The indie rock band Porridge Radio concluded their farewell tour with a performance at St Luke's in Glasgow on December 7, 2025. The Brighton-based group played a set featuring hits from their catalog, marking the end of their time together after announcing their split earlier in the year. Fans captured footage of the emotional gig, highlighting tracks like 'Sweet' and 'Long' from their acclaimed album Every Bad.
Event Overview
Porridge Radio, the Brighton four-piece known for their raw indie sound, wrapped up their final tour at Glasgow's St Luke's venue. The show on December 7 followed performances in London, Bristol, Manchester, and Leeds earlier in the month. This marked the band's last live appearance after a career that included a Mercury Prize nomination for their 2020 album Every Bad.
Background and Announcement
The group first revealed their decision to disband in January 2025, coinciding with the release of their farewell single 'Don't Want To Dance.' Their final EP, The Machine Starts To Sing, followed in February, and tour dates were confirmed in April. In their statement, the members—Dana Margolin, Georgie Stott, Sam Yardley, and Dan Reinx—reflected on their journey: “This band has been our life, we’re family now. These tours will be our last, thanks so much for listening. With love, Dana, Georgie, Sam and Dan.”
Setlist Highlights
The Glasgow performance opened with 'Born Confused' and included fan favorites such as 'Eugh,' 'Sick Of The Blues,' and 'God Of Everything Else.' Tracks from Every Bad, like 'Long' and 'Sweet,' energized the crowd, while the main set closed with 'The Rip.' For the encore, Margolin and Stott duo-ed on 'Waterslide, Diving Board, Ladder To The Sky' before the full band joined for 'Don't Want To Dance,' 'Back To The Radio,' and '7 Seconds.'
Reflections from the Band
Looking back, singer-guitarist Dana Margolin shared insights from a 2020 interview about their growth: “I gained confidence in my abilities as a guitarist and as a singer from playing live... We all love that feeling of playing a show—that magical feeling, that buzz, and just going for it—which makes everything else about touring really worth it.” The final gig underscored the band's lasting impact on the indie scene.