Unmatched vocals paired with a dose of powerhouse energy, Tori Kelly left it all on stage as she wrapped up the US leg of her Purple Skies tour on Saturday at The Wiltern.
Gaining initial recognition by posting covers on Youtube as a teenager, Kelly went on to appear on American Idol in 2010. Rising to fame as a household name in the music industry and beyond, listeners were captivated by her soulful range, original lyrics, and girl next door persona.
Announcing that the LA performance would be live-streamed on VEEPS, fans from Brazil, Indonesia, and beyond shared their excitement on Instagram, expressing their gratitude for the opportunity to experience the show from afar. The global reach of Tori Kelly’s music was evident as messages poured in from all corners of the world, showcasing her widespread impact and the loyalty of her diverse fanbase.
Throwing her signature curls as she belted out 2016 hits “Should’ve Been Us” and “Nobody Love,” the Grammy Award winning artist energized the sold out crowd to dance and sing along. Transitioning effortlessly into moments that showcased her raw talent, it was just Kelly and her guitar as she asked the audience for song requests, performing “Unbreakable Smile” and “Paper Hearts,” two fan favorites.
Promoting her newest EP “tori,” the entirety of the album features a Y2K, upbeat genre with features from Jon Bellion and Ayra Starr. Sharing with People magazine the importance of creating an authentic sound, she noted that the song “missin u” was heavily inspired by this era of music.
“We wanted to make sure that we got that nostalgic feeling both in the lyrics and in the music. I just knew, ‘Okay, when people listen to this, I want them to be transported. I want them to think about that era or just that nostalgic feeling, whatever that is for them.’”
With fans waiting outside the venue until 2AM to catch a final glimpse of Kelly, she graciously stopped to take a photo and sign autographs for the adoring crowd. Now heading to Europe to conclude her world tour, if you’re unable to make it to an upcoming show yet craving a new album for your holiday listening rotation, previous release A Tori Kelly Christmas will surely bridge the gap.
