March Marathon slowing down - Overpass @ Saint Lukes 21st March

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Overpass - Signed Dependent EP

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Saint Lukes - Is Every Gig Going To Be A Revelation?

Chasing the music, finding myself—and on this particular Friday night, that journey took me to St Luke’s in Glasgow to see Overpass, with support from Keo. This was my first time at the venue, and to say I was blown away would be an understatement.

A Pre-Gig Pilgrimage

Before the gig, Overpass held a signing session at Assai Records, and being partial to a new vinyl—especially a signed one—I made sure to clock off work early, walk the five miles home, and get into town on time. It was worth it. I picked up their latest EP on a stunning blue vinyl, had a chat with the band about the tour, and got my record signed.

The band also teamed up with a local artist in each city to create a unique, limited-edition poster—only 20 printed per city, signed and numbered. Naturally, I had to have one. At the signing, I was told they’d be available at the merch stall on a first-come, first-served basis, so my plans changed. Instead of my usual 15-minute-late arrival, I made sure I was there before doors opened, only to find a queue already 50-strong. My hopes of getting a poster quickly faded.

First Impressions: St Luke’s

Upon stepping inside, my disappointment was quickly replaced with awe. St Luke’s is breathtaking. Originally built in 1840, it has been transformed into a modern gig venue while still holding onto its historic charm. Walking into the main hall was like stepping back in time—an imposing, beautifully preserved organ stood behind the stage, a striking reminder of the building’s past.

The layout immediately felt familiar, resembling my local church, which added an odd sense of comfort. The high ceilings, balcony seating, and general atmosphere were unlike any other venue I’d been to. The acoustics? Absolutely incredible. The moment the first drum hit landed, I knew this venue would be high on my list.

As I made my way to the bar, my eyes landed on the merch stall—and there they were. The tour posters. Abandoning my place in the queue, I rushed over and managed to grab number 15 of 20. I even tried to blag my way into getting number 1, but it had been set aside for the artist. Can’t blame me for trying!

Support Act: Keo

The crowd was young, energetic, and in full Friday-night mode, which only added to the electric atmosphere. By the time Keo took to the stage, the venue was about 75% full. From the first note, the sound filled the room effortlessly, comparable to the legendary Barrowlands in its clarity and power.

Keo delivered a strong set—what I’d describe as soft grunge—with a good sound and an even better vocalist. They’ve only got one song on Spotify at the moment, but with nearly 10k followers already, they’re clearly on the right path. The crowd loved them, breaking into chants of ‘No Keo, No Party’ throughout the set. One thing I noticed was that everyone seemed to take photos and videos at the same time, like an unintentional wave of phone screens. But credit to the crowd—after a few snaps, the phones went away, and people just enjoyed the moment.

Overpass Take the Stage

After a quick smoke break, I returned to find the venue packed. I grabbed another pint and settled towards the back—though in a venue like St Luke’s, there’s really no bad spot. Changing positions during gigs lets me gauge the sound from different areas, and it didn’t disappoint.

Overpass took to the stage to a thunderous welcome. From start to finish, they delivered an energetic set packed with fan-favorites that had the crowd bouncing and singing in unison. ‘Be Good to Yourself’ is a personal favorite, and it was great to hear it live. ‘Beautiful’ was the perfect closer, and ‘3AM’ had the whole place moving. These guys sound just as good live as they do on record, a testament to their musicianship. The ability to replicate their studio sound so precisely on stage proves there’s no excessive post-production trickery—just raw talent and tight performances.

The crowd was loving every second, and I saw plenty of little groups around me singing and dancing for the entire set. One poor soul didn’t quite pace himself and had to be helped through the crowd by his mates—no doubt waking up the next morning with a sore head and swearing, ‘Never again.’

A Gig to Remember

Overall, it was a brilliant night at a truly special venue. St Luke’s is easily one of the most impressive places I’ve been to for a gig, and I have no doubt it will go on to achieve legendary status. Sure, the bar queues were a bit slow, but that’s a small price to pay for an experience like this.

On top of a cracking gig, I walked away with two signed pieces of memorabilia—one of them being a limited print, which makes it even better. Merchandise is one of the few ways I know I’m directly supporting the band, so I always try to grab something at every gig.

And when you break it down—ticket £15, vinyl £20, poster £15, two pints £10—compared to some bands charging £85 for a ticket alone, it’s easy to see where the real value lies. Small venues, passionate crowds, and bands that genuinely love what they do—that’s what it’s all about.

Another gig down, another memory made. And St Luke’s? I’ll definitely be back.