The Cure with Slowdive and The Slow Readers Club

Slowdive, born in Reading, England, are known for their shoegaze style blending reverb-drenched guitars and experimental sounds. Their latest album, "everything is alive," merges familiar shoegaze elements with new beginnings, highlighting their enduring influence on a younger audience. The band members, Rachel Goswell, Neil Halstead, Christian Savill, Nick Chaplin, and Simon Scott, collaborate to explore life’s shimmering nature and universal themes through diverse sonic landscapes.

The Slow Readers Club, born in Manchester, craft anthemic post-punk alt-rock with dark, political lyrics. Known for powerful live shows, their 2023 album hit UK No29.