Penelope Road also covered several popular hits that had the audience hooked from the first notes. “Ventura Highway” highlighted Eastman and Moore’s flawless harmonies; the song brought a lovely breeze of West Coast sound into Kansas City. Kopp kicked off “One of These Nights” with an improvisational bass solo then smoothly transitioned into that iconic Eagles bassline. The song was performed at a slower tempo than the original, creating a fresh and much more intimate sound; it was definitely a standout moment for me. The band also covered a lifelong favorite song of mine, “Everybody Wants to Rule the World.” To say they did it justice would be an understatement. Their rendition managed to capture that nostalgic Tears for Fears sound whilst also adding their own flair had the audience totally mesmerized.

However, the band’s encore turned the night from memorable to unforgettable. Their unexpected cover of Paramore’s “Ain’t It Fun” was an explosion of energy that had everyone in the sold out venue singing along. They closed the night with their biggest hit, “Out Tonight” featuring masterful guitar work from both Moore and Roy-Mieghoo. The performance ended the show on a powerful high, perfectly capturing the band’s spirit.

Every song in their set felt carefully crafted, the band's chemistry and talents were on full display. Eastman’s emotive vocals and keyboard work blend perfectly with Moore’s raw, fiery voice alongside his lively guitar to create the harmonies that give the band its signature sound. Roy-Mieghoo’s riffs and solos were laced with warmth and energy, they added so much heart to each song. Smith’s drumming and Kopp’s bass were the backbone of the night and anchored everything with a groove that gives them their funky, soft rock sound. Shockingly, Smith played the entire set with a dislocated knee, without ever letting it show. Fueled by their incredible stage presence and dynamic energy, Penelope Road delivered a set that highlighted their songwriting, musicianship, and power to captivate an audience. It was the kind of performance that marked Penelope Road as a band destined for big things, and if this night proved anything, it’s that they’re only just getting started.