Sister duo Tigirlily Gold opened the evening, immediately winning over the Dublin crowd with their tight harmonies and lively stage presence. Their set offered a prime display of modern country-pop, mixing sharp acoustic playing with plenty of lyrical attitude. The newer tracks really hit home with the room, proving these two are way more than just a typical warm-up act. By the time they wrapped up their set, the audience was buzzing and totally ready for the main event.
When Carly Pearce stepped out at the historic 3Olympia, the roar from the Irish crowd was deafening, proving just how much her international fanbase has grown. She jumped right into her catalog of honest, punchy anthems, turning the beautiful old theatre into a loud, packed honky-tonk.
Pearce’s vocal delivery stayed spot-on throughout the set, shifting naturally between quiet, tender moments and belting out big, soaring notes. Her storytelling between songs kept things grounded, making a room of that size feel surprisingly like a local pub gig with friends. Her signature hits like “I Hope You’re Happy Now” sparked loud singalongs that almost drowned out the backing band.
During the acoustic portion of the show, she really leaned into her traditional country roots, keeping the crowd locked in on every word. She owned the stage from the first song, making sure to connect with fans from the front all the way up to the top balcony. The lighting setup relied heavily on warm golds and moody blues, perfectly matching the feel of her heartbreak-heavy tracks.
Watching her command the room, it’s crystal clear why she holds such a firm spot at the top of the country music scene right now.
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Photos & words – Zoltán Szabó @mrzoltanphoto