Brian John Harwood & Eric Ethridge Light Up 100 Kellogg for a 90’s Country Party
90’s Country Party with Brian John Harwood & Eric Ethridge at 100 Kellogg
Photo by: Kevin Vyse - Stage Pass Media
London’s 100 Kellogg set up the stage for a high-energy country night as Brian John Harwood & Eric Ethridge delivered back-to-back performances inside the Century Centre.
The evening began quietly. Sound check ran a little long, giving the room time to settle while the band fine-tuned the final details. As doors opened, the smell of popcorn and pretzels drifted in from the hallway outside the concert space, and a steady crowd began filling the floor. When the lights dimmed and Harwood’s intro tracks rolled, anticipation shifted instantly into focus.
Brian John Harwood Opens the Night
Harwood and his band walked on stage to a growing roar from the crowd. From the front of the stage, it was easy to see the shift in energy. Some in attendance were clearly longtime fans, singing along and leaning into every word. Others appeared to be discovering his music for the first time and quickly becoming fans.
By the end of the set, that distinction no longer mattered.
Harwood’s performance carried confidence without feeling overproduced. His connection to the audience built steadily across the set, drawing in even those who may have arrived unfamiliar with his catalogue. After his final song, several attendees commented on the strength of his performance, noting they planned to look up more of his music after heading home.
It was the kind of set that grows a fan base in real time.
Eric Ethridge Brings The Energy
If Harwood built the room, Ethridge ignited it!
With deep roots in the London country music scene, London has long supported Ethridge’s rise from local stages to nation recognition. That hometown loyalty was unmistakeable as he took the stage.
From the opening moments, Ethridge commanded the room with movement and crowd interaction. Early in the set, he stepped off the stage and into the audience, weaving through fans while singing, high-fiving and embracing supporters along the way. It’s a bold move few artists attempt, but one that reinforces his reputation as a performer who thrives on connections.
Throughout the night, Ethridge worked every inch of the stage, making sure fans on both sides of the room felt included. His pacing, energy, and engagement never dipped, keeping the momentum high from start to finish.
One particularly memorable moment came when a father lifted his young child near the front of the stage. Ethridge stepped down again, leaning in close as he sang directly to the child, creating a brief, but powerful exchange that drew smiles across the crowd.
A Strong Night for Country Music in London
The paring of Harwood and Ethridge created a balanced evening of country music, blending emerging momentum. The Century Centre provided an intimate but energetic setting, allowing both artists to connect closely with the audience.
From the first notes to the final encore, the night served as a reminder of how powerful live music can be when artists meet their audience at eye level.
Photography & coverage by: Kevin Vyse - Stage Pass Media.
