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Beach Fossils Ride the Wave to Vancouver




Last week, the iconic Beach Fossils took the stage at The Pearl, unleashing a wave of emo-surf-rock vibes. Born in the gritty streets of Brooklyn back in 2009, this bunch has been on a quest to redefine indie music.


Dustin Payseur, the sorcerer of their iconic beachy sound, led the pack into the night with guitars that felt like a sentimental caress and beats that whispered tales of sunsets on distant shores. The setlist coasted through the band’s evolution, taking the crowd on a ride from their nostalgic beginnings to their latest compositions. Their performance showcased a juxtaposition of raw, early hits like "What a Pleasure" with the polished maturity of newer tracks like "This Year."


What sets this crew apart is their onstage chemistry - a vibe that feels more “chill session with your mates” as opposed to a typical mainstream gig. Between songs, the banter flowed like a conversation among friends (like their near-misses with Border Control), turning the concert into an intimate gathering where the audience was just as much a part of the story.


Beach Fossil’s ability to fuse a somewhat melancholic emo sound with a carefree spirit of surf-rock creates a show that’s both fresh and somehow timeless.


Catch Beach Fossils on their North American tour: 


Nov 14

Minneapolis, MN, US


Nov 15

Chicago, IL, US


Nov 15

Chicago, IL, US


Nov 16

Columbus, OH, US


Nov 17

Detroit, MI, US


Nov 18

Toronto, ON, Canada


Nov 20

Boston, MA, US


Nov 21

Philadelphia, PA, US


Nov 25

Washington, DC, US


Nov 27

Richmond, VA, US


Nov 28

Raleigh, NC, US


Nov 30

New York (NYC), NY, US


 


Photographs by: Amanda Tabone

Article by: Amanda Tabone

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