“NIGHT 1 WAS F**KING TERRIBLE” | TYLER, THE CREATOR SAVES THE BEST FOR LAST AT ALL POINTS EAST

LIVE REVIEW | TYLER, THE CREATOR w/ Baby Keem, Daniel Ceasar, Jim Legxacy and many more | ALL POINTS EAST | 29th August 2026 by Miles Humphries

Tyler, the Creator didn’t exactly have the easiest start to All Points East. After telling the crowd that “night 1 was fucking terrible,” the expectation for night two was simple. Returning to Victoria Park with low expectations from the crowd, Tyler delivered the kind of chaotic, theatrical, and completely unapologetic performance that makes him one of the most exciting artists to see live.

Quadeca

The day started with Quadeca, who was met by a surprisingly huge crowd at Victoria Park. Even early into the day, the atmosphere was already building, with fans packed in and singing along as he worked through his set. With songs like ‘AT A TIME LIKE THIS’ and ‘Hell of a time’, Quadeca made the most of it, feeding off the audience and turning what could have been a quiet start to the day into an immediate statement. With fans packed across the field, and the crowd continuing to build around him, hoping that an album will be coming soon. It was clear that All Points East was already well underway before the main event had even arrived.

Wesley Joseph

Next up was a personal favourite of mine, Wesley Joseph. His set brought a completely different energy to the day, with his smooth, atmospheric sound creating a more intimate feeling despite performing to a growing festival crowd. There’s something about Wesley’s music that translates incredibly well live, with his vocals, production and understated stage presence pulling you in rather than demanding your attention. His fashion was another standout. Wesley has always had a strong sense of style, and his outfit felt completely natural to him rather than like he was trying too hard to make a statement. Paired with his laid-back but confident stage presence, he managed to look just as comfortable performing as he did in the crowd.

The energy slowly built throughout the set, with Wesley moving between the more chilled, atmospheric moments and tracks that had the crowd properly bouncing. It was one of those performances where you could tell he was genuinely enjoying himself when saying “London we’re far from home, but this feels like home”. He was feeding off the crowd rather than simply going through the motions.

Having followed his music for a while, this was one of the sets I was most looking forward to, and he didn’t disappoint, with the crowd fully locked in as the afternoon continued to build. It was a standout moment of the day for me, and another reminder of just how strong the supporting lineup for Tyler’s All Points East show was.

Dijon

Following Wesley Joseph came a surprisingly early set from Dijon, taking to the stage while the afternoon was still in full swing. Given the calibre of his live performances, it felt almost strange seeing him so early on the bill, but he quickly made the stage feel like his own. His distinctive blend of soulful vocals, alternative R&B and raw, sometimes chaotic instrumentation translated brilliantly to the festival setting.

Dijon has a way of making his performances feel spontaneous, often allowing songs to breathe and develop beyond their recorded versions, and that was no different here. As the crowd continued to grow around Victoria Park, his set provided one of the more intimate moments of the day, while on the main stage and during the rain, still carrying enough energy to keep everyone engaged. For an artist capable of commanding much bigger stages, seeing Dijon this early felt like a bit of a steal.

Denzel Curry

With the day moving quickly, it was suddenly time to race across Victoria Park to catch Denzel Curry’s last minute set. With barely enough time to make it over, the atmosphere had completely shifted by the time we arrived. Denzel wasted no time, bringing an explosive energy to the stage and turning the crowd into one huge mosh pit. It was the kind of set where standing still wasn’t really an option, with his aggressive delivery and relentless stage presence making every second count.

Danny Brown

Then, almost immediately, it was time for Danny Brown. The change in energy was noticeable, but Danny brought his own kind of chaos to the stage. His unmistakable voice, unpredictable delivery and eccentric personality made for a set that felt completely different from Denzel’s, but just as entertaining. Trying to catch both sets meant spending half the afternoon sprinting around Victoria Park, but missing either one would have been a mistake.

Jim Legxacy

Then came the loudest set of the day: Jim Legxacy. Despite his rapid rise and recent success, there was something incredibly nostalgic about watching him take to the stage at All Points East. Even more so knowing that this was his first ever time attending a festival, let alone performing at one.

The set quickly became one of the most emotional moments of the day. Tears, sweat and pure chaos filled the crowd as fans screamed every word back at him, while the energy seemed to grow with every song. At one point, the whole experience felt almost surreal. Lime Bikes, packed crowds and the sounds of Jim’s music all blended into something that felt uniquely London.

There was a genuine sense of disbelief around the performance. An artist who has gone from bedroom recordings and internet cult favourite to one of the most exciting names in British music was now standing in front of a huge festival crowd, experiencing his first festival from the other side of the barrier. Despite everything that has changed for Jim, the set still carried that same feeling of nostalgia that made his music resonate in the first place. By the end, it was impossible to argue with it: this was the loudest set of the day.

Daniel Caesar

Then came Daniel Caesar on the main stage, bringing a completely different atmosphere to the day. Backed by a full choir, his set felt grand and deeply emotional, with the vocals filling Victoria Park and giving some of his biggest songs an almost gospel like quality. The crowd slowed down for a moment, lighting cigarettes and taking in the performance as the evening began to settle in.

There was plenty of emotion throughout the set, with Caesar letting the music do most of the talking and the choir adding another layer to an already powerful live sound. Visually, however, things were slightly more questionable. The cameraman responsible for the main screen seemed to have his own interpretation of what a festival camera should be doing, making for some rather bizarre shots and questionable framing. Still, with the choir behind him and thousands of people singing along, it was hard for the camera work to take away from what was one of the most beautiful performances of the day.

Baby Keem

Next up was Baby Keem, and the energy immediately went through the roof. His set was explosive from the second he stepped on stage, with huge movements, relentless energy and a crowd that seemed ready to lose its mind. The stage design was another highlight, with a bold, futuristic setup that made the performance feel far bigger than a standard festival set. Every visual element seemed designed to match the intensity of Keem’s music, making it one of the most visually impressive performances of the day.

Unfortunately, the sound didn’t quite live up to the spectacle. At points, Keem’s vocals were noticeably difficult to hear, with the mix feeling completely off against the production. It was frustrating because everything else about the performance was there: the songs, the energy, the crowd and arguably the best stage design of the day. Whoever was behind the sound desk might want to start updating their CV.

Tyler, the Creator

Finally, it was time for Tyler, the Creator. Suspicion grew about who / if there would be any special guests, with names like Frank Ocean and A$AP Rocky floating about. He even stated on Instagram, “lmao, no one, this is a Tyler show for 80 minutes, y’all better enjoy me”. The expectation was already set for something unpredictable. What followed was exactly that.

Tyler arrived in a striking yellow leather outfit, immediately gracing the stage with the theatricality and energy that have become synonymous with his live shows. But the biggest surprises came in the form of two very special guests. A$AP Rocky made an appearance, confirming the rumours and, in hindsight, making perfect sense given his scheduled appearance at The O2 the following day, exactly as predicted. Rex Orange County also joined Tyler on stage, adding another unexpected moment to an already stacked performance.

For anyone who had been at night one and thought they had seen the full show, this was the ultimate slap in the face. Tyler bringing out A$AP Rocky and Rex Orange County effectively crushed anyone who had chosen the solo night one show, turning night two into the night to be at. Combined with the louder, more energetic crowd that Tyler had in front of him, the performance felt bigger, crazier and more complete.

Whatever Tyler meant by making the crowd “enjoy me” for those 80 minutes, he certainly made sure they did.