This was the performance that sparked some of the loudest debate of the night.
Gal Flex found themselves in an unfortunate position, drawing an early time slot that many felt worked against them. To be fair, the order was chosen randomly out of a hat, so there was no bias or intent behind the timing. Still, perception matters, and early sets often carry a different weight.
When Gal Flex stepped up, the room was not yet at full capacity. People were still arriving, settling in, and finding their space. As a result, their selection landed in front of only a fraction of the audience that would later fill the venue. For some, this became the main talking point. Great music, limited ears.
Despite this, their selection was strong. The records were well chosen, the flow was confident, and the intent was clear. They played with purpose, even if the room had not fully formed yet.
The standout moment of their set came with creativity and humour. Gal Flex dropped a BBC News style intro, cleverly dissing the other contestants. The timing was sharp, the delivery unexpected, and the crowd that was present reacted instantly. It was a moment that cut through the early night atmosphere and set a tone.
Another moment that had people talking was the playful imitation of Richie F’s daughter, Nylah Janae. Light hearted and unexpected, it added personality and character to the set, showing Gal Flex’s ability to entertain beyond just record selection.
In the end, Gal Flex’s performance became a talking point not because of poor delivery, but because of circumstance. Many felt that with a later slot and a fuller room, the reaction might have told a very different story.
Debate is part of PASJ. Timing, crowd energy and context all play their part.
Gal Flex delivered moments that will be remembered, even if the conditions did not fully work in their favour.
