Review: Jessie J at the O2 Academy Newcastle 

Bang Bang singer dazzles crowd of adoring fans with powerhouse performance, says Lee Maddison

The Bang Bang hitmaker dazzled a crowd of adoring fans with a powerhouse set combining her biggest hits and songs from her newest album, Sweet Talker.

Bouncing back from cancelling her gig in Glasgow just 24 hours earlier, the 26-year-old battled through illness to combine a brilliant stage presence with powerful vocals.

The Essex-born hitmaker laid all concerns of an under-par performance to rest from the very start when she burst onto the stage singing the opening track of her latest album, Ain\'t Been Done.

There followed a fantastic set which showcased her energetic style and flawless vocals as she showcased her range with fan favourites including Domino, Laserlight.

Bubbly, quirky and fun, Jessie also took time to show her appreciation of her fans, the local contingent instantly won over by her attire and more so as she interacted with the crowd, using the intimate surroundings to full effect.

Celebrating a decade in music, the Essex-born singer also showed a tender side as she slowed the pace mid-set, notably reminiscing of her first ever audition with a beautiful rendition of Whitney Houston\'s Bodyguard hit, I have Nothing.

There followed a roaring finale featuring Do it Like a Dude, Price Tag and monster hit Bang Bang, ensuring her mesmerised audience would be singing all the way home.

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