At a surprise concert for the Campaign Against Living Miserably charity, Lewis Capaldi performed a number of hits on stage alongside Tom Walker, who also performed live.
Lewis Capaldi made a surprise appearance at a charity concert on Friday night, stunking music fans. The 28-year-old Scottish singer hasn’t performed on stage since 2023 and has been out of the spotlight in recent months.
Fans were relieved when he performed at an event for the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) at the end of the week in Edinburgh’s Assembly Rooms. Tom Walker, the Forget Me singer, and Tom Walker, the chart-topping artist, performed six songs.
Many people who were present were enthralled by the reclusive music star’s arrival, who had been teased by the guest appearance. While a report claimed Lewis had battled anxiety and that he had Tourette’s syndrome in 2023, he made an announcement that he was “very nervous” to perform in front of the crowd.
Those present were instructed not to film the event, and they were also required to pack their cell phones in sealed bags before entering the venue. In advance of the event, Headliner Tom issued a warning to fans to get ready in a cell-free environment.
He stated online that “we’re keeping this gig super intimate, and that means we’re going old-fashioned,” not to mention cameras and phones. Just me, the music, and you.
The venue will use YONDR pouches to implement a “phone-free experience” (you’ll keep your phone locked until after the show). Please bring a physical payment card and some cash along with photo ID that matches your ticket name because you won’t be able to access your phone during the event.
Lewis later expressed his joy over the fact that the star had joined him on stage thanks to his advanced warning, which kept his involvement a secret. The Just You and I singer thanked Lewis for making the decision to do it at the last minute. He’s a total legend after we’ve repeatedly bumped into each other onstage at fezzys (festivals) and events.
“I am aware of the pressure that this industry can occasionally put on artists, especially after a short break. Therefore, it was perfect for him to be able to play a small secret gig in a secure setting away from the noise, expectations, and distractions. I’m enthralled to have been a part of it.
Fans took to social media to congratulate Lewis’s return to the spotlight – his first performance since he appeared at Glastonbury in 2023. One wrote on Instagram: “LEWIS YOU WERE INCREDIBLE TONIGHT! Thank you for such an incredible night, I’ll never forgot it.”
One person wrote, “Genuinely could not believe wtf was happening! “, while others were shocked to learn that the chart-topping star had the surprise guest of the night. I anticipated a guest would be a fan of the red hot chili peppers, but I regret not being more in the front seat.
Lewis has been open about his struggles in the past, and he has largely disappeared from the public eye in recent months both online and in person. The chart-topping artist opened up about his struggles in January by sharing lyrics over a video that showed shadows dancing in candlelight on Instagram.
If I’m honest with myself, my heads are a living hell, if I’m honest with myself, x #newmusic #mentalhealth, he wrote a caption next to the short clip of footage.
The lyrics to his 2023 song, A Cure For Minds Unwell, read, “If I’m being honest, I couldn’t tell you this is all I wanted,” were in the lyrics. The house seems spooky, so I have to sleep in.
“Filled with the shadows of regret, and the words I should have said, to the words I laid to rest. And lately, I’m concerned that all of my youth is fading. It’s so painful for a man to grow older.
Is there a treatment for mental illness? Because my head is living hell. If I’m open to myself.
