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SLEIGH BELLS IN CONCERT:
Noise pop duo Sleigh Bells are masters of leveraging minimal musical elements to maximum effect. Their anthemic tracks often employ little more than a hard-hitting beat, the distorted guitar work of Derek Edward Miller, and the adrenaline-filled vocals of Alexis Krauss, but despite their stripped-down makeup they always sound larger than life. From the fuzzed-out stomp of "Infinity Guitars" to the pummel-pop of "Comeback Kid", Sleigh Bells' high-energy sound is matched by their equally electrifying performances on tour.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Sleigh Bells, a.k.a. Alexis Krauss and Derek Edward Miller, formed in Brooklyn in 2008. They released a self-titled debut EP in 2009, and soon afterwards signed to M.I.A.'s N.E.E.T. record label for their 2010 debut full-length album Treats. The album cracked the Top 40 of the Billboard 200, propelled by considerable blog buzz and catchy singles like "Tell 'Em". A slew of high-profile festival appearances followed, including performances at Coachella, Primavera Sound, and the Pitchfork Music Festival. Their 2012 sophomore album Reign of Terror was an even bigger success, peaking at No. 12 in the US and landing on charts throughout Europe. In 2013 Sleigh Bells released their third album Bitter Rivals to another round of critical praise, supporting the release with a 30 date US tour.
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"...Sleigh Bells and Alexis Krauss are refreshingly charismatic and one of the only groups that actually knows how to put on a rock show. Their sound is stripped down but refined. Minimalist but full."
"Saw Sleigh Bells on the last show of their tour and they were incredible. Brought all the energy of their recordings times 1000."
"This was my first Sleigh Bells show and it was incredible! The crowd was so into it. I left a sweaty mess. Her voice, the beat, and the guitar?! I didn't know if I wanted to lose my mind, dance, or crowd surf."
Such a great show, love the Terragram's intimate small space and the band brought the energy we all missed during the pandemic. Played most of their hits and didn't miss a note. Hard to pick which band member was the best, sing,er, guitarist, keyboards and drums were all on point.
Sleigh Bells are always so much fun. Super high energy, emotional, connect with the audience, etc. This was no different. They tend to play relatively short sets (think 75 minutes) but they pack in a lot and hardly stop. Highly recommend.
one of the best concerts I’ve been to. great vibes on stage, whole crowd should have been ballistic, but luckily the crew in the front was all in.
Excellent intimate performance and an incredible venue. Definitely will return.
I love SB's. I have seen them 4 times. They always put on a great show. But, they only play 45-50 minutes. That was fine when they only had one record, but now they have 4 CD's filled with solid tunes they should be playing. Less than an hour might be OK for a festival show where there are other bands to see, and the crowd may not be their biggest fans. But a solo/headlining show is made up of their most loyal fans that deserve better. Maybe it's the lower price so that is why it's shorter. But, earlier in the week I saw a band who charged the same amount as SBs, and they played for an hour and a half. Waiting much longer for a band to get on stage than the length of the actual show is a big no-no. So, unfortunately I have to give less stars this time, and unless they add more to their setlist, I'll pass next time that they come to town. Maybe that's why they came far from filling the Newport where they sold it out last time?
I'm not much of a concery goer but Sleigh Bells was too good to pass up. I got there a bit early and ended up at the very front, right in front of the stage. I couldn't have hoped for a better spot since I was also near the middle, and also because I'm a pretty short person; I would've been doomed had anyone been in front of me. The show itself was incredible. Everyone was so excited to be there and Alexis was so energetic. The atmosphere was amazing. I don't have the words to accurately describe the show but it was definitely some of the most fun I've had at a concert. I'd absolutely see them again!
Great show. Wish it could've lasted a little longer
The actual performance was great. However, many guests including myself went in at 7:30 start time. No one on stage until 8:30. 45 minute performance by Tunde, then waited until 10pm until Sleigh Bells actually went on for a 45 minute set and 2-song encore. I was sick and we planned on getting dinner right after so this was even worse having to wait so long. Waiting 2.5 hours for a 45 minute show was disappointing.
The venue was small, for such big sound. But the crowd was energetic. The lights were amazing, and sleigh bells was everything and more. It was my first time seeing them live. Alexis can sing her heart out.
These guys put on a great show. We saw them at the Fillmore a couple years back and had a great time, I definitely preferred the Underground as a venue this time around, it's a much more comfortable space. But if you're going to see Sleigh Bells, I highly recommend that you bring earplugs. Volume is a big part of their sound and they are LOUD; my hearing was damaged and never fully recovered from the first show. I brought earplugs this time around and had a great time, it was still satisfyingly loud but much more enjoyable. Lots of people were complaining about their ears ringing while we were exiting. Still, this is a fun group and I plan on seeing them every time they return to the Queen City.
I am a black man from the bible belt Midwest, well over the age of 40, and I love the Sleigh Bells. I know, how is this possible you may ask? I don't know, just blessed, I suppose. This group has been in my ears for years and has helped me deal with my most stressful days in ways that few other outlets can. I was at the show in The Sinclair and was thrilled at the full frontal wall of energy they fed the audience. I felt every molecule of energy returned to the group by the audience. From the guy in the front with me at the stages edge wearing a big, furry, hat with ears to the bouncing teenagers in the balcony... It was intoxicating even without the one beer in my belly I would've been swaying right along and jumping up an down just as hard as i did. Will I return to the Sinclair? Absolutely. Will I see the Sleigh Bells again? Sadly, no. I realize I'm too old for this now. Do I regret going? Certainly not! This was my entire teenage years of GnR, Motley Crue, Burning Spear, Morrissey, and every other concert I ever saw burned into a single night. I physically CAN'T do it again. But I will NEVER regret that I did it just this one last time.
The first band was not great, but Sleigh Bells put on a great show. They definitely got the crowd back into the concert. Stone Pony is always a great venue for loud music!
This was the fifth time seeing Sleigh Bells live, and the first time in Louisville. This was also my first time seeing them on the "Bitter Rivals" tour. I really enjoyed the additions to the setlist from the new album. Alexis Krauss is a true showman. Love this band!
Awesome show, I've never been rocked so hard in my life! Alexis and Derek bring so much energy to the show, I was dancing (as in jumping up and down) the entire time. I have seen them twice before and this was the most fun, their opener was interesting and the venue (Mercury Ballroom) is new and clean as well as intimate so there is not a bad seat (or rather standing position) in the place. Sound was good, very loud and sounded better with earplugs actually. The whole experience was really great!
One of the most innovative contemporary bands. In a culture that celebrates understatement, Sleigh Bells and Alexis Krauss are refreshingly charismatic and one of the only groups that actually knows how to put on a rock show. Their sound is stripped down but refined. Minimalist but full. It harkens to the eighties but is not defined by it. The balance of heavy rock sounds with danceable beats that swing gives you all you need. And, of course Alexis Krauss is just beautiful and amazing.
We had a blast. It wasn't really crowded, but the crowd definitely energetic. It was our first time at the Mercury Ballroom and we loved it. Not a long line for drinks or for the bathroom, which is a huge plus. Sleigh Bells rocked and kept the pace rolling along great. Definitely had sore legs the next day from jumping around. Wish they would have played Rill Rill and Tell Em, but other than that no complaints! Loads of fun!
I expected Sleigh Bells to be amazing, and they were even better!
This was my first Sleigh Bells show and it was incredible! The crowd was so into it. I left a sweaty mess. Alexis jumped on me a couple times and I did NOT mind. She even jumped in to break up a fight. If I could create my perfect band, it would be Sleigh Bells. Her voice, the beat, and the guitar?! I didn't know if I wanted to lose my mind, dance, or crowd surf. Sleigh Bells makes me want to do all three at the same time.
The show was awesome. Go see them. They're amazing.
It was amazingly perfect! She was so beautiful, it was unreal!
