The XX

[TomViolence]

I thought the Floating Points set on the Park last year was really impressive!

I made a last minute decision to go (I liked Elaenia but I wasn't sure how well it would translate live and it was clash central at the time) and it ended up being one of my favourite sets of the weekend.

As Tuna said, I don't know what a solo set will be like but I'll definitely be getting there in good time if he does support them at Brixton.

[Tartan_Glasto]

On 1/25/2017 at 1:12 PM, nikkic said:

The more I listen to this album the more I like it. 

 

Performance is just stunning. 

Correct.

[gmb1992]

Anyone know if their Bestival appearance is an exclusive? 

Might have to look into getting tour tickets if so...

[mjsell]

5 minutes ago, gmb1992 said:

Anyone know if their Bestival appearance is an exclusive? 

Might have to look into getting tour tickets if so...

nah there's no mention of it. Its pretty much nailed on for them to be at G imo. Just a matter of Other or Pyramid sub.

[SwedgeAntilles]

5 minutes ago, gmb1992 said:

Anyone know if their Bestival appearance is an exclusive? 

Might have to look into getting tour tickets if so...

They're TBC for Glastonbury so wouldn't have thought so. 

[Tuna]

6 minutes ago, gmb1992 said:

Anyone know if their Bestival appearance is an exclusive? 

Might have to look into getting tour tickets if so...

No but they'll be at Glastonbury. Assuming you have tickets.

[Ovechkin]

was at their show yesterday, loved The new remixes, shelter was amazing. Also played loud places, which almost felt like a rave. Huge scene production too. 

[Joshuwarr]

13 minutes ago, mjsell said:

nah there's no mention of it. Its pretty much nailed on for them to be at G imo. Just a matter of Other or Pyramid sub.

Subbing Other stage would be strange considering their excellent headline slot on it just a few years back...I think the step up is needed.

[Vanderlyle]

How come they're TBC for Glasto? Where did that come from?

And what is the consensus on the new record? I'd kinda lost interest in these guys but might try and get back on it again.

[mjsell]

1 hour ago, Joshuwarr said:

Subbing Other stage would be strange considering their excellent headline slot on it just a few years back...I think the step up is needed.

I meant headlining other. Its whether they are happy to perform in the same slot as last time. My money is on subbing Radiohead still though.

 

1 minute ago, Vanderlyle said:

And what is the consensus on the new record? I'd kinda lost interest in these guys but might try and get back on it again.

I would say generally pretty positive. Certainly better recieved than Coexist.

[Mezhyp1]

It's a work of art

[T-Mouse]

First setlist from Stockholm is up. I'd be mightily happy with that in March. Swap Stars for the drake cover and it's perfect.

http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/the-xx/2017/hovet-stockholm-sweden-73f802d1.html

Edited February 9, 2017 by T-Mouse

[eFestivals]

24 minutes ago, Vanderlyle said:

How come they're TBC for Glasto? Where did that come from?

It came from someone who's given us a few good tips over the years. I know where he normally gets his info that he's sent our way, tho I don't know if this has come from the same place, tho I presume it has.

If it's the normal thing, it's likely to be from the lips of one of the band or someone very closely connected to them.

[zahidf]

I assume they will sub Radiohead. Hard to see them in a lower spot this year.

[Mezhyp1]

That setlist is tremendous 

[nikkic]

That set list is fantastic. Subbing Radiohead, sun going down, cider in hand, amazing. 

[SwedgeAntilles]

Aye, would be more than happy with that. 

[st dan]

Weather/setlist depending .. The XX into Radiohead combo is going to be my best festival experience of all time - and i don't even know what could possibly top it in future.

Small problem ... I just need a ticket!!!

[ghostdancer1]

2 hours ago, Ovechkin said:

was at their show yesterday, loved The new remixes, shelter was amazing. Also played loud places, which almost felt like a rave. Huge scene production too. 

yeah, just looking at the footage, it's very dancey and ravey with all the lighting and mirrors.

 

[Mezhyp1]

*prays for other stage headline slot*

[FloorFiller]

Nice to see Basic Space back after it was absent from most/all of their Coexist tour. Still routing for Radiohead sub!

[SwedgeAntilles]

I'm split. I've no doubt xx into Radiohead would be a cracking couple of hours, but closing the Other on Saturday or Sunday to Loud Places would be pretty special. 

[The Clearest Blue]

I'm also split, everyone keeps saying how special Radiohead will be but as I've never really gotten into them I think I'm likely to be giving them a miss, which means having the XX headlining the Other will give be an excellent alternative. but I really don't like the Other stage and try to avoid it if possible so would prefer to see them on the Pyramid ...

[The Clearest Blue]

Just now, Scruffylovemonster said:

Other stage for headliners tends to be decent - it's just crappy in the day. QOTSA, Chemical Brothers, Massive Attack, Portishead all really good in semi-recent times. 

Fair play, I haven't seen a headliner on the Other stage yet, I've contemplated finally watching the LCD set to see how it went down, but although I'm happy with my decision to see Coldplay, watching the LCD set will throw in my face what I missed.

[the wonderwhy]

Really not a fan of the new album so I'm sorta on the side of missing them at the moment. I think they'll headline Other, looking at footage it would suit their show better, so they'll likely clash with someone decent on the JP or Park