Chxrry is the Whole Show: A Review of The Ego Tour
Baby’s All Right was simply too small for the energy Chxrry brought to the stage. As fans packed into the venue, it became clear that the Canadian singer-songwriter has firmly established herself at the center of pop girl conversations. Following the release of U, Me & My Ego, which masterfully blends synthpop, rage, and R&B, Chxrry has proven that The Ego Tour is a masterclass in performance.
Whatever the opposite of an industry plant is, that’s how The Ego Tour feels. When she emerged in front of the crowd at 8:15 p.m., Chxrry performed with minimal artifice, armed only with a microphone and a striking latex ensemble. The audience was fully engaged, singing along to every track. Even when navigating the absence of guest features, such as during a performance of “Badness,” the crowd filled the void, rapping every word of the verse before the artist herself, Cash Cobain, made a surprise appearance for an encore.
A Polished Evolution
The product of dedicated studio sessions with producer Believve, U, Me & My Ego represents a significant leap in quality from Chxrry’s earlier EPs. While tracks like “Blockstar” and “Bottles & Lights” were clearly designed to resonate in a live setting, the show also highlighted the emotional depth of her slower cuts. Collective renditions of “Bible” and “Boring” provided a sense of catharsis, proving that her music resonates deeply with listeners who map their own experiences onto her sonic landscapes.
For the live show, Chxrry reorganized the album’s tracklist to keep the audience on their toes. By moving from the defiant “Blockstar” to the self-assured “Main Character,” she weaves an underdog-to-star narrative that feels both personal and ambitious. As she noted in our previous interview, the album title is a reflection of her identity as both a person and an artist.
The Power of Presence
Despite some online discourse regarding the scale of her stage design, Chxrry is undeniably delivering a pop spectacle. In an era where many artists rely on heavy production, there is something refreshing and thrilling about a star who needs nothing more than her own presence to command a room. As she continues her tour, including a highly anticipated stop at Bowery Ballroom, it is evident that Chxrry is not just a rising star—she is the whole show.
