The evening kicks off with soft and synthy artist, Care Charmer, serenading the room. Care Charmer is the stage name for Meg Mills, also known as the touring guitarist for American rock band, ‘Turnstile’. Clearly multi-talented, her set captivates the crowd. They’re definitely an up-and-coming artist to watch in 2024.
Wicca Phase Springs Eternal are the enigmatic figure blending emo, rap, and alternative sounds. He takes centre stage at The Deaf Institute, delivering a performance that seamlessly transcends genres, and captivates the audience.
The stage is set with an ethereal ambiance, as dim lights bathes the venue in a hazy glow. Wicca Phase emerges, clad in his signature black attire, immediately beginning to weave a sonic tapestry that blurs the lines between emo and hip-hop.
Highlights of the set includes the slightly more upbeat track, ‘Moving without movement’. Picking up the energy, it injects a happier note into an otherwise melancholic performance.
Wicca Phase’s stage presence is magnetic yet understated, allowing the music to take centre stage. Behind him stands his DJ and hype man, continually vibing to the songs with the audience, helping aid the aura of the show. ‘I Want to Go Out Tonight’, a song about being infatuated with a girl, ends with a female, siri-like voice saying ‘Gothboyclique’ – the name of the emo-rap collective that Wicca Phase belongs to. This is chanted throughout the act.
As the night reaches its conclusion, Wicca phase ends with a cover of Lil Peep’s ‘Absolute In Doubt.’ that he features on. The crowd really comes together for this touching tribute to Wicca’s deceased collaborative partner, holding each other and screaming every lyric. There’s even a few tears rolling down faces.
Wicca Phase Springs Eternal is continuing to push the boundaries of genre and this live performance acts as a testament to his ability to create a sonic experience, transcending expectations.
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