September 5 2025 Words by Lawrence Mann and pictures by A Rood Photo
London-based indie outfit Sports Team opened the night to a modest but receptive crowd. Within 15 minutes, the room had filled, the growing audience drawn in by the band’s kinetic energy and sharp songwriting. Stylistically, they proved to be a spot-on choice to set the tone. With lyrical nods to The War on Drugs and Death From Above, and a standout track, Subaru, their set was both playful and self-aware—traits that resonated with the Supergrass faithful.
Despite the name, Supergrass isn’t a reference to a potent strain of cannabis, but rather UK slang for a prolific informant. And on this night, I’ll take on that role—loosely—reporting back on a night that was equal parts nostalgia and celebration.
The evening marked thirty years since the release of I Should Coco, Supergrass’s electrifying debut. But rather than simply play the album front-to-back—a popular approach for anniversary tours—the band took a more dynamic route. They performed I Should Coco in full, but interspersed it with some of their most beloved singles, turning the show into both a retrospective and a party.
All four original members took the stage: Gaz Coombes (vocals/guitar), his brother Rob Coombes (keyboards), Mick Quinn (bass), and Danny Goffey (drums). That alone is a rarity in today’s musical landscape—30 years in, and no replacements.
They emerged to flashing red lights and a pulsing siren before launching into “I’d Like to Know,” the album’s high-octane opener. From the first note, Danny Goffey stood out as the band’s secret weapon. His frenetic drumming, full of explosive fills and relentless double-time energy, brought a raw edge to the set that elevated even the most familiar material.
As the show progressed, the audience locked in—particularly during deeper cuts like “Sofa (Of My Lethargy),” a rarely performed gem that triggered full-throated singalongs and gave the night a sense of exclusivity. That was followed by the album closer “Time to Go,” a poignant, understated track with lyrics that cut with simplicity:
“Thanks to everyone for everything you’ve done. But now it’s time to go, you know it’s hard, we’ve had some fun, but now we’ve almost done. It’s time to go. Who could ask for more?”
It felt like a perfect farewell. But Supergrass had more in the tank.
The band returned to deliver six more blistering songs, including fan favourites “Richard III,” “Sun Hits the Sky,” and of course, “Pumping on Your Stereo,” which had the entire crowd bouncing.
There was speculation about a surprise guest during the encore—perhaps a Gallagher brother, with Oasis shows the following two nights—but no such appearance materialized. Not that it mattered. The crowd lingered long after the final notes, soaking up the moment, snapping photos in front of the I Should Coco backdrop, and trading highlights with strangers-turned-friends.
As we spilled out onto Sunset Boulevard, the night air thick with bacon-wrapped hot dogs and post-show chatter, one question hung in the air: Will we be back here in two years for In It for the Money? If tonight was any indication, the answer should be a resounding yes.
Setlist:
I’d Like To Know
Caught By The Fuzz
Mansize Rooster
Late In The Day
Mary
She’s So Loose
Lose It
Where Not Supposed To
TimeAlright
Strange Ones
Sitting Up Straight
Lenny
Sofa (Of My Lethargy)
Time To Go
St. Petersburg
Richard III
Moving
Grace
Encore:
Sun Hits The Sky
Pumping On Your Stereo
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