Experience the Raw Power of Chelsea Wolfe’s Performance at Roadburn Festival 2024: A Must-Read Review

When Roadburn Festival began 25 years ago, it was a haven for stoner and doom music genres. Over the years, the festival has evolved to embrace a wide range of alternative music styles while still paying homage to its original roots. Chelsea Wolfe stands out as a musician who bridges the gap between these different worlds.

Throughout her career spanning seven albums, Wolfe has traversed diverse genres like folk, doom, and dark electronica. Her ability to adapt and shift between styles was showcased brilliantly in her recent performance at Roadburn. Performing tracks from her latest album “She Reaches Out To She” in a mesmerizing 16-song set, Wolfe demonstrated her mastery of creating atmospheric and dark music that draws listeners into a mysterious and enchanting realm.

The opening track, “Whispers In The Echo Chamber,” set the tone for Wolfe’s performance, blending pulsating electronica elements with haunting melodies reminiscent of trance music tinged with a sense of doom. Her powerful vocals soared over eerie pianos and deep basslines, creating a captivating sonic experience that kept the audience spellbound.

One of the remarkable aspects of Roadburn Festival is its commitment to creating visually stunning live productions for artists, allowing them to explore theatrical elements in their performances. Wolfe’s show was no exception, with elaborate lighting displays and billowing stage smoke adding depth and mystique to her set.

While “She Reaches Out To She” took center stage during the performance, Wolfe also delved into her past discography, treating the audience to older favorites like “16 Psyche” and “The Culling.” These tracks harkened back to the festival’s roots in doom music, while others like “House Of Metal” showcased a symphonic grandeur that highlighted Wolfe’s versatility as a songwriter.

Closing her set with the delicate and haunting “Be All Things,” Wolfe left the audience in awe of her songwriting skills and artistry. Each performance by Wolfe offers a unique interpretation of her music, showcasing her talent as a true visionary in the music industry.

Chelsea Wolfe’s album “She Reaches Out To She” is now available via Loma Vista, capturing the essence of her compelling and evocative musical style.

Setlist for Chelsea Wolfe’s performance at Roadburn Festival in Tilburg on April 19, 2024:

• Whispers In The Echo Chamber
• Everything Turns Blue
• House Of Self-Undoing
• Tunnel Lights
• 16 Psyche
• The Culling
• Feral Love
• House Of Metal
• Salt
• Unseen World
• Eyes Like Nightshade
• Place In The Sun
• Dusk
• Flatlands
• The Liminal
• Be All Things