The Sunshine Underground exploded back onto the scene last night at Manchester's Gorilla, ending a decade-long hiatus in style. The Leeds-formed indie-dance legends tore through 17 tracks, whipping up a frenzied atmosphere that left fans beaming with joy and nostalgia. This sizzling warm-up gig was the perfect precursor to their highly-anticipated reunion show in their adopted hometown this weekend.
The setlist was an expertly crafted mix of old favourites and newer material, showcasing the band's continued ability to craft infectious hooks and dancefloor-friendly beats. Opening with the anthemic 'Wake Up', they paid homage to their critically-acclaimed debut album 'Raise The Alarm' – albeit not in its original order. Fans were also treated to a dose of 2010's 'Nobody's Coming To Save You', featuring standout tracks like 'Coming To Save You' and 'We've Always Been Your Friends'. The main set was rounded off with their iconic single 'Put You In Your Place', before the band returned for an encore that left everyone begging for more.
The Manchester show marked the first time we've seen The Sunshine Underground in action since December 2016, but you could be forgiven for thinking they'd never been away. With a career spanning two decades and numerous studio albums, this reinvigorated line-up is ready to take on the world once again – or at least the UK's indie scene.
Their triumphant return will reach its peak in Leeds this Saturday, 25 July, when they'll perform 'Raise The Alarm' in full alongside a stellar supporting cast that includes White Lies, Hard-Fi, and The Futureheads. Don't miss it!
It's been a long wait for fans of this 'nu-rave' stalwart, but their music remains as fresh and exciting as ever – a testament to the band's enduring legacy in British indie and electronic circles. Get ready for a day of unadulterated bliss and high-energy fun at Kirkstall Abbey, where The Sunshine Underground will prove once more why they remain one of our most cherished and respected bands.