Andy Bell, the iconic voice of Erasure, made a triumphant return to Seattle’s Showbox, noting he hadn’t played the venue in about a decade. The sold-out, all-ages crowd was noticeably on the older side, but their energy was youthful and electric.

The night began with LA Art Rock artist Savannah Pope. Despite a minimalist setup, her elaborate costume and stage presence immediately drew the audience’s attention. With powerful vocals, she clearly lit up the room, setting a high-energy tone for the main event.

Bell’s performance, part of the Ten Crowns North American Tour, was a communal singalong from start to finish. Hits like “Blue Savannah,” “Sometimes,” and “Love to Hate You” turned the room into a giant choir, with the audience singing along to the majority of the songs.

Dedication ran deep among attendees. I spoke with a fan in the front row who had seen him perform 30 or so times, and others were following him on tour.

A standout moment was the rousing cover of Olivia Newton-John’s “Xanadu,” which Bell performed with shimmering, disco joy. After a string of Erasure classics like “Chorus” and “Oh l’amour,” the night concluded with the essential anthem, “A Little Respect.”

Bell’s performance proved that his voice and his songs remain absolutely vital, delivering a powerful and unforgettable night of synth-pop nostalgia.