The shoegaze revival just got a whole lot louder – and US quartet She's Green are leading the charge. Hailing from Minneapolis, this trailblazing band has been making waves across the globe since January 2025 with an unforgettable performance at First Avenue, where they opened for Pixies frontman Frank Black.
Fast-forward to today and it's clear that She's Green are on a mission to shake up the music scene. With over half a million monthly listeners on Spotify, they're no longer just whispering in the shadows – they're screaming from the rooftops. Supporting slots with Blondshell, Softcult, Turnover, and Narrow Head have been just the beginning, as they've also taken the bold step of headlining dates in China, an opportunity that initially had them questioning its legitimacy.
It's a remarkable story of patience and perseverance, particularly when you consider the band's founding members – frontwoman Zofia Smith, guitarists Liam Armstrong and Raines Lucas, bassist Teddy Nordvold, and drummer Kevin Seebeck – first came together during the pandemic. As shoegaze experienced a resurgence, they seized the moment, capitalising on the renewed interest in this iconic genre.
But here's the twist: She's Green aren't chasing short-term gains or cashing in on their early success. Instead, they've adopted a more measured approach to career development, releasing three EPs over three years, with their latest offering – the sprawling 26-minute 'Swallowtail' – dropping just last week.
Produced by Sonny DiPerri (Julie and DIIV), this magnum opus showcases the band's willingness to experiment and push boundaries. Take 'Empty House', for example – a haunting track that strips back their signature reverb, instead featuring Smith's poignant vocals alongside delicate acoustic guitar and subtle percussion. It's a tantalising glimpse into She's Green's future artistic direction, one that promises to be as thrilling as it is unpredictable.