Florence + the Machine's latest tour, in support of their sixth album Everybody Scream, has been making waves across Glasgow as Florence Welch brings forth an uncharacteristic somberness to her performances. Witnessing Welch command the arena during one of two sold-out shows, it is strikingly apparent that the singer-songwriter no longer fears anything.
Just seconds prior, she had delivered a high-energy performance of Spectrum, ripping through its grungy electric guitar and searing demand: "Say my name!" But in contrast, her performance of You Can Have It All showcases Welch's emotional vulnerability as she tackles an ectopic pregnancy that almost killed her. Over the pulsating backdrop of a ratcheting intensity, Welch's tempestuous voice soars like a tempest, culminating in a haunting refrain: "Am I a woman now?" The arena hangs on the edge of their seats, silenced by the sheer emotion on display.
The new song, which marks a stark departure from Welch's usual bombast, highlights a recent shift in tone towards cathartic release. One of the standout tracks from Everybody Scream is 'One of the Greats', an unflinching critique of her peers who insist on creating "boring music". The raw emotion and urgency are palpable as Welch confronts these male artists head-on.
Welch's performances, accompanied by a choir who provide their own brand of high-drama, can never be dull. However, the sheer intensity of their show threatens to overpower the solo performer, who remains steadfast in her command over the audience. The only song that almost breaks this spell is 'And Love', which presents itself as a poignant exploration of finding solace.
While Florence + the Machine's shows are always an unmissable experience, they have grown increasingly theatrical with time. Last year's single Sympathy Magic remains one of Welch's standout tracks: a soaring plea for catharsis through song that left her overpowered by the sheer emotion she evoked. As seen in 'And Love', the emotional release can sometimes make Welch's songs feel intentionally less impactful. It is clear, however, that Welch thrives on the edge of her limits and will continue to push herself to deliver a show that is as heart-stopping as it is deeply moving.
Just seconds prior, she had delivered a high-energy performance of Spectrum, ripping through its grungy electric guitar and searing demand: "Say my name!" But in contrast, her performance of You Can Have It All showcases Welch's emotional vulnerability as she tackles an ectopic pregnancy that almost killed her. Over the pulsating backdrop of a ratcheting intensity, Welch's tempestuous voice soars like a tempest, culminating in a haunting refrain: "Am I a woman now?" The arena hangs on the edge of their seats, silenced by the sheer emotion on display.
The new song, which marks a stark departure from Welch's usual bombast, highlights a recent shift in tone towards cathartic release. One of the standout tracks from Everybody Scream is 'One of the Greats', an unflinching critique of her peers who insist on creating "boring music". The raw emotion and urgency are palpable as Welch confronts these male artists head-on.
Welch's performances, accompanied by a choir who provide their own brand of high-drama, can never be dull. However, the sheer intensity of their show threatens to overpower the solo performer, who remains steadfast in her command over the audience. The only song that almost breaks this spell is 'And Love', which presents itself as a poignant exploration of finding solace.
While Florence + the Machine's shows are always an unmissable experience, they have grown increasingly theatrical with time. Last year's single Sympathy Magic remains one of Welch's standout tracks: a soaring plea for catharsis through song that left her overpowered by the sheer emotion she evoked. As seen in 'And Love', the emotional release can sometimes make Welch's songs feel intentionally less impactful. It is clear, however, that Welch thrives on the edge of her limits and will continue to push herself to deliver a show that is as heart-stopping as it is deeply moving.
she's so empowered now, it's like she can conquer anything on stage 
and that emotional vulnerability in you can have it all... *sniffles* it gives me chills every time i watch the vids 
her music is getting darker and edgier, which im all for tbh 
especially that one of the greats track, she's not afraid to speak her mind 
and those choir girls with her are EVERYTHING 
I mean, I've seen them live before and they're always amazing, but this somberness thing she's got going on now? 
It's like she's tapping into a whole other level of emotional depth! I love how she's not afraid to get vulnerable on stage, it's so inspiring 
. And that choir is just the icing on the cake, adding all this drama and tension to the show 
. I'm not gonna lie, some songs felt like they were almost too intense for me (I mean, am I a woman now? 
), but in a good way, you know? It's like she's pushing herself to new heights and it's captivating to watch 
. Bring on the cathartic release! 
and I'm STILL reeling 
from the emotional depth of their show! 
. Her voice is like a wild tempest 
that can either knock you off your feet or leave you breathless 
. The choir added this epic high-drama element 
. The only song that almost brought me down was "And Love", but even then, it was still so beautifully poignant 
! The somberness she brought to performances was so captivating, especially when she performed "You Can Have It All" 
It's like she's speaking straight to my soul. Can't wait to see what the rest of the tour has in store for us 
and the fact that she's calling out her male peers who make boring music is so refreshing 
i mean we've seen her go from energetic to somber before, but this time it feels like she's genuinely letting her guard down 
& i am HERE. FOR. IT! 
. It's like she's channeling this inner turmoil and turning it into something beautiful, yet hauntingly painful to watch.
. Either way, it's been ages since I've seen her command the stage like that - almost like she's trying to outdo herself (and honestly, I'm here for it) 
. The fact that she's tackling tough topics like ectopic pregnancy in her music is so admirable... and also kinda scary? Like, am I really ready to have an emotional breakdown at one of her concerts? 
I'm loving Florence + The Machine's new tour! 
. The choir adds an extra layer of drama, but at the end of the day, it's Florence's voice that takes center stage and steals the show 
. One thing I'm curious about is how they're handling the contrast between their usual bombast and this more somber tone... will we see a full-scale shift in their sound? 
? The somberness in their performances is so captivating, especially with that ectopic pregnancy song - it's like she's speaking straight to our souls 
It's like she's tapping into some deep, dark energy or something. And don't even get me started on that choir – what's up with all those extra voices? It's like they're trying to drown out her real message or something. Anyway, Florence + the Machine might just be the ultimate distraction while the powers that be pull off their next big move... 
. Her music has always been about breaking free from expectations, and now she's doing the same with herself 
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). That 'One of the Greats' track is giving me LIFE 