Machine Gun Kelly’s Mainstream Sellout Tour: Wembley Arena Review

On October 1st, 2022, Machine Gun Kelly made his grand return to London, kicking off his sold-out Mainstream Sellout Tour at Wembley Arena. Riding high on the success of his pop-punk albums Tickets to My Downfall and Mainstream Sellout, MGK, alongside his talented band (Slim on DJ/production, Rook on drums, Baze on bass, Justin Lyons and Sophie Lloyd on guitars), turned Wembley into a haven for punk rock fans. From the moment a helicopter hovered above the crowd with MGK singing “Born with Horns,” fans knew they were in for a wild ride.

MGK kicked things off with a bang, diving into hits like “God Save Me” and “Maybe” before pulling off a surprise collab with British grime legend Skepta for “Praise the Lord”, reigniting his rap roots and sending fans into a frenzy. The night continued with fan favorites like “Drunk Face”, “Fake Love Don’t Last” (with a guest appearance from Iann Dior), and “Concert for Aliens”, all backed by blistering solos from Justin Lyons and Sophie Lloyd.

Wembley was treated to several jaw-dropping moments, including a heavy nu-metal remix of “Floor 13”, complete with mosh pits and pyrotechnics. MGK took aim at online haters with “Papercuts” and delighted fans with an extra rap verse that brought the house down. Afterward, he delivered hits like “Kiss Kiss” and “Bloody Valentine”, reminding the crowd why he’s at the forefront of the pop-punk revival.

The emotional core of the night came during stripped-down acoustic versions of “Glass House” and “Lonely”, where fans lit up Wembley with their phones as MGK poured his heart out on stage. The energy quickly shot back up as UK punk sensation Yungblud joined MGK for explosive performances of “Acting Like That” and “I Think I’m Okay”, sending the crowd into overdrive.

As the night came to a close, MGK showed off his guitar skills with the heartfelt ballad “Twin Flame,” ending the show with fireworks, pink confetti, and a final guitar solo dedicated to his fiancée Megan Fox and daughter, who watched proudly from stage side.

This Wembley show wasn’t just a concert—it was a statement. MGK’s evolution from rapper to punk rock king was on full display, and he left every fan in awe with a performance packed with humor, heart, and unforgettable moments. If you haven’t seen Machine Gun Kelly live, you’re missing out on one of the most electrifying shows in modern music.