Beyoncé's Los Angeles Takeover: A Recap of Night 1 of the Renaissance World Tour
Beyoncé opens the first of three shows at SoFi Stadium in a stately Tamara Ralph design, styled by Shiona Turini. Hair by Neal Farinah. Makeup by Rokael Lizama. Jewelry by Tiffany & Co.
Photographer: Mason Poole
Last night Beyoncè shut Inglewood down as night 1 of 3 of the Renaissance World Tour began at the Sofi Stadium. Everyone got the Queen’s wardrobe requests as the entire stadium shimmered in their finest silver fashions for the occasion. If you’ve ever seen Beyoncè in concert before, you know that she doesn’t curate an opening act kind of show. With all of the star quality in LA, she switched up her game. Who better to get a crowd warmed up than DJ Khaled himself?
Bringing some of his comrades along for the ride, Khaled summoned 2Chainz to the stage to perform an ode to the Virgos with Birthday Song. There were also performances and appearances from Wiz Khalifa, Roddy Ricch, Coi Leray, Offset, and the legendary Lil Wayne. Due to technical difficulties, Weezy wasn’t able to perform his track but he showed his gratitude for being a part of the set nonetheless.
At 8:56 P.M. the screen changed to read Beyonce with a stunning photo of the songstress. The bee-hive began to rush to find their seats as this was the cue that the Renaissance was about to begin. Appearing from the clouds in the black drop in a black suede dress with diamond-crusted flowers as her breastplate she serenaded the crowd with her first solo single Dangerously In Love. After performing just one song the Renaissance Founder received a one-minute-long standing ovation from her fans. Continuing to set the tone for the musical journey ahead she finished Act One with Flaws and All, 1+1, I Care, and River Deep Mountain High as a dedication to Tina Turner.
Beyoncé opens the first of three shows at SoFi Stadium in a stately Tamara Ralph design, styled by Shiona Turini. Hair by Neal Farinah. Makeup by Rokael Lizama. Jewelry by Tiffany & Co.
Photo Credit: Mason Poole
In the next act, she dived into her Renaissance bag and changed into her finest silver fashions with a pink floor-length mink - because make it fashion! This set began with a clip of her cameo on Lift Off mixed into 7/11 where the Les Twins commanded the stage to do what they do best, entertain! The crowd on night 1 set the bar high for the two upcoming shows as the Sofi Stadium went completely mute during Beyonce’s performance of Energy. With the crowd's energy at an all-time high and Mrs.Carter feeling herself, she stopped to give the crowd an important message.
“The mic is warm.”
Warm it was. Her live vocals are astonishing and remained in tune and on point the entire night. As the show moved into the opulence phase the hive anticipated the arrival of the prodigal Blue Ivy Carter who did not disappoint. It is clear that Blu is finding her comfort zone being on the big stage. This might have been her best performance yet! Making her exit with her signature heart hands and sassy walk, the crowd cheered her on with great support and excitement.
Beyoncé at the first of three shows at SoFi Stadium in Danielle Frankel, styled by Shiona Turini. Hair by Neal Farinah. Makeup by Rokael Lizama. Jewelry by Tiffany & Co.
Photo Credit: Kevin Mazur
Beyoncè’s latest materpiece Renaissance displays her creative genius and versatility on all levels. She put it all on the floor giving the audience everything they’ve been craving including Thique, All Up In Your Mind, and the Dubai rendition of Drunk In Love. The night ended with Queen Bee floating on a silver horse above the crowd giving us vocal heaven with Summer Renaissance.
Beyoncé at first of three shows at SoFi Stadium wearing Gucci, styled by Shiona Turini. Hair by Neal Farinah. Makeup by Rokael Lizama. Jewelry by Tiffany & Co.
Photographer: Mason Poole
Just two days away from her 42nd birthday Beyoncè is continously working and making history. After 26 years in the game, she continues to raise the bar for artists and performers with every tour. Whether you were a fan of the Renaissance album or not, this tour has something for Beyonce fans of every era that is unforgettable. She will hit the stage on September 2nd and again on her birthday September 4th at the Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles. Which night do you think will get the best show?
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