Iggy Pop - Post Pop Depression: Live at the Royal Albert Hall

On May 13, 2016 Iggy Pop brought his Post Pop Depression tour to the Royal Albert Hall, and this film records that evening in full. Instead of a greatest hits parade, the set stays focused on the material from his then-new Post Pop Depression album, co-written and produced by Joshua Homme, with a handful of selections from Iggy’s late 1970s work with David Bowie. The camera stays close to the stage and the band, catching ragged intensity, quiet moments and banter, so you get the feel of a concert that’s both precise and loose. The performance is anchored by a tight backing group that helps the songs breathe live without drowning the singer’s presence.

Directed by Nick Wickham, the film documents a single night at London’s Royal Albert Hall in 2016. It’s built around the Post Pop Depression sessions with Joshua Homme and the musicians who toured the project.

The release was handled as a limited theatrical and festival run before being issued on home video and digital platforms. It wasn’t marketed as a mainstream cinema event, so distribution stayed targeted to music fans and concert film audiences.

Critics and fans noted the film’s focus on performance and chemistry rather than flashy staging. Reviews tended to praise the interplay between Iggy and his bandmates, citing the raw energy and clear production that keeps songs immediate. It averages well among viewers, reflecting a positive reception from those who sought out the release.

Culturally, the concert helped highlight Iggy’s late-career vitality and brought renewed attention to his collaborations with Joshua Homme. The Royal Albert Hall night is often referenced when discussing successful rock collaborations between generations, and the film has become a commonly recommended live document for listeners wanting a concentrated look at Post Pop Depression alongside key 1977-era tracks.