By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times
There are concerts you attend, and then there are concerts that feel like an experience.
Masego’s “Fix Your Face” tour stop in Birmingham was undoubtedly the latter.
Originally scheduled for Avondale Brewing Company, the show was moved to Iron City, a change that ultimately worked in the concert’s favor. The smaller, more intimate setting brought the GRAMMY-nominated musician closer to his Birmingham audience and created the kind of atmosphere where every note, saxophone riff and interaction felt personal.
By the end of the night, the verdict was simple: 10/10.
The evening began with an opening performance from Lekan, who helped set the tone for a night rooted in soul, rhythm and musicianship. Birmingham’s own Love Moor also made a special appearance, giving the hometown crowd an added reason to celebrate.
Then came Masego.
Born Micah Davis in Kingston, Jamaica, and raised in Virginia, Masego has built a sound that refuses to fit neatly into one box. His music blends elements of R&B, jazz, soul and hip-hop, but seeing him perform live offered an even fuller appreciation for his artistry.
Throughout his set, fans were treated to the smooth, soulful crooning that has become synonymous with Masego, but his voice was only one part of the experience.
The musician moved effortlessly between instruments, showcasing his talents on the saxophone and piano before briefly picking up the guitar. Each transition felt natural, reminding the audience that Masego is not simply a singer who happens to play instruments. He is a musician in every sense of the word.
The saxophone became a character of its own during the performance.
There was something almost conversational about the way Masego played. The instrument seemed to speak back to the crowd, weaving through the vocals and creating moments that felt less like a concert and more like a late-night jam session shared between friends.
And Birmingham was clearly enjoying every minute of it.
Masego repeatedly expressed his appreciation to the crowd throughout the evening, acknowledging the energy in the room. At one point, he made it clear that Birmingham could expect to see him again, a declaration that was met with the kind of enthusiasm one would expect from an audience that had already decided it wanted an encore before the show was over.
The connection between artist and audience was perhaps the most memorable part of the night.
Iron City’s intimate environment allowed Masego to engage with fans in a way that might have been harder to achieve in a larger venue. Rather than feeling like thousands of people watching an artist from a distance, the room felt collective — as if everyone was participating in the same musical conversation.
And then came the moment many fans had been waiting for.
Masego closed his set with “Tadow,” his 2017 collaboration with FKJ and one of the songs most closely associated with his rise as an artist. The familiar opening notes immediately transformed the room, with fans recognizing the song before Masego even had to say much.
It was the perfect closer.
“Tadow” encapsulated everything that made the evening work: smooth vocals, infectious rhythm, jazz-infused instrumentation and the unmistakable chemistry that Masego brings to his live performances.
For a Birmingham audience, the night offered more than just a stop on a national tour. It was an opportunity to experience an artist whose musicianship is best appreciated up close — and Iron City provided the perfect backdrop.
The venue change may have been unexpected, but it ultimately made the evening feel more special.
Masego came to Birmingham with the “Fix Your Face” tour and left with a crowd asking for his return.
Judging by the response, Birmingham will gladly welcome him back.
