{"id":1852,"date":"2022-10-10T22:25:43","date_gmt":"2022-10-10T22:25:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newblog.sofarsounds.com\/new-blog\/?p=1852"},"modified":"2022-11-30T23:50:10","modified_gmt":"2022-11-30T23:50:10","slug":"6-performances-that-leave-us-speechless","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/blog\/articles\/6-performances-that-leave-us-speechless","title":{"rendered":"6 Performances That Leave Us Speechless"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"sc-hgRTRy jJODln\" data-qaid=\"article-lead\">\n<div class=\"sc-iIHSe kzHi\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm gCZRKY\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm sc-gldTML eXPgTN\" data-qaid=\"main-container\">\n<div class=\"sc-hgRTRy jJODln\">\n<div data-qaid=\"introText-content\">\n<p>Tongue-tied, astounded, blown away\u2014however you want to say it (and we shall try to say it many ways) it\u2019s not easy to unite the crowd in silence. From powerhouse vocals, to mystifying melodies, we have rounded up 6 Sofar performances that leave us speechless. Turns out we do have some words\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-hgRTRy jJODln\" data-qaid=\"article-content\">\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-iIHSe kzHi\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm gCZRKY\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm sc-gldTML eXPgTN\" data-qaid=\"main-container\">\n<div class=\"sc-hgRTRy jJODln\">\n<div data-qaid=\"introText-content\">\n<h2><strong>1. AMY FITZ DOYLEY- HUMAN | SOFAR LEIPZIG<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>There is power to be found in the lone voice. In 2016,\u00a0<strong>Amy Fitz Doyley<\/strong>\u00a0clutched the crowd with her raw sound. There is intimacy in the silence behind her voice, and a unique bond between the eyes staring back in awe. Amy keeps herself grounded with one hit of a bell, and that’s enough to hypnotize the crowd.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-ugnQR UAatP\" data-qaid=\"player\">\n<div class=\"sc-eIHaNI iCtsDn\" data-qaid=\"player-innerdiv-player\">\n<div class=\"player-player-FFN1TegYGzQ\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"ytplayer-FFN1TegYGzQ\" title=\"Amy Fitz Doyley - Human | Sofar Leipzig\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FFN1TegYGzQ?enablejsapi=1&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sofarsounds.com&widgetid=1\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" frameborder=\"0\" sandbox=\"allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-6=\"true\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-2689853_572=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-iIHSe kzHi\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm gCZRKY\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm sc-gldTML eXPgTN\" data-qaid=\"main-container\">\n<div class=\"sc-hgRTRy jJODln\">\n<div data-qaid=\"introText-content\">\n<h2><strong>2. CROOQ – WAY.VL1 | SOFAR GLASGOW<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This five-piece hip-hop band delivered an honest groove over spoken word that you wouldn\u2019t want to miss. It\u2019s a stream of consciousness that we were lucky enough to witness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-ugnQR UAatP\" data-qaid=\"player\">\n<div class=\"sc-eIHaNI iCtsDn\" data-qaid=\"player-innerdiv-player\">\n<div class=\"player-player--MOAYcCqWSI\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"ytplayer--MOAYcCqWSI\" title=\"CROOQ - Way.Vol1 | Sofar Glasgow\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-MOAYcCqWSI?enablejsapi=1&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sofarsounds.com&widgetid=2\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" frameborder=\"0\" sandbox=\"allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-6=\"true\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-2689853_572=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-iIHSe kzHi\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm gCZRKY\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm sc-gldTML eXPgTN\" data-qaid=\"main-container\">\n<div class=\"sc-hgRTRy jJODln\">\n<div data-qaid=\"introText-content\">\n<h2><strong>3. KERENSA – SUNFLOWER | SOFAR BRISTOL<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In July this year, we heard the otherworldly heights of\u00a0<strong>Kerensa<\/strong>\u00a0in Bristol. Along the same delicate lines of Kate Bush and FKA Twigs, Kerensa isn\u2019t afraid to go where the vocal cords take her. As she takes off from the line \u201cI will be your sunflower\u201d, we can only watch with enchantment. A speechless state to say the least.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-ugnQR UAatP\" data-qaid=\"player\">\n<div class=\"sc-eIHaNI iCtsDn\" data-qaid=\"player-innerdiv-player\">\n<div class=\"player-player-Bnkt-LTRnAE\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"ytplayer-Bnkt-LTRnAE\" title=\"Kerensa - Sunflower | Sofar Bristol\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Bnkt-LTRnAE?enablejsapi=1&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sofarsounds.com&widgetid=3\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" frameborder=\"0\" sandbox=\"allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-6=\"true\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-2689853_572=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-iIHSe kzHi\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm gCZRKY\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm sc-gldTML eXPgTN\" data-qaid=\"main-container\">\n<div class=\"sc-hgRTRy jJODln\">\n<div data-qaid=\"introText-content\">\n<h2><strong>4. BASI VIBE – SUPER RICH RIDS (COVER) | SAN FRANCISCO<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A\u00a0<strong>Frank Ocean\u00a0<\/strong>favorite that Basi really brings his own Vibe to (pardon the pun). There is effortless fluidity in his voice that really does leave us superbly tongue-tied. Basi claims a sense of ownership over the song that he confirms with his sassy clicks and flawless pitching. It\u2019s a\u00a0<strong>Basi Vibe<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-ugnQR UAatP\" data-qaid=\"player\">\n<div class=\"sc-eIHaNI iCtsDn\" data-qaid=\"player-innerdiv-player\">\n<div class=\"player-player-VofHhVFXVow\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"ytplayer-VofHhVFXVow\" title=\"Basi Vibe - Super Rich Kids (Cover) | Sofar San Francisco\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VofHhVFXVow?enablejsapi=1&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sofarsounds.com&widgetid=4\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" frameborder=\"0\" sandbox=\"allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-6=\"true\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-2689853_572=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-iIHSe kzHi\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm gCZRKY\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm sc-gldTML eXPgTN\" data-qaid=\"main-container\">\n<div class=\"sc-hgRTRy jJODln\">\n<div data-qaid=\"introText-content\">\n<h2><strong>5. MADISON MCFERRIN – NO TIME TO LOSE | SOFAR CHICAGO<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This 2017 performance from Sofar alumni\u00a0<strong>Madison McFerrin<\/strong>\u00a0is just one of those moments that confirms a talent. There is something to be said for creating an entire band with only the range of your voice and the tap of your feet. With every step in her socks, we are able to witness Madison\u2019s creative process from start to finish.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-ugnQR UAatP\" data-qaid=\"player\">\n<div class=\"sc-eIHaNI iCtsDn\" data-qaid=\"player-innerdiv-player\">\n<div class=\"player-player-Mj1UigARLJw\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"ytplayer-Mj1UigARLJw\" title=\"Madison McFerrin - No Time To Lose | Sofar Chicago\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Mj1UigARLJw?enablejsapi=1&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sofarsounds.com&widgetid=5\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" frameborder=\"0\" sandbox=\"allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-6=\"true\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-2689853_572=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-iIHSe kzHi\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm gCZRKY\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm sc-gldTML eXPgTN\" data-qaid=\"main-container\">\n<div class=\"sc-hgRTRy jJODln\">\n<div data-qaid=\"introText-content\">\n<h2><strong>6. THUNDERSTORM ARTIS – WHEN MY TIME COMES AROUND \u00a0| SOFAR HONOLULU<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Our final Sofar is the lullaby of our list, taking us to Honolulu in Hawaii. Here you may be surprised that we struggle to find the words, but will let Thunderstorm Artis speak for himself. The performance is filled with intimacy and informality, which is why it feels so easy to be absorbed by Artis\u2019 sound. His lyrics unfold with positivity yet his voice is heavy with emotion. It\u2019s the golden hour of sunset after a busy day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-ugnQR UAatP\" data-qaid=\"player\">\n<div class=\"sc-eIHaNI iCtsDn\" data-qaid=\"player-innerdiv-player\">\n<div class=\"player-player-99Txk10k-XM\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"ytplayer-99Txk10k-XM\" title=\"Thunderstorm Artis - When My Time Comes Around | Sofar Honolulu\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/99Txk10k-XM?enablejsapi=1&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sofarsounds.com&widgetid=6\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" frameborder=\"0\" sandbox=\"allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-6=\"true\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-2689853_572=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc-fAjcbJ chedHR\" data-qaid=\"slice\">\n<div class=\"sc-iIHSe kzHi\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm gCZRKY\">\n<div class=\"sc-Rmtcm sc-gldTML eXPgTN\" data-qaid=\"main-container\">\n<div class=\"sc-hgRTRy jJODln\">\n<div data-qaid=\"introText-content\">\n<p>Words by Maeve Hannigan<\/p>\n<p><em>Photo credit: Kerensa performing Sofar London, photo by Mohammed Khan<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Looking for more performances to take your breath away? Check\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/videos\">Sofar\u2019s video page<\/a>\u00a0for the newly released videos.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tongue-tied, astounded, blown away\u2014however you want to say it (and we shall try to say it many ways) it\u2019s not easy to unite the crowd in silence. From powerhouse vocals, to mystifying melodies, we have rounded up 6 Sofar performances that leave us speechless. Turns out we do have some words\u2026 1. 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