Offset brought out the city of Anaheim to the House of Blues on Monday night, delivering a memorable performance. The notable Migos member easily hyped the crowd, filling his set with classic songs that fans enthusiastically yelled and sang along to.
I’ve been a fan of Migos and their individual careers since their mainstream breakthrough. This was my first time seeing Offset live and he brings the same hype he portrays in his music. The catchy cadence of his lyrics and bouncy beats can get anyone in the room on their feet.
Photo: Rome Thorpe
The Offset Experience
Following the opening performance of “Skilla Baby” and a short set change, the lights soon dimmed. The crowd’s energy surged as the stage stairs lit up, amplifying the excitement and noise. Offset rose and appeared at the top and kickstarted his set with an aggressive energy, performing “Say My Grace“.
There was no surprise to me that he would have the crowd on their feet the whole night. Offset, a household name from one of hip-hop’s most renowned groups, showcased his versatility both solo and within the ensemble. His electrifying performance, enhanced by elaborate stage design, CO2 effects, and backup dancers, is a must-see for hip-hop fans.
Highlights throughout the night include songs that Offset performed that are very well-known for me and nostalgic like “Bad and Boujee” and “Fight Night”. He took a moment between songs to pay tribute to the late Migos member, Takeoff. Offset’s interaction with the crowd, prompting them to chant his name, demonstrated a commendable display of brotherly love, which I found respectable.
Photos: Rome Thorpe
Personal Thoughts on Offset’s Performance
Offset delivers his songs and energy on stage as impressively as he does in the studio producing music. I found the appealing set design meshed well with the performance flow.
As a possibly biased fan and photographer, this ranks among my top shows to cover. I highly recommend you experience an Offset show while he is still on his ‘Set It Off’ tour. Grab your tickets here before it’s too late.