmed what many of us had already guessed. The tour would kick off in London. Let’s be real, though… We all saw that coming, right?
From that moment on, things moved fast for Spiritbox. They dropped Soft Spine in early September, Perfect Soul in November, and then came the big news—Tsunami Sea, their second album, set to release on 7 March 2025.
And what better place to start a completely sold-out tour than the legendary Alexandra Palace? Pre-show, the Spiritbox press team grabbed the first 50 fans in the queue to bring them in early to listen to the new album and enjoy a free bar. 
Spiritbox opened with Fata Morgana, an unreleased track from Tsunami Sea, setting the mood before jumping straight into Cellar Door. The setlist was a perfect mix of new material and fan favourites like Jaded and Halcyon.
One of the most unforgettable moments? A surprise proposal on stage. When the lucky fan said “yes,” the entire venue exploded with cheers.
Courtney was almost in tears and, to be honest, so was I. Easily one of the most beautiful moments I have ever experienced at a live show. 
Courtney LaPlante is an absolute powerhouse, effortlessly switching between hauntingly melodic vocals and earth-shaking screams. Visually, the show was just as impressive as the music. Pyro effects took songs like Hysteria and Soft Spine to another level, but Circle With Me? That was next-level. Ally Pally straight-up erupted, and the crowd sang so loud they nearly drowned out Courtney.
Another live debut, No Loss, No Love, saw Courtney completely owning the stage. And of course, Holy Roller turned the place into pure chaos before they closed with a stripped-down, emotional version of Constance, confetti raining down as the night came to an end.
Spiritbox made one thing clear. They are only going to get bigger from here.
Periphery
Periphery was a real discovery for me. I had never heard them before, but they impressed me a lot. Their sound was a mix of brutal heaviness and soaring melodies, blending Metalcore, electronic elements, and even orchestral arrangements.
In songs like Atropos and Masamune, vocalist Spencer Sotelo connected more with the crowd. They do rely on flashy theatrics but focus on delivering their complex music flawlessly. Sotelo brought raw energy and charisma, engaging with the audience while delivering powerful vocals.
The crowd was definitely hyped, with a mosh pit breaking out during the heaviest parts, especially in CHVRCH BVRNER. Periphery closed their set with Blood Eagle, a perfect way to end before the highly anticipated Spiritbox.
If you are into Progressive Metal, Periphery are a must-see. They brought intensity without sacrificing precision, making their show both electrifying and musically refined.
Stray From The Path
Straight from a sold-out headline show at The Underworld in Camden Town on the 12th, Stray From The Path were more than ready to kick off their tour with Spiritbox.
Ally Pally, in all its glory, welcomed fans for an incredible night. With a short but intense setlist, Stray From The Path showed exactly what they are capable of.
Known for their high-energy, aggressive live performances mixing hardcore punk, Metalcore, and rapcore, they definitelylived up to my expectations.
Songs like May You Live Forever and Chest Candy had the crowd moshing like crazy. When they played their new song, Kubrick Stare, the energy went up another level. 
One of the wildest moments was during Fortune Teller when frontman Andrew Dijorio (aka Drew York) demanded to see at least 100 people crowd surfing. By the end of the set, he got exactly what he wanted—a battlefield.
I personally loved every second of their performance. It was explosive, full of movement and intensity, but despite all the chaos, their live sound stayed tight and polished.
Stray From The Path delivered a high-energy experience that truly connected with their fans.
