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SLOWDIVE IN CONCERT:

 

Pioneering British shoegaze band Slowdive made some of the biggest music news of 2014 when they reunited for a tour after nearly 20 years apart, and they continue to send indie rock fans over the moon whenever they perform their lush, atmospheric brand of dream pop in concert. Critics originated the term "shoegaze" in the '90s as a derogatory way to describe bands' lackluster stage presence, but Slowdive discredits the label every time they take the stage, turning out powerful performances that teem with electric energy and stylish showmanship. Dual singers/guitarists Rachel Goswell and Neil Halstead trade off vocal duties, wrapping their soaring, reverb-soaked melodies in a gorgeous sonic wall of guitar textures that totally envelopes audiences. Meanwhile the rhythm section sets a relaxed groove with smooth basslines and unadorned drumming that lets the band's guitar-driven atmospherics shine. As they captivate crowds with chimerical favorites like "Shine" and "When the Sun Hits", Slowdive gives the impression that the two decades they spent apart had never passed, treating ticket buyers to a totally immersive concert experience that proves shoegaze remains as vibrant as ever.

 

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

 

Slowdive was formed in Reading, England in 1989 by singers/guitarists Rachel Goswell and Neil Halstead, who named the band after a song by British post-punk act Siouxsie and the Banshees. After putting together a demo tape and playing shows, the group signed to Creation Records and released a self-titled EP in 1990. The record garnered rave reviews from NME, and the band followed up in 1991 with two more EPs that further put them on the map thanks to stellar songs like "Catch the Breeze", which topped the UK indie chart. The expectations these early EPs set for their full-length debut proved hard to meet--Slowdive's 1991 debut full-length Just for a Day received mixed reviews, despite landing at No. 3 on the UK indie charts. Their 1993 sophomore effort Souvlaki fared similarly, failing to impress critics even as the band's loyal cult following continued to grow. As shoegaze's popularity was eclipsed by Britpop and American alternative rock in the mid-'90s, Slowdive called it quits following the 1995 release of their third album Pygmalian. Over the next 20 years, critics revisited the band's three albums favorably, and today their early '90s output is considered among the best of the decade. Since reuniting in early 2014 for their first major tour in nearly two decades, Slowdive has floored fans with career-spanning performances while keeping hopes alive for the possibility of a return to the studio.

Setlists

    1. 1.shanty
    2. 2.Star Roving
    3. 3.Catch the Breeze
    4. 4.Souvlaki Space Station
    5. 5.chained to a cloud
    6. 6.Sugar for the Pill
    7. 7.kisses
    8. 8.Alison
    9. 9.Machine Gun
    10. 10.When the Sun Hits
    11. 11.Golden Hair (Syd Barrett cover)
    1. 1.shanty
    2. 2.Star Roving
    3. 3.Catch the Breeze
    4. 4.Crazy for You
    5. 5.Souvlaki Space Station
    6. 6.chained to a cloud
    7. 7.Sugar for the Pill
    8. 8.kisses
    9. 9.Alison
    10. 10.Machine Gun
    11. 11.When the Sun Hits
    12. 12.Slomo
    13. 13.40 Days
    1. 1.shanty
    2. 2.Star Roving
    3. 3.Catch the Breeze
    4. 4.Crazy for You
    5. 5.Souvlaki Space Station
    6. 6.chained to a cloud
    7. 7.kisses
    8. 8.Sugar for the Pill
    9. 9.Alison
    10. 10.When the Sun Hits
    11. 11.Golden Hair (Syd Barrett cover)
  1. Encore

    1. 12.Dagger
    2. 13.Machine Gun
    3. 14.40 Days
    1. -Deep Blue Day (Brian Eno cover)
    2. 1.Avalyn
    3. 2.shanty
    4. 3.Star Roving
    5. 4.Catch the Breeze
    6. 5.Crazy for You
    7. 6.Souvlaki Space Station
    8. 7.Sugar for the Pill
    9. 8.Alison
    10. 9.When the Sun Hits
    11. 10.She Calls
    1. 1.shanty
    2. 2.Star Roving
    3. 3.Catch the Breeze
    4. 4.Crazy for You
    5. 5.Souvlaki Space Station
    6. 6.Sugar for the Pill
    7. 7.kisses
    8. 8.Alison
    9. 9.When the Sun Hits
    10. 10.Golden Hair (Syd Barrett cover)

Reviews

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 89 reviews
  • Transcendental

    by Jimmyraybob on 2/10/25The Capitol Theatre - Port ChesterRating: 5 out of 5

    Slowdive is my favorite band, and as always, they really brought it. One after the other, moments of incredible power and soul-lifting beauty.

  • Slowdive was beautiful

    by Jessie James on 2/4/25State Theatre - PortlandRating: 5 out of 5

    The Stare is a great theatre for performances. Lights and sound were terrific, the band played a beautiful set.

  • I just cannot get enough of slowdive.

    by lydia on 11/22/24Brooklyn Paramount - BrooklynRating: 5 out of 5

    When you go to a slowdive show you can expect to cry and smile all along. They are truly amazing when they perform live. You can see on their faces and through their performance that they love doing what they do, and it makes the experience even better. You can feel the love that they have, the passion. They are the only band that I will continue to see over and over again, they are just that significant and always will be.

  • Amazing show

    by Mark on 11/21/24Brooklyn Paramount - BrooklynRating: 5 out of 5

    Slowdive put on an amazing performance. They played so many songs I enjoyed, they lighting was great, the venue was great. Everyone was respectful, they have good fans. I would love to see them again. Thank you so much for an incredible show

  • Amazing Performance

    by Peter J on 11/21/24The Anthem - WashingtonRating: 5 out of 5

    It was great. The opener was amazing and the other people in the audience were very nice. Couldn't say much else other than it was probably the best concert I have ever attended

  • ABSOLUTELLY AWESOME

    by Johnny on 11/20/24The Anthem - WashingtonRating: 5 out of 5

    I bought the first CD in 1990 and did not hear again of Slowdive until more recently. The music is great, the show was fabulous. The band is cohesive and the mood was amazing. As a much older fan, it was great to see the room filled of teenagers and 20 year old! Side note: I wrote a review for another concert earlier today - that was a mistake...

  • Ethereal, beauty incarnate

    by Alex S. on 11/19/24Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing performance with great visuals, they’re definitely humble and are very appreciative of the fans that come to their shows. Rachel Goswell and Neil Halstead’s voices have held up very well over time. Hope to see them again soon

  • Absolute Legends

    by David H on 11/13/24The St. Augustine Amphitheatre - St AugustineRating: 5 out of 5

    It’s somewhat of a surreal miracle to see Slowdive after listening to their music since the 90s. Their sound was perfect, the set list covered all of my favorites and great new material, and they were absolutely lovely.

  • Excellent concert

    by Stephanie on 11/13/24The St. Augustine Amphitheatre - St AugustineRating: 5 out of 5

    Fabulous concert! Always a great experience at The Amp. Both Wisp and Slowdive had excellent performances!!

  • amazing <3

    by jordyn on 5/22/24Civic Theatre - New OrleansRating: 5 out of 5

    i loved this show!! they gave us a fantastic performance and did well in engaging in the audience. i would 1000% love to see them again sometime. best band ever

  • Slowdive in Birmingham

    by 91Tiger on 5/20/24Avondale Brewing Co. - BirminghamRating: 5 out of 5

    Slowdive performed at Avondale Brewery outdoors. The weather was great for the event. Drab Majesty opened for Slowdive and they were a pleasant surprise, as I was not too familiar with the band. They did not disappoint. It was terrific to have Slowdive in Birmingham. It's not often a big name shoegaze band like this is in Birmingham—thank you to Avondale Brewery for inking the deal. The show was excellent and it was great to see Birmingham turn out and support the show. I hope they will return to Birmingham. The music was good & the beer was cold!

  • Great show

    by jn77 on 5/20/24Avondale Brewing Co. - BirminghamRating: 5 out of 5

    Slowdive w/Drab Majesty was a great show. I would go see either band again. Avondale Brewery is a nice, low key venue and I look forward to going back again.

  • The band was great! The venue...meh.

    by TedERuxpin on 5/20/24Avondale Brewing Co. - BirminghamRating: 3 out of 5

    First let me say that I am grateful to Avondale Brewing Company for providing a venue for big name bands to play in Birmingham. However some bands, including the last two shows I saw there, need an indoor venue. I call these bands 'headphone bands.' Whether it's shoegaze-y Slowdive or Gary Numan's warbling introspection, they just don't sound right when overpumped through outdoor speakers. Drab Majesty was ill served by playing in more or less broad daylight. The soundman was pushing the bass to the level of constant distortion. While I enjoy their music immensely, they demonstrated a near total lack of charisma. Maybe that's their thing. If so, they need to do it inside on a darkened stage. Slowdive had a better sound mix. And they did a great job of performing a setlist that included a decent sampling of their male and female vocalists. The sound was cleaned up so you could truly hear the wispy vocals even at range.

  • A “must see” show for Slowdive fans

    by Jon B. on 5/17/24Civic Theatre - New OrleansRating: 5 out of 5

    I had the opportunity to cross two bands off my "must-see"list: Slowdive and Drab Majesty. I've been eager to catch Slowdive live for ages, even willing to travel to do so. So, when I discovered they were performing in my hometown, I was thrilled. The added bonus of Drab Majesty as the opening act made it a show I couldn't miss. Attending my first show at the Civic Theater, I was impressed by the venue. The concert kicked off promptly at 8 pm with Drab Majesty taking the stage first. Their performance was phenomenal, delivering most of the songs I hoped to hear live. Slowdive followed suit with equally mesmerizing hazy guitar soundscapes. They sounded flat out amazing. Post-show, I had the unexpected pleasure of meeting a member of Slowdive and chatting with Drab Majesty, who were incredibly gracious. I even snagged a signed copy of my favorite Drab Majesty album, "The Demonstration."THANK YOU DRAB MAJESTY!! It was truly an unforgettable experience, with both bands showcasing their talent and professionalism at its peak.

  • Breathtaking Shoegazing

    by D.F. on 5/17/24Civic Theatre - New OrleansRating: 5 out of 5

    Drab Majesty was amazing as well, but holy frijoli, slowdive delivers the goods, just a tightly controlled slow-motion tsunami of reverb and feedback and angelic voices. Took me back to that moment when I was 15, and my friend and I opened the cellophane wrapping of "Just For a Day"and having our young minds blown. The live version is just as moving.

  • Slowdive

    by Kirk on 5/17/24Civic Theatre - New OrleansRating: 5 out of 5

    Great show. Awesome venue!!! Very good views from all spots, easy access to parking. Great acoustics.

  • Alive

    by Spacerock Rick on 5/14/24White Oak Music Hall Lawn - HoustonRating: 5 out of 5

    Slowdive is better live than the original recoordings

  • Spiraling guitar tones married to angelic vocals.

    by Ned on 5/10/24Old Forester's Paristown Hall - LouisvilleRating: 4 out of 5

    Slowdive honestly blew me away. Something I immediately noticed, that none of their records have truly captured, was the fat loud bottom end. The rhythm section is tight. All around more bombastic than I was expecting. That flufffy cloud of sweet vocal harmonies just hovered in the air slightly left of stage while the twin guitar texture/pedal attack built some majestic phrasing. A live band to be reckoned with!!

  • atmospheric bliss inside atmospheric fury outside

    by your nickname on 5/10/24Old Forester's Paristown Hall - LouisvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    slowdive has flipped demographics....I saw the band on both may 7 2024 and may 7 1992 and a very young crowd was at this show in 2024 ....the music is blend of all 5 major albums but as new ones are released the vintage songs are left to encore golden hair and catch the breeze and 5 from souvlaki and one from Pygmalion but the new songs are certainly deserving ....oh and the guy who has to proclaim his love for Rachel can still pierce the crowd from 30 rows back (restraining order?)...looking forward to what demographic will be there in 32 years on may 7

  • Slowdive!!!

    by Musicgeek97 on 5/10/24Old Forester's Paristown Hall - LouisvilleRating: 5 out of 5

    Slowdive is one of those bands that just don’t miss and the opening artist was amazing as well!!!