Take That Lights Up Starlite Festival Amidst Euro 2024 Final
Take That, the iconic 90s band, made a grand entrance at the Starlite Festival in Marbella on Sunday night. Their performance was a unifying spectacle amidst the Euro 2024 final, with the audience comprising of both England and Spain supporters. The festival venue was alive with the first half of the match being displayed on screens, as the crowd, adorned in their country’s colors, watched with anticipation.
Classic British Punctuality Marks the Start of the Show
At exactly 10pm, Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, and Howard Donald took the stage to perform songs from their latest album, This Life, as well as some of their greatest hits. The band transported the audience through their musical journey, not just with their songs, but also through narrations of their history and multiple costume changes. The connection with the audience was immediate, with the band’s choreography eliciting cheers and applause.
Take That Performs Chart-Topping Hits
The trio performed some of their number one songs, including Pray, Relight my Fire, Everything Changes, Back for Good, Patience, Rule the World, and How Deep is Your Love. The football-centric night was punctuated with cheers for each goal scored. One of the most memorable moments was during the song This Life.
A Perfect Moment on Stage
Take That invited the audience to “live life” as they sat on a picnic blanket on stage, surrounded by Spanish and English flags, and enjoying Victoria beer and sweet Malaga wine. This moment coincided with the end of the match, which saw Spain crowned as the European football champions, leading to an eruption of cheers from the crowd.
Take That Dominates the Stage
Take That concluded the gig with incredible energy, showcasing their ability to captivate an audience like no other. They returned to the Starlite stage on Monday night as part of their ongoing world tour. These concerts are particularly special for Take That, as they celebrate 35 years of success and over 45 million albums sold worldwide.
Celebrities Enjoy the Show
Among those enjoying the show on Sunday night from the presidential box were Nicole Kimpel, partner of Antonio Banderas, her sister Barbara, French singer Frédéric Lerner, and Argentinian actress Laura Laprida.
