Bombargo I Berlin Concert Review
- Editorial Staff
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Disco Surf Rodeo Euro-Tour 2026 – A Night Where Ice Met Fire at FluxBau
Bombargo, a six-member Canadian band, are currently on their Disco Surf Rodeo Euro-Tour 2026, bringing their signature Goodtime Guarantee across Europe. Their music blends funk, soul, vintage pop, and rock’n’roll into hook-laden, groove-driven songs built for live performance.
The band first received international attention when Taylor Swift added their 2018 single “Mr. No Good” to her Spotify playlist Songs Taylor Loves, placing them alongside Ed Sheeran, Camila Cabello, and Kendrick Lamar as the only unsigned band featured. Press coverage followed in CBC’s Q, NME, Exclaim, Fashion, Noisey, People, and Billboard. Their 2019 single “Oxygen” entered the Canadian Hot AC Top 40, cementing their reputation as a must-watch Canadian indie band. On stage, Bombargo’s true strength lies not in chart success, but in creating an immersive live experience, where every note, gesture, and audience reaction matters - a promise fully realized on their Disco Surf Rodeo Euro-Tour. But let's dive into the concert. Here's our Bombargo Berlin concert review:
On this freezing February evening, with sheets of ice still floating on the Spree, Bombargo brought heat, glitter, and pure energy to FluxBau.
Berlin in February can be unforgiving. The Spree outside is frozen, the city cold and selective, its audiences often demanding and difficult to impress. But on this night, FluxBau became a furnace of sound, color, and movement. From the moment you step inside, it’s clear: this isn’t just a concert. This is an experience, a celebration, a collective eruption of joy, where every detail matters.
The venue is packed. Young adults rub shoulders with fans in their mid-50s, united not just by music, but by sequins, glitter, metallic outfits, and hours of preparation that mirror the band’s own dazzling aesthetic. Blue lights reflect off paillettes, bouncing across the raw industrial walls and transforming the space into a shimmering, intimate dance floor. From the first note, the energy is palpable. This isn’t a passive show. The audience is here to participate, to feel, to live the moment.
Nestled directly on the Spree with a large terrace, FluxBau is one of Berlin’s most distinctive alternative venues. Its open, raw character fits Bombargo perfectly. The sound isn’t sterile; it’s tactile and alive. Even in this industrial space, the acoustics are impressively balanced. The volume is strong but never overwhelming. The mix is perfect; every instrument audible, every vocal line crystal clear.
The lead singer’s voice cuts through with clarity and artistry. Every note is expressive, every line controlled yet alive. The saxophone and tambourine blend naturally with the piano, bass, and drums, creating a texture that feels full yet breathable. The lead guitar dances with the drums - not competing, but supporting, creating a jazzy, dynamic interplay that lifts the energy in every passage. Guitar solos explode with technical precision and emotion, at times evoking the intensity of ’80s metal, yet always grounded in the band’s playful spirit. Even slower songs hit hard; they resonate, pulling the audience into intimate moments of connection. Choral sections are perfectly timed, organic, and naturally sing-alongable. The crowd responds with enthusiasm; clapping, singing, moving together in rhythm. Phones are tucked away. Everyone is present, fully immersed. This is not just a show. This is living music.
Bombargo: Masters of Audience Interaction
If the music sets the stage, the band’s interaction defines the night. The lead singer steps into the crowd: “Welcome to the trip of good time,” they declare, and the audience erupts. “Who would like to feel really good right now?” Hands fly up.
Highlights abound: the saxophonist performs a solo in the middle of the audience, eliciting cheers and applause that echo across the room. At one point, the band kneels to give the drummer space, a simple yet profound gesture of respect and unity. Each member is introduced and celebrated, allowed to shine. The bassist transitions to distorted guitar for a solo, then teams up with the lead guitarist for a joint explosion of sound. Humor weaves through the solos, pauses filled with playful gestures and spontaneous reactions.
And then there’s the surfboard. Adorned with the band’s logo, it becomes a vehicle for crowd surfing: absurd, joyful, and perfectly in the spirit of the night. Bombargo does not just perform; they create a shared adventure. Every hook, every rhythm, every interaction reinforces the “Goodtime Guarantee”, making the audience an integral part of the show.
Glitter, Light, and Presence
The aesthetic of the night is unforgettable. Band and audience alike shine in glittering costumes. Blue stage lights bounce off sequins and metallic fabrics, transforming FluxBau into a glowing, immersive performance arena.
The room vibrates with energy. There’s a sense of intimacy: it feels like visiting old friends, yet the intensity is contagious, pulling everyone into the collective heartbeat of the music. Even the smallest details matter: the piano blends perfectly with the bass and saxophone, guitar and drums converse in rhythm, and each song’s dynamics; whether explosive or delicate; are accentuated by precise, expressive sound. Personal stories introduce some songs, deepening the emotional resonance and making the performance feel uniquely human. Bombargo’s philosophy is simple: life is meant to be lived!
On this night in Berlin, it’s clear that the “Goodtime Guarantee” is not a slogan, but a lived reality.
By the end of the night, it’s clear: Bombargo at FluxBau is more than a performance. It’s a full-bodied, immersive experience, a blend of virtuosity, emotion, humor, and communal energy. From glittering opening notes to the last bow, every member, every instrument, every audience reaction matters. The Disco Surf Rodeo Euro-Tour 2026 proves that Bombargo’s mission is alive and thriving: to bring the “Goodtime Guarantee” wherever they go, and to ensure that every show is felt, lived, and remembered. A show defined by collective joy, dynamic musicianship, and the full realization of Bombargo’s “Goodtime Guarantee.”
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