Bryan Adams took the RTÉ One studio and, with nothing more than his guitar and that unmistakable voice, turned it into a rock arena in miniature. No fireworks, no screaming solos—just pure music stripped to its core. He slid from Cuts Like a Knife into Badlands, and suddenly the crowd’s clapping wasn’t just applause, it was part of the rhythm, part of the song. The cameras zoomed in so tight you could almost feel the strings vibrate under his fingers, every note cutting straight through. For four minutes, the glitz fell away, and what remained was the raw, gut-deep power of Bryan Adams at his best—a reminder of why these songs never lost their fire.
Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams delivered an electrifying acoustic medley on Ireland’s iconic The Late Late Show, captivating both the studio audience and viewers at home. Armed solely with his guitar, Adams opened with a stripped-down rendition of “Run to You,” igniting an enthusiastic singalong and rhythmic clapping from the crowd. His performance seamlessly wove together some of his most beloved hits, including “Summer of ’69,” “Heaven,” and “When You’re Gone,” showcasing his enduring vocal prowess and magnetic stage presence.
The intimate setting of the show allowed Adams to connect deeply with the audience, turning the studio into a vibrant concert hall.
This memorable appearance not only highlighted Adams’s timeless appeal but also served as a prelude to his upcoming “Get Up” tour, with scheduled performances in Dublin and Belfast in May 2016. For fans eager to relive this standout moment, the full medley performance is available on RTÉ’s official YouTube channel.
