Meghan Trainor
Paul Russell / Chris Olsen
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
The Woodlands 10-13-24

    Meghan Trainor’s concert at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands, Texas, on October 13 was a fantastic night filled with catchy pop hits, infectious energy and plenty of personality. The concert was part of her “Timeless Tour,” which has taken her across major venues in the U.S. this fall.

    The evening began with openers Chris Olsen and Paul Russell, each bringing their unique flair to the stage. Chris Olsen, Trainor's close friend, added a lighthearted touch with his charming stage presence, endearing himself to the audience with a blend of humor and enthusiasm. Russell, known for his hit “Lil Boo Thang,” got the crowd moving with his upbeat R&B tracks, setting a lively tone for the night.

Paul Russell
"Lil Boo Thang"

     Meghan took the stage at 8:05 and launched into a set that blended old favorites with newer tracks. Trainor's Timeless Tour has been a vibrant celebration of her journey over the past decade, bringing fans old and new together with her signature upbeat pop and empowering messages. The tour, supporting her new album Timeless, highlights Trainor's growth as both an artist and a performer. Tonight she performed a dynamic mix of nostalgic hits and fresh tracks. She started the night with hits like “Mother” and “No Excuses”. The setlist then took the audience on a trip down memory lane with classics like "Dear Future Husband" and “All About That Bass”  balanced by introspective and heartfelt ballads such as “Like I’m Gonna Lose You”​ which featured Meghan on piano as well. The crowd was also treated to a ukulele performance from Meghan when she performed "Title" which was the second singe off her All About The Bass album.

Meghan Trainor "All About That Bass"	Meghan Trainor "Better When I'm Dancing"

    Meghan’s concerts are family-friendly affairs, with many attendees bringing children, reflecting her image as a beloved artist for all ages. She also ensured a personal connection with the audience, often stopping to read signs, responding to fans and she even brought her husband, Daryl Sabara, on stage for a sweet dance during "Doin' It All For You". Visuals played a key role in the show with light displays, phone flashlights and holograms adding to the ambiance, especially during dance-heavy numbers like “Genetics” and her T-Pain collaboration “Been Like This”. Her performance of “Made You Look” was a particular highlight, as the crowd joined in singing along to the catchy tune as confetti rained down. Trainor's upbeat anthems had the audience dancing and singing throughout the night and she delivered her songs with high energy and impressive vocal skills.

    The venue itself provided a great setting, and while the crowd filled much of the space, the layout ensured that fans could get a good view of the stage. The Pavilion’s open-air environment enhanced the experience, allowing Trainor’s lively beats and powerful voice to resonate across the audience. Meghan’s personable stage presence and interactions with the crowd created an intimate atmosphere despite the large venue.

    Overall, it was a memorable night that showcased Meghan Trainor’s ability to connect with fans through her music and her warmth on stage. Fans left with smiles, likely humming her catchy tunes all the way home.

Meghan Trainor Setlist:
Mother
Don't I Make It Look Easy
Lips Are Movin
No Excuses
Crushin’
Bestie
Better When I'm Dancin'
Title
Superwoman
Like I'm Gonna Lose You
Dear Future Husband
Crowded Room
Doin' It All For You
Criminals
All About That Bass
Wave
Genetics
NO
Hate It Here
Me Too
Whoops
To the Moon
Been Like This
Encore:
Timeless
I Wanna Thank Me
Made You Look

Paul Russell Setlist:
Party In the U.S.A. (Miley Cyrus cover)
Say Cheese
Unknown
My Girl (The Temptations cover)
Ms. Poli Sci
Homecoming
Eat Pray Love
Lil Boo Thang