Wolf Alice, the acclaimed London-based indie rock quartet, delivered a captivating and energetic performance at the Best Kept Secret festival in Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands. Known for their dynamic sound that effortlessly shifts between ethereal dream-pop and raw, grunge-infused rock, the band showcased their versatility and stage prowess. Frontwoman Ellie Rowsell commanded the stage with her remarkable vocal range, soaring to "bizarrely high" notes in tracks like "Bloom Baby Bloom" before unleashing a "possessed scream" during the heavy guitar riffs of "Formidable Cool." The setlist was a masterclass in balancing their diverse catalog, featuring a mix of their more "cheerful, sometimes sweetish indierock songs" alongside their heavier anthems. Highlights included the crowd-pleasing "Bros" and the poignant "The Last Man on Earth." The atmosphere reached a fever pitch during the explosive "Play The Greatest Hits," which saw police sirens blaring and a playful beer shower for Rowsell, embodying the band's "Big Bad Wolf Alice" persona. The set culminated with the beloved hit "Don't Delete The Kisses," a track that had the audience enthusiastically attempting to match Rowsell's impossible high notes, creating a moment of shared, joyful chaos. This performance underscored Wolf Alice's reputation as a formidable live act, cementing their status as one of the most exciting bands in contemporary alternative music.
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