Wolf Alice – The Clearing tour live gallery and review from 3Arena Dublin 10.12.2025

On the final night of their The Clearing tour, London rock outfit Wolf Alice delivered a triumphant, resilient performance at Dublin’s 3Arena, one that turned a day of weather-induced chaos into an unforgettable celebration of grit and gratitude. The venue was already buzzing long before showtime, with fans filling the arena in anticipation of the band’s return to Ireland. Despite the electric atmosphere, the day leading up to the concert had been anything but smooth.

Earlier that morning, Storm Bram swept across the Irish Sea, bringing adverse weather conditions and the inevitable ferry cancellations that followed. As a result, support acts Bria Salmena and Sunflower Bean were unable to travel to Dublin. The storm also delayed the arrival of Wolf Alice’s own staging and lighting equipment, forcing the crew into a last-minute scramble to get as much of the production ready as possible. Doors opened later than scheduled, and Wolf Alice’s set time had to be pushed back. Most fans took the update in stride, of course, a few complaints echoed online, but as the full story became clear, the mood inside the 3Arena settled into one of empathy and excitement.

When the lights finally dimmed and Wolf Alice walked onto the stage, any lingering frustration evaporated instantly. The arena erupted in an explosive roar as the band launched into their opener, “Thorns.” From the first note, it was clear that Wolf Alice were determined to make this final show count. Ellie Rowsell greeted the crowd with a mixture of warmth and candor, acknowledging the day’s disappointments but promising to deliver “one hell of a show” to make up for it.

And they absolutely did.

Across a sprawling 22-song set, Wolf Alice moved effortlessly through the emotional and sonic landscapes that have defined their career. Fan-favorites such as “Just Two Girls,” “The Sofa,” “Delicious Things,” and “Play It Out” hit with renewed energy, amplified by a crowd that seemed intent on singing every lyric back at the band. Even with some of the lighting rigs missing due to the delays, the stage still looked striking, atmospheric, and perfectly suited to the band’s dynamic shifts from whisper-soft intimacy to full-blown catharsis.

Rowsell’s vocals were particularly powerful throughout the night, soaring with clarity on the band’s more delicate tracks and cutting through waves of distortion on their heavier moments. Guitarist Joff Oddie, bassist Theo Ellis, and drummer Joel Amey matched her energy with tight, expressive performances that showcased a band very much at the height of their powers.
After an already generous main set, Wolf Alice returned for a two-song encore that closed the night on a euphoric high, with their final song, “Don’t Delete the Kisses,”.

Living on an island in early winter means dealing with storms, delays, and last-minute changes. But on this night, Wolf Alice proved that a great band can rise above any disruption. Score one for Wolf Alice, and score zero for Storm Bram. The fans who braved the weather surely went home more than satisfied.

Wolf Alice photos & set-list:

Set-list:
Thorns
Bloom Baby Bloom
White Horses
Formidable Cool
Just Two Girls
Leaning Against the Wall
How Can I Make It OK?
The Sofa
Bros
You’re a Germ
Safe From Heartbreak (If You Never Fall in Love)
Safe in the World
Delicious Things
Bread Butter Tea Sugar
Yuk Foo
Play the Greatest Hits
Silk
Play It Out
Giant Peach
Smile
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The Last Man on Earth
Don’t Delete the Kisses

Photos & words – Ian Mc Donnell @mcgigmusic