In the summer of 2017, Royal Blood unleashed their signature brand of ferocious rock upon the Les Eurockéennes festival, one of France's largest and most renowned music events. Staged on the scenic Malsaucy peninsula near Belfort, the festival provided a sprawling backdrop for the duo's famously colossal sound. This performance was particularly significant as it came just weeks after the release of their acclaimed second album, "How Did We Get So Dark?", giving the French audience an early taste of new tracks alongside established fan favorites.
True to form, Mike Kerr (vocals, bass) and Ben Thatcher (drums) delivered a set that defied the limitations of a two-piece band. Armed with a unique bass guitar setup and a relentless drumming style, they generated a wall of sound that is both heavy and irresistibly groovy. The video highlights from this July 9th show capture the raw energy and swagger that cemented their reputation as a must-see live act. The set was a powerful showcase of their blues-infused, riff-oriented rock that had captivated audiences worldwide, proving that the raw power of bass and drums is more than enough to command a massive festival stage.