ABOUT THE EVENT
KALEO at Palladium, Cologne
KALEO plays Palladium in Cologne, Germany on Thursday, March 11, 2027, as part of the Way Down We Go Tour. The listed start time is 20:00 local time.
KALEO became famous partly through live videos filmed in dramatic Icelandic landscapes, and their concerts put JJ Julius Son's voice and heavy blues guitar at the centre.
Event details
- Tickets
- On sale on Ticketmaster
- Promoter
- prime entertainment GmbH
- Seat map
THE LIVE SHOW
What KALEO concerts are like
A KALEO concert swings between raw blues-rock and quiet folk. JJ Julius Son can go from a near-whisper to a full-throated roar within a single song, and the band plays loud, gritty versions of No Good, Hot Blood and All the Pretty Girls.
Way Down We Go is the moment everyone waits for, usually played with a slow, heavy build that the crowd sings along to. Some songs are performed stripped back with acoustic guitar, which gives the set a strong sense of light and shade.
Tips for the Cologne show
- Stand near the middle of the floor for the best balance of voice and guitar.
- At outdoor venues, bring a light rain jacket rather than an umbrella.
New to the music? A/B is the album to know; Way Down We Go, No Good and All the Pretty Girls are all on it.
Fans of KALEO also read our guides to Hozier, The Killers and Kings of Leon.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
About KALEO
KALEO are the Icelandic rock band fronted by singer JJ Julius Son, known for blues-rock, folk and soulful vocals that swing between whispers and roars.
Way Down We Go, from the album A/B, became an international hit and was used widely in film and television, while No Good earned a Grammy nomination.
- Origin
- Mosfellsbær, Iceland
- Genre
- Blues rock / folk rock / alternative rock
- Active since
- 2012
- Notable work
- A/B (2016), Surface Sounds (2021), Mixed Emotions (2025)
- Known for
- Way Down We Go, No Good, All the Pretty Girls, Hot Blood
Career highlights
- No Good was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance.
- Way Down We Go charted in many countries and appeared in numerous films and series.
- Known for live performance videos filmed in dramatic Icelandic landscapes, including inside a volcano.
Getting to Palladium
Palladium is the venue for KALEO's Cologne show. The listed address is Schanzenstraße 40, Cologne. Check the venue's entry times and bag policy before the day, and plan your route home in advance, as large concerts often finish when public transport is at its busiest.
Travelling to Cologne for the concert
Most visitors flying in for this show land at Köln Bonn Airport (CGN). A Thursday date usually means less competition for rooms than at the weekend, but getting home the same night after a weekday concert is hard, so staying over is the safer plan.
With a 20:00 start, the show will end late in the evening. Check the last train or bus back to where you are staying before you set off, and fly in the day before so a delayed flight does not cost you the concert.
Frequently asked questions
When does KALEO play Palladium?
KALEO is scheduled for Thursday, March 11, 2027 at 20:00 local time at Palladium.
How do I get to Palladium?
Palladium is in Cologne, Germany. Use the map link on this page to plan your route and check local public transport options for the evening.
Open location in Google MapsWhere can I buy KALEO tickets for Cologne?
Through the official Ticketmaster listing linked on this page; FlyVentis does not sell tickets itself.
What should I listen to before seeing KALEO?
A/B is the album to know; Way Down We Go, No Good and All the Pretty Girls are all on it.
Where are KALEO from?
KALEO are from Mosfellsbær, a town near Reykjavík in Iceland.
What is KALEO's most famous song?
Way Down We Go is their best-known song.
