Photo Credit: James Mirfield
Some of the most significant records of the 2010s were released in the alternative scene in 2015. For many, Turnover‘s sophomore release ‘Peripheral Vision‘ was undoubtedly at the top of the list. The Virginia shoegaze band headed out on their UK tour, performing the record in its entirety to celebrate 10 years since its release.
The lights throughout Project House began to dim and without any entrance music, the band emerged from the back of the stage to take their positions. As the album was to be performed in its entirety, those in attendance were more than aware of the running order, but the excitement still remained throughout the performance. Having previously been the song to close their previous sets, the band kicked off with ‘Cutting My Fingers Off‘ to get the place pumped up. The calming intro followed by the elegant guitars saw the capacity crowd off their feet and singing along with little encouragement.
Following up with ‘New Scream‘, the cheer immediately rose up a notch, showing that after ten years, this tracks is still a favourite amongst many. As the momentum continued into ‘Humming‘ and ‘Hello Euphoria‘, it was ‘Dizzy on the Comedown‘ which saw the crowds voices raise up a notch. Another clear favourite across the room. Austin Getz addressed the audience, thanking them for their attendance but also for supporting the record for the last ten years, which of course, was met with a huge applause from everybody. Service soon resumed, with ‘Take My Head‘ and ‘I Would Hate You If I Could‘ showcasing once more the favourites from the record, before rounding off with ‘Intrapersonal’ to conclude the album tracks.
With no time to spare for the usual walking off stage and return for an encore, Turnover continued the set with a few surprises thrown in. Two new songs featured right off the bat, with both going down very well with the crowd, but it was time for something more familiar. Bonus track ‘Humblest Pleasures‘ soon came around, a transitional track that was released between ‘Peripheral Vision‘ and ‘Good Nature‘. As the set was nearing its climax, ‘Super Natural‘ remains a set list staple, with the band completing their return to Leeds with the upbeat ‘Most of the Time‘ for good measure.
Ten years on, ‘Peripheral Vision‘ remains one of the most adored records in this scene, but it is now time to look forward for the band and their fans as they prepare for new material in 2026.
Photo Credit:
James Mirfield – Manchester Academy
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