Beabadoobee took the stage with a confidence and radiance that lit up the Moody Amphitheater on April 24. Backed by her band, she delivered hit after hit in a truly spectacular concert. And the fans, of course, showed up and showed out—many dressed in outfits inspired by the music she crafted in her third studio album. From soft baby blues to deep reds, the audience’s fashion mirrored the emotional palette of her music, creating an immersive atmosphere that felt like stepping into her world.
Beatrice Laus—better known as Beabadoobee—has proven an undeniable talent in indie and alternative music, from bedroom concerts to sold-out venues. The 24-year-old, born in the Philippines and raised in London, first broke through with her dreamy track "Coffee," which later went viral when sampled by Powfu in the TikTok-famous hit "Death Bed (coffee for your head)," now with over 1.5 billion streams.
With the release of her third album, This Is How Tomorrow Moves, Bea proved she's far more than a curator of viral TikTok hits—she's a true rock-indie powerhouse. The album, which marked her first number-one debut on the UK Albums Chart, signaled a significant leap in her artistry and standing in the music industry and marked a distinct tone and production shift from the whimsical, indie-pop-infused sophomore album that was Beatopia, which carried a dreamy, fairy-tale-like atmosphere.
In contrast, This Is How Tomorrow Moves leans heavily into the grunge and rock influence, showcasing a more grounded and emotionally deep side of her. The record is brimming with vulnerability and introspection, diving deep into themes of heartbreak, loss, love, and fleeting moments of joy—mirroring the unpredictable nature of life.
Located near the University of Texas, the Moody Amphitheater was the perfect setting for Beabadoobee's intimate yet high-energy performance. The open-air venue struck a delicate balance—large enough to host a passionate crowd yet small enough to feel deeply personal. The sound carried beautifully across the venue, reaching the pit and seated sections and flowing effortlessly towards the lawn. The stage design was charmingly minimal, with the band's instruments arranged to keep the focus on the music. During the fan-favorite track "Beaches," a large draped sheet dropped to reveal a backdrop of leafy vines, tables, and ladders—creating a whimsical, fairy-tale scene. As soft lights glimmered through the greenery, the stage looked like something straight out of Tangled—magical, romantic, and quietly enchanting.
The setlist was perfect as it featured her latest album and went into some of her deeper cuts within her discography. Hits like "Cologne" and the heavy rock anthem of "Charlie Brown" rocked the stage as she sent fans into a frenzy with her guitar solos and the band's live arrangement of extra instrumentals, giving them their chance to be in the spotlight with their special tuning towards the songs used to draw out a rock-star fantasy as she and her band helped send the crowd into a mosh pit flare.
If there's one thing that sparked astonishment within the whole set, it was that Bea sounded the same, if not even better, than the original recording of her songs. She could perfectly craft her style to sound the same as the recording, but it's a whole other vibe when it's live. "Glue Song" and "Sunny Day" were wholesome as she played her guitar and relied only on her fans to help guide the song. She appeared to be in awe of the love blossoming from the crowd. Adding little extra vocals and note changes didn't just change the song, but instead made it more intimate and sentimental as she'd scan her eyes across the crowd and make little comments of "I love you guys" and "Austin is always a good time whenever I come here."
One of the night's heartfelt moments came during her acoustic section of the set, which featured just Bea, her guitar, and her crowd of adoring fans singing every word with her. The atmosphere shifted into something tender and intimate, with the simple setup allowing her music's emotional depth to shine and give fans their chance to show up and show out with their singing. A particularly memorable highlight was her performance of "The Way Things Go," where she playfully skipped over a well-known lyric (if you know, you know), leaving the crowd to shout it back with laughter and affection. It was one of those rare, unfiltered moments between artist and audience that can't be manufactured—only felt.
Beabadoobee's Austin performance was more than just a concert—it celebrated growth, vulnerability, and the power of music to connect. With her raw vocals, magnetic stage presence, and emotionally rich setlist, she reminded fans why she's one of the most compelling voices in indie rock today. As she continues to evolve in sound and presence, one thing is clear: Beabadoobee isn't just shaping her own future—she's leaving a mark on the future of alternative music itself.