Lewis Capaldi admitted he had worries about touring before releasing his album. Yet Leeds wasted no time in putting that anxiety to rest.
Not many artists could pull off what Lewis has managed. He sold out First Direct with a handful of new songs and his second album is just months away from release. That feeling of triumph must have followed the Scottish singer/songwriter onto stage as the thundering applause left him looking shocked as he gazed out over the crowd.
The rain didn't put off any fans, although there were reports of those arriving later, stuck in queues to get in. Regardless, the sodden concert goers didn't seem to care and every seat was eventually filled.