On Friday, March 7th, Minneapolis-based shoegaze band she's green took the stage at the 7th St Entry, delivering a performance that captivated both long-time fans and newcomers alike. Being a newcomer myself, I enjoyed watching the crowd slowly fall in love with their heavy bass-focused tunes that drew you right in. The quintet—vocalist Zofia Smith, guitarists Liam Armstrong and Raines Lucas, bassist Teddy Nordvold, and drummer Kevin Seebeck—have been making waves with their ethereal sounds and vibes.
Although they were playing as openers for Arizona band Glixen, they set the bar high for the night with an incredibly professional yet fun performance of their album full of dreamy melodies.
They opened with "Smile Again," a track that has become a crowd favorite. As "Tarmac" built into a powerful crescendo, Smith's longing vocals resonated deeply with the audience. Her presence on stage was so comfortable and she seemed to be having so much fun dancing around on stage, oftentimes joining her bandmates for certain sections of her songs. They all evidently have built a lot of trust with each other, and it created a seamless performance. she’s green also expressed being grateful to be able to play a hometown show, as they’d been out on the road for a bit. Although the weather was bitter cold, it was warm and glowy in the 7th Street Entry.
Throughout their performance, the band's chemistry was evident. Armstrong and Lucas' guitar interplay created an awesome, constant backdrop, while Nordvold's bass lines and Seebeck's drumming provided a solid foundation. Smith's vocals were heard loud and clear, effortlessly blending with the instrumentals to produce ethereal energy around the whole venue.
The band's gratitude towards their Minneapolis roots was palpable. A heartfelt shout-out from the band really drove home their appreciation for the local music scene. This sentiment resonated with the audience, fostering a sense of community throughout the performance. Everyone felt grateful to be part of an awesome evening. They ended their set with a group selfie with the crowd, and it was a perfect way to end the evening that blended the local music scene, with their up and coming success.
Also on the line up for the evening was headliner, Glixen. Glixen is a Phoenix-based alt-indie band that has a super hazy, unique sound that blends elements of shoe gaze and alternative rock. They captivated the audience, song after song and shared their gratitude to the attentive Minneapolis crowd.
Words and photos by Daniela Shella
