Gary Numan at Birmingham's O2 Academy wasn’t just a nostalgia trip — it was a vivid reminder of how ahead of it's time his 1980 album was - REVIEW
Gary Numan’s Telekon Tour wasn’t just a nostalgia trip — it was a vivid reminder of how forward-thinking and emotionally icy that 1980 album truly was. Performing Telekon in full, Numan brought a sense of theatrical focus and machine-age drama that made the record feel startlingly contemporary.
Raven Numan
Raven Numan continued her steady emergence as a compelling live performer on Saturday night with a focused and atmospheric set at the O2 Academy Birmingham. Performing ahead of her father Gary Numan’s Telekon show, she drew a sizable early crowd and held their attention with notable confidence.
Numan’s music — a blend of dark pop, electronic textures and understated industrial elements — suited the venue’s already moody staging. She established a cool, controlled presence, her vocals delivered with clarity against pulsing bass and sparse synth lines.
Visually, Numan kept things minimal: subdued lighting, limited movement, and an emphasis on atmosphere over theatrics. It proved effective. Her band, tight and unobtrusive, provided a strong foundation without drawing attention away from the spotlight.
At just 20, Raven Numan is still early in her career, but her Birmingham appearance underlined a performer who is developing quickly and confidently.
