The Wanted 2.0

The Wanted 2.0 proved the group's legacy is still going strong as they took over Sheffield's Foundry, delivering an energetic set filled with fan favourites and some of the biggest pop hits of the 2010s.

As soon as I entered the Foundry, I could tell it was going to be a special night; the atmosphere was already incredible, with many fans with The Wanted plastered across their chests and groups in high spirits with the drinks flowing.

The house lights faded, and anticipation swept through the venue, then the stage lit up with a montage of their band’s greatest hits, making the crowd even more excited.

George and Siva entered the stage, and the crowd erupted, cheering and screaming. They kicked off their set with ‘Lightning’, one of the bands' early hits, which put them on the map as ones to watch.

Both had the stage presence of seasoned professionals, which isn’t surprising considering the fame and notoriety. The Wanted had in the 2010s. They interacted with the crowd like old friends; at one point an audience member shouted, "Max, you’re so sexy!” to which Max replied, “You’re so sexy too," sending the crowd in fits of laughter.

A special moment during the show was when we reached ‘Heart Vacancy', where Siva brought out a fan on stage who had travelled all the way from Malaysia to watch them play, and the trio held hands throughout singing this song.
Vocally both were incredibly strong, especially Max’s solo parts in ‘I Found You’, demonstrating he’s still as talented ten years on.

The drinking anthem ‘We Own The Night’ only sent the crowd crazier, grabbing friends and a sea of waving arms. ‘Glad You Came’ had the crowd bouncing around and belting out every lyric.

For the last song, the crowd voted for the band to sing ‘All Time Low’ again, and it was so special I think we were all savouring every last moment of The Wanted 2.0 performing.

It was truly one of the most enjoyable shows I’ve ever been to, and the band mentioned getting in the studio, so I look forward to seeing what they do next.