Harry Styles has taken to addressing the concerns raised by fans following the launch of his new global tour, Together, Together. The As It Was singer, 32, recently kicked off his highly anticipated run of concerts in Amsterdam, promoting his latest album, Kiss All the Time, Disco Occasionally.
Dressed in a stripped-down shirt and tie, the concert took fans through the highlights of his new album as well as his career hits. The performance featured Harry running around a vast stage connected by bridges, with minimal choreography.
While most fans were unimpressed by the plain staging and run-of-the-mill pagenatry, there was a significant backlash over the view from the VIP sections closer to the stage. Attendees, including Danni Scott, noted that there were several chunks of time when, due to the angle of the bridges, Harry was simply not visible to the audience, instead obscured by 10ft walkways. This issue is particularly concerning given that tickets in those sections cost hundreds of pounds.
In response to the criticism, Harry Styles HQ released a statement on social media. The statement began: “We’ve heard concerns from some fans regarding sightline obstructions on the floor. We want every person in the room to have the best experience possible, and we are actively working on making adjustments to improve visibility, while keeping everyone’s safety a priority.”
The statement went on to explain the adjustments being made: “Beginning Friday, the front bridges will be altered in Amsterdam and London. For future venues, we are working as quickly as possible to make adjustments that also fit within safety code and local compliance. In the meantime, temporary barricade adjustments have been made to the left and right front GA pits for tonight’s show to improve stage visibility.”
They concluded by thanking fans for their “patience and understanding.” The swift response from the One Direction star’s team has been met with praise.
Harry Styles’ Together, Together tour review has received positive feedback from music experts. Danni Scott, a music expert, shares her four-star review of Harry Styles’ tour. She notes that American Girls, Ready Steady Go, and Dance No More are all packed into this section, with Harry even including a choreographed dance for the latter.
While it’s nowhere near his huge Aperture performance from the Brits, it showed he is attempting to elevate his already energetic performance style. There may be a Dua Lipa-level dance glow-up incoming.
Harry was beaming for the entire two-hour set, barely stopping to chat between tracks, but when he did, he made every second count, interacting with fans and joking that Sign of the Times was a “new song he wrote backstage.” He told the crowd he just wanted everyone to “dance” and have a good time, at one point explaining how his wish was for everyone to have a party free from their phones.
Fans have taken to social media to express their appreciation for the changes being made. Xan wrote on X: “This is amazing! I love that these teams are working together to ensure both a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone involved.” Chi declared: “I’m thankful to all the people who made their voices heard instead of simply accepting a bad stage design, this change is happening thanks to the fans that spoke out!!!!” Feds agreed: “This is actually so impressive… it was so quick and so considerate… thank you.”
It’s been a big year for Harry as he returns to the stage for the first time in three years and reportedly puts a ring on his relationship with Zoe Kravitz, who was there to support her fiancee for his opening night.
After Amsterdam, Harry jets into London, followed by Brazil, Mexico, a residency in New York, and then wrapping this leg up in Australia in December.
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