From the moment the swirling, kaleidoscopic visuals filled the screen behind the stage, it was clear that Kula Shaker's performance would be anything but ordinary. Accompanied by sitar melodies and ethereal chants, the quartet burst onto the scene in true Kula Shaker fashion—bold, flamboyant, and unapologetically adventurous. Frontman Crispian Mills led the charge, clad in striking drainpipes, his snake-hipped movements and dynamic fretwork commanding the stage.

Their set opened with the electric rush of "303," a testament to the band's knack for delivering raw, mesmerizing guitar solos. Mills, a whirlwind of energy, brought the crowd to their feet with performances of classics like "Grateful When You’re Dead" and "Hey Dude." As fans sang along to tracks such as "Govinda" and "Tattva," it became evident that Kula Shaker’s unique blend of psych-rock and Indian-inspired sound continues to resonate deeply with audiences.

While their music carries an air of nostalgia, there’s a timeless quality to tracks like "Shower Your Love" and their theatrical rendition of "Into the Deep." The band's playful nature shone through as Mills cheekily dedicated a song to those who've had "abusive relationships…with the government," adding a layer of contemporary relevance to their performance.
On paper, pairing Kula Shaker's flamboyant psychedelia with Ocean Colour Scene's rooted folk-rock might seem incongruous, but the two bands share a mutual reverence for the music of the '60s and '70s. It’s this shared passion for retro-inspired melodies that binds them—and ensures their live acts remain nothing short of compelling.

As incense-filled nostalgia swept over the arena, Kula Shaker proved themselves not only as torchbearers of a bygone era but as innovators, ensuring that their soulful and vivid rock continues to enthrall fans old and new.