Pixies

Let’s take a little trip back in time to November 2016, shall we? The Pixies were riding the wave of their fourth studio album, *Head Carrier*, which had just dropped a little over a month earlier, on September 30, 2016. This moment marked a significant period in their career, as it came after their reformation in 2004, which had fans buzzing with nostalgia and excitement. The band’s lineup had evolved, too, with Paz Lenchantin stepping in as the bassist, providing a fresh dynamic to their iconic sound. At the O2 Academy Brixton, a venue that’s hosted a slew of legendary acts, the energy was electric. It was like a reunion between the band and their devoted fans, showcasing classic Pixies hits alongside the new tracks off *Head Carrier*. What’s fascinating is how they managed to blend that angst-driven, raw style that defined their early work with the maturity of their newer material. You could almost feel the collective heart of the crowd, united in a shared love for both the past and the present.

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