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WOLF ALICE IN CONCERT:
British indie rockers Wolf Alice marry dreamy pop melodies to psychedelic sonic textures to create a complex yet catchy sound that is sure to fascinate audiences. At the band’s live shows singer Ellie Rowsell alternates between singsong verses and screamed choruses to brilliantly enact her impassioned lyrics. With their cranked amplifiers and well-orchestrated blasts of feedback, the rest of the band matches every emotional twist and turn the singer conjures. While these aggressive elements are part of their calling card, they maintain a controlled vibe with composed loud-quiet dynamics and group harmonies that give songs like “Moaning Lisa Smile” a surprisingly sweet edge. As Wolf Alice hits the road to promote their 2015 debut My Love Is Cool, ticket buyers will be treated to an up-and-coming band that is poised to take over the alternative music scene.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Wolf Alice formed in 2010 around core members singer/guitarist Ellie Rowsell and guitarist Joff Oddie, eventually growing to include drummer Joey Amey and bassist Theo Ellis. Things rapidly picked up for the North London quintet in 2012 when their digital single “Leaving You” received considerable radio play on BBC Radio 1 and a mention in NME’s Radar section. Their first physical single “Fluffy” arrived in 2013 followed later that year by their debut EP Blush. The releases garnered praise from several respected news outlets such as The Observer and Clash, and in 2014 Wolf Alice was named the Best Breakthrough Artist at the UK Festival Awards. In early 2015 the group released the single “Giant Peach” off their forthcoming full-length debut My Love Is Cool, whetting fans’ appetites for the album’s July release.
Throughout their career, Wolf Alice have drawn massive crowds of fans, packing venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre and The Fillmore to capacity.
I’ve loved their records and now I know they can bring it live! The sound was much and full and bright. The one thing is the vocals could have been turned up a notch (a sound issue, not a performance issue). But wow… just an amazing experience with an incredible band who rightly, we’re obviously soooooo honored to be on such hollowed ground. Loved every minute.
WA kicked &%^ on Fri the 14th at the Commodore Ballroom. An energetic set of rocking tunes, including 3-4 new songs, was served up by the London-based band. Playing was tight and crisp, and the audience loved the show. Never miss a WA show! You'll love the experience; you'll be disappointed if you miss them ...
An amazing wall of sound with intricate vocals and great musicianship all around. This band is even better live than I thought they would be, even though I’ve watched all of the live videos on YouTube. I even got to meet the Joel, drummer, before the show! It was pretty obvious that they had been tuned up and practicing and playing a lot since they just came from Europe, they were so tight and the arrangements were so perfect, an all-around great show.
Also, $13.50 for a beer is ridiculous. I won't be going back to the Fillmore any time soon.
Wolf Alice performed flawlessly at Fillmore Minneapoils last Friday night. They put on a high energy performance filled with their many hits and mingling ballads with rockers. Ellie Roswell has matured beautifully both in style and vocalizations. Simply said, she has a terrific voice with a broad range. She captivated the audience. And now she appears more confident than ever. Theo Ellis was bubbling with energy and delivered a wicked bass. Jeff Oddie and Joel Amery added to the stellar performance—this band is solid, with each member working seamlessly in delivering an overall outstanding experience.
All my expectations were met, and more! Greatest band playing today!
This band is absolutely fantastic live! They are kind of a Swiss Army knife. They can play ethereal dream pop, hard rock, punk…etc. Tons of energy and they sound great. See them in a small to medium venue and get your doors blown off!!!
This band brings it. SOLID show. Would see them again in a heartbeat.
First time to the Fillmore in Minneapolis. Very clean venue, can tell it was built after the smoking bans went into effect. Even the toilets are clean. The band, Wolf Alice, was spectacular. Their songs are great and they are clearly polished and tight. The stopped and started on a dime, time after time. Not some drunk college kids jamming. They were total pros, and it showed. The show was barely 80 mins but felt much longer because the performance was so relentless. Really, really great stuff. And great songs too, great songwriting, just all around fab.
wolf alice really knows how to put on a show. it was a religious experience for me. would absolutely go to a show of theirs again.
I liked Wolf Alice before the show. Not one of their super fans but I was interested in seeing them. I am SO GLAD I decided to go. That was SO FUN! Everyone in the packed crowd was having a great time. WA take the stage and take over. Such an upbeat, up tempo, aggressively fun show. If you think you like WA at all you MUST GO to a show!
Great band live. Sound was excellent at St Andrew’s Hall. Go see Wolf Alice at a small venue while you still can
Literally the most fun band to watch. So much talent. Such a class act. They are the best so if you haven't seen them I would highly recommend!
Venue, staff and most importantly, the band were all fantastic. Such a beautiful, high energy show!
Everything was amazing, I absolutely love St Andres hall (and Shelter). I attend shows there frequently, just wish the sound was better to match the rest of the magical experience.
Wolf Alice puts on a great show. I’ve seen them many times and I love them. The Big Night Live venue totally crushed their performance and is by far the worst music venue I’ve ever been to. The floor space was wildly overpacked, lines of site were totally terrible due to weird gigantic support beams. They had all sorts of empty ‘vip’ seating that was annoying but most egregiously the sound was TERRIBLE. I walked around the venue and the difference in the pockets of sound were wild- totally muddled, way too quiet, weird reverb- just truly awful. I would never go back to see a show at this venue.
These guys kick ass, they pour their heart and soul into every show. One of the most unique, versatile and dynamic rock bands on earth. Ellie is an absolute legend!
I’ve seen this band 2 years in a row now, and they always put on a stellar show, and their fans always leave happy. Great energy, great sound. The venue (Big Night Live) is the WORST venue in Boston. If you’re not on the floor facing the stage directly you’ll have a rough time seeing the stage with any enjoyable view due to massive floor to ceiling industrial support beams that are about 3.5’ wide and 30+ feet tall that run at a 45 degree angle. So 30% of the audience at a sold out show can’t really see what’s happening on stage. If you plan on numbing that pain with a cocktail, have fun paying $17+ for a drink (not an exaggeration). This is wannabe bougie lounge club purporting as a rock club and it’s heartbreaking to see the real clubs going under while places like this pop up.
Barriers, steps and pillars all reduce movement around the venue when full
Great set list, great show, a must see if you want to see a band that doesn’t want to suck every last penny you have to go see a concert !!!! Played everything on my wish list and more.
