Amidst a drizzly Friday evening, Sydney’s Alliance Stadium was transformed into a vibrant spectacle for Pink‘s inaugural concert as part of her ‘Summer Carnival Tour’ in Australia.
The renowned pop icon was joined by local sensation Tones and I, along with DJ Kidcutup, setting the stage for an electrifying night of music.
As the gates swung open at 5 pm, a sea of fans, adorned in pink-colored feather boas and cowboy hats, flooded the stadium in anticipation. Tones and I took the spotlight around 7:30 pm, captivating the audience with her chart-toppers like ‘Dance Monkey’ and ‘Johnny Run Away,’ followed by DJ Kidcutup’s engaging performance.
Approaching 9 pm, screens lit up with a video montage, setting the tone for an evening of celebration. Pink burst onto the stage with her chart-topping anthem ‘Get the Party Started,’ showcasing breathtaking aerial stunts alongside her dancers. The energy soared as she continued with ‘Raise Your Glass,’ keeping the audience on their feet. The American singer then treated fans to a nostalgic journey with classics like ‘Who Knew’ and ‘Just Like a Pill,’ drawing heartfelt sing-alongs from the crowd.
Undeterred by the intensifying rain, Pink seamlessly weaved through her repertoire, including hits like ‘Try’ and ‘What About Us,’ followed by the new track ‘Turbulence’ from her latest album, ‘Trustfall.’
Taking center stage at her piano, she delivered soulful renditions of ‘Glitter in the Air’ and ‘Our Song.’ A surprising interlude occurred when Pink halted the concert to assist a woman in labor, displaying genuine concern and even naming the newborn before resuming her performance.
The show continued with a dynamic mix of ‘Just Give Me a Reason,’ ‘F**ckin Perfect,’ ‘Just Like Fire,’ and a captivating cover of ‘Heartbreaker,’ punctuated by fireworks and flames. Slowing the tempo, Pink performed ‘Please Don’t Leave Me’ and ‘Cover Me in Sunshine,’ a beautiful duet with her daughter Willow.
Hit after hit resonated through the stadium with ‘I’m Here,’ ‘Irrelevant,’ ‘Blow Me (One Last Kiss),’ and her latest release, ‘Never Gonna Not Dance Again.’ Approaching 10:30 pm, Pink left the stage, only to return for an encore, soaring above the crowd amidst heavy rain, belting out the crowd-favorite ‘So What’ with unmatched charisma.
In summary, Pink delivered a spellbinding performance to a packed stadium, showcasing her professionalism, rock spirit, signature dance moves, and infectious positivity. Her connection with the audience was palpable, creating an intimate bond through her songs and authentic, easygoing personality.
Pink‘s ‘Summer Carnival Tour’ continues tonight with another show in Sydney, followed by performances in Newcastle, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth – A must go!
Photos by Sergio Martin