Slowdive - Kisses (Glastonbury 2023)

[@jordangroff8978]

I'm glad this band is finally getting the recognition it has deserved for the last 30 years. One of the very few musical artists/bands that really made a difference in my life.

[@honeypower]

Absolutely-they were ignored and dismissed back in the day as being "uncool" in favour of grunge and Britpop. They're more popular now than ever. In the two decades I've been a fan I've seen and heard their influence in so many new bands and genres. They were truly ahead of their time.

[@matkenis3013]

I have no idea why you are thinking that way, they are and always have been the biggest shoegaze band out there, lol

[@maiqtheliar_]

they were pretty popular at some point but were quickly replaced by britpop, mainly by the british media

[@matkenis3013]

@@maiqtheliar_ I think we should think within a genre, not the band. Shoegaze wasn't as popular, not slowdive

[@Eeyta]

So true...long overdue

[@NadaCero]

There's something so youthful about Slowdive's music, and I love that they're able to update their style with the changing times.

[@gnussyflarkin]

I think they've improved so much. As much as I loved them back in the day, the 2017 album is my favourite thus far. Very excited for this new one and love this song. It's really great when bands get better with age. So few actually do.

[@miguelcarvalho2377]

No need to update the style tho, it was good enough already

[@osidiusemphatic]

It is youthful, isn't it? They look more like everyday parents now than even when they reunited, yet they maintain such a youthful yearning in their sound that underscores why they're such incredible artists.

[@GreenGrassOfTunnels]

Update their style? They sound the same. And I'm a big fan

[@321bytor]

Ooh, I'm 59 and I like this so am I 'youthful'?

[@luismancio4989]

Every summer is accompained by Slowdive

[@Agostoic]

It's winter on my side but they work out just fine too!

[@underoffer]

slowdive all year round bro

[@eddjoey]

a new Slowdive album is coming and we didn't have to wait 20 years for it, what a time to be alive ❤

[@dupahead2012]

Love this track and Slowdive and sooo happy they're back and seeing them at the Troxy later in the year , but you did know that they released eponymous in 2017 right!? :oP

[@eddjoey]

@@dupahead2012 of course i know, what i mean is that there won't be another 20-year gap between albums

[@ChristopherStandardTime]

i'll admit, reading that made me so damn happy... 🧡

[@dupahead2012]

​@@eddjoeyaah I get you 😋. Yes completely agree 😊.

[@Matt-og6cm]

I was lucky enough to see this live and they absolutely killed it. You could tell it meant a lot to the band to be there and they pulled a great crowd!

[@mike92574]

Same as. The crowd loved it. It was funny how at most songs you could just see people barely swaying in time with the music followed by a massive cheer when the songs finished. Legendary performance for me. Golden Hair at the end was fucking unreal as well.

[@davidcowan4942]

Yes all so inspiring. If you need a festival to discover pre Internet bands then maybe do some better research. Slowdive quite rightly have a place at the indie top table. They always have ❤

[@Matt-og6cm]

@@davidcowan4942 Who are you replying to? No one mentioned discovering them at the festival.

[@davidcowan4942]

@@Matt-og6cm I certainly wasn't talking to you so please won't you get out of my headspace

[@Matt-og6cm]

@@davidcowan4942 no problem, sorry.

[@ellienomaly]

their music still feels like the warmest hug. i love them so much. rachel's hair looks lovely!

[@cccrit]

great way to describe it

[@final_mile_music9713]

I NEVER went off Slowdive. I loved them even when the press and public moved on. The music was always timeless to me and Halstead is one of the finest songwriters of his generation. Slowdive, solo, Mojave 3. All of it.

[@Destiny93134]

I need to look for his solo stuff

[@frenchbaguetteoui]

No one who is a fan did. It's just the mainstream press that lost interest but that happens with anything that isn't trendy.

[@dpclerks09]

@@Destiny93134 A lot of it is here on yt. His album "Oh! Mighty Engine" is a great place to start, imo.

[@rokcafella]

TOTALLY -nice one! :o)

[@Destiny93134]

@@dpclerks09 brilliant thanks 😊

[@cra_55]

If you told me Slowdive was a new indie band, I'd believe you. They were way ahead of their time.

[@jaybowden2658]

That or indie hasn’t changed much since the 90s lol

[@Bdhjooooop]

@@jaybowden2658todays ‘indie’ is crying about boys and a wobbly vibrato so yeah it did change

[@derfredi7229]

Slowdive is a state of mind from their very beginning. Love them.

[@pascal30]

With this long intro, i realize how much this sounds like a new order song ! You could just imagine Peter Hook joining in on stage :)

[@KOBEKINO71]

NEWORDERISHHHHHH...

[@MightyEmperor]

He'd demand that the bass is slung lower.

[@girlballs6834]

Don't encourage him, he'd try and tour their entire back catalogue and forge their signatures on merch

[@Agostoic]

Yep!

[@user-wu8sj3ee3d]

Yeah, just like a Revenge song.

[@giselaafonso]

Slowdive live in my heart for...what?!...30 years!?! I guess that's why it's still beating. ❤

[@dradny]

Lovely.

[@syn4588]

Judging by your age it’s not got much longer

[@hansdegreef6800]

Me too. Greetz from Antwerp

[@maxmustermann-hx3fx]

Please release the extended version it is so good

[@radioleone]

Great song. And they always look so relaxed... One of the greatest British bands

[@diegomissaci8019]

Slowdive gets better and better after time. What a great band they are! Anxious for 'Everything is Alive'. Cheers from Brazil!

[@iazeemabbas]

God this was heavenly. Even after all these years Slowdive still got it. Brilliant Performance ❤

[@fahrul6663]

Lyrics❤ "kisses" Tell me, "You're the best thing" I tell you, "That's what you need" Rolling on those good looks Maybe it's just enough I know you dream of snowfields Floating high above the trees Living for the new thing Sometimes the new won't do Kisses Born desert sun Kisses Maybe there's a car there Driving away from here Taking all the ghosts, the hurt Well, everything starts anew Tell me what you need, what's right Whatever is just enough Is living with the truth, a start Maybe it's just enough Kisses Born desert sun Kisses Born desert sun Kisses Born desert sun Kisses Born desert sun Kisses Born desert sun Kisses Born desert sun Kisses Born desert sun

[@matheusmaia2]

so magic. we are blesseds for living in the same time of this band 🙏🏻

[@SamplingPercussion]

You weren't even around the first time around. Stop posing.

[@reemclaughlin4260]

Just found them today! ☮️♥️

[@matheusmaia2]

@@SamplingPercussion wol! just enjoy the music, primitive. light for you 🖖🏻

[@Brain_Juice]

Agree!

[@fripperiffic]

Slowdive has a special ability to completely transport me to a realm I want to exist in. In other words, their music = bliss.

[@davidmcgough6462]

I've listened to Slowdive since 1990 & remembering getting a fan letter from them too & very much love 'kisses' & their live performance at Glastonbury was great. The video to this track is also excellent.

[@Jack-up1sb]

it's like a band full of your cool uncles and aunts

[@RuiCosta1985]

:D :D exactly!!!

[@lorlh6927]

Such a lovely comment. I agree and can‘t stop smiling :D

[@matthewverkamp3411]

Best comment.

[@offbeat65]

No uncle or aunt is cool. If you think so, you are old yourself.

[@jeffdeitering6801]

Made me feel old in a good way. Fine wine

[@final_mile_music9713]

Best band in the world. Never sold out. Brilliant.

[@christophermaynard1902]

Never

[@nes420]

slowdive ages like good wine. more intoxicating and bittersweet the older I get. i hope they know how much they are cherished

[@silog21]

Saw them playing last night in Bogotá. Mesmerizing and beautiful everything they make!

[@runrunrun6777]

Amazing performance of a beautiful song. I love that it is still the original 5 members creating such wonderful music together.

[@ram_s_d27]

this has been on repeat since release. incredible to have a proshot!!

[@dondzikowski]

Excellent to see this band back together! The album Just For A Day will always be their Masterpiece. New stuff also great. Pure genius. Reflective music for the ages. For all eternity!

[@roro515_video]

I’ve always loved Slowdive’s albums. I had no idea they sounded even better live. Blown away!!!

[@alexj.7774]

Woooowww volvieron con algo fresco "SLOWDIVE" una increíble y espectacular banda. Saludos desde Lima, Perú!🇵🇪✌🏼

[@HeDavid.Marcano]

Contando los días para escuchar el nuevo álbum de Slowdive

[@stevenhawthorne3468]

I love Slowdive one of the best and Still listening to them all these years such Talented and so inspirational.

[@kokecastillo]

Que mejor para estos tiempos que ver a Slowdive en tan buena forma y con nuevo material.

[@winstonloh1051]

Wow what a treat to hear some beautiful new sounds from a band that meant so much to me in the late 90s. Cant wait to see them in october!

[@miguelgomes6849]

Already a classic song, timeless

[@sockpuppet1022]

Such a great timeless underrated band.

[@stephaniebedworth2470]

Words cannot describe how much I love this song.

[@deadhorseak]

They should 100% record the song to sound more like this for the album. This is so much better.

[@AlexanderK24A3]

Discrepo. Me gusta que el directo suene diferente y lo aprecio mucho pero para ponérmelo yo en casa o en el coche la versión del álbum suena perfecto, sin objeción.

[@mcbtex9917]

a dreamy and somewhat cryptic song that seems to explore the theme of seeking fulfillment in new experiences and the impact of fleeting moments ... the song starts with the singer acknowledging the affirmation of being the "best thing" to someone, yet questioning if that is truly what they need ... this ambivalent sentiment is characterized by the chorus repeating the phrase "born desert sun" multiple times, which could represent the transience and warmth of a fleeting moment ... the second verse introduces the idea of leaving behind previous struggles and "ghosts" to start anew in a car ... however, the singer questions what is truly necessary for a fresh start, and whether "living with the truth" is enough ... the song seems to acknowledge that sometimes the "new thing" or "kisses" might be enough to provide temporary satisfaction, but it is unclear whether this will truly lead to a fulfilling and lasting sense of happiness .... overall, "Kisses" seems to be an introspective exploration of the fleeting nature of happiness and the search for fulfillment in new experiences, all set to the dreamy and atmospheric soundscapes that Slowdive is known for ...

[@Americaisplastic36]

Slowdive might be my fav band of all time. That’s saying a lot too! They fill my spirit

[@shannonllewellyn7261]

What do they fill it with? Concrete?

[@Americaisplastic36]

@@shannonllewellyn7261 I can’t believe you went out of your way to type this negative comment. Have you considered therapy? Smd

[@celebrity6781]

@@shannonllewellyn7261love and warmth

[@gorillashop337]

I love your music I hope you guys come to Tampa, Fl

[@jensbondarenko9195]

There is such an excitement and hope in this song. Like exploring an unknown continent for the first time searching for peace. Great.

[@marksangster9360]

First time hearing them, now I am a fan!

[@bernlin2000]

Me too, so glad they got exposure at Glastonbury, about time, too!

[@davebatista3127]

This longer live version is 1000% better than the single.

[@rokcafella]

I like the single too -I just wish it was longer!

[@spatchko]

@@rokcafella the album version might be longer, here's to hoping

[@air9music]

@@spatchkothe album version is already on streaming apps, it's only 3:57 😢

[@thomasford6605]

Agreed. Hate it when sings fade out too early. Same with the newest track.

[@theromar]

Mi banda favorita

[@TheUndyingXII]

Tremenda canción. El nuevo disco promete.

[@Brain_Juice]

Joy Division - Cocteau Twins are two of my favourite groups Legends.... Slowdive are up there!! So glad they are alive and playing live! Awesome Band, cannot be under estimated!

[@olir0w1778]

Such a beautiful set. Alison almost had me in tears

[@MikePWheeler]

what A Gorgeous Song And Performance,,Slowdive Thankyou Xx

[@macheifach]

I saw Slowdive a twice after their last album release, what I found interesting, is how differently they interpreted their old songs. It would be so awesome, if they released an album with old songs newly recorded and interpreted.

[@davidkittmusic]

sublime. can't imagine this being any more perfect. what a band ❤

[@adamsmith307]

It’s dull

[@jayw.2872]

Sounds great!! Can’t wait to hear in Toronto on Sept 23rd!! Living Legends

[@TheDubOrange]

i wish that you will have a amazing evening with the band and hope, that they will come to berlin too!

[@kennethtedford2650]

Way better than the recorded version. Hopefully this extended version is on the album.

[@deepfocus888]

yes! agreed the original is a bit short

[@aodaodcollectables2546]

Picturing the Official video with the motorcycle playing behind them on a big screen, magical ❤

[@robertst.charles265]

Beautiful music!

[@pupisfun]

Rachel all dressed up like she’s off out with the girls & the boys dressed like their spending the afternoon sorting the shed or garage out 😂

[@v0n1b0]

People say the same thing about the members of Lady Antebellum - refuse to say Lady A

[@markcurran2865]

Another thing of beauty from this most special of bands.

[@patricktse7984]

great song, again. never disappoint me. I think they all have young at heart to make this wonderful new song.

[@christophermaynard1902]

My cat is meowing in reverb now.

[@markt5703]

😂

[@damagedparts768]

Looolll🤣🤣

[@TheDubOrange]

love it! i got into slowdive with their 1st wonderful album and i am so happy about their amazing comeback years ago, and even more happy that there will be a new album. i hope they will come to berlin to see them live. kisses is wonderful, this live version is beautiful, they are really into their music and are emotional while performing. we love you! they seem to have more fans now, also many young people, they get now, what they always deserved for their timeless bittersweet and sometimes psychedelic music. one of the most original bands, who influenced so many musicians. living legends!

[@xlovur]

had the pleasure of seeing them live three times since they reformed. A perfect band. Their live shows are consistently beautiful experiences.

[@pepvilmar1]

Son los mejores!! Precioso tema ❤

[@ronsmith8424]

Positivity love and joy - Slowdrive make me feel this always

[@jankristensen3281]

Crispy guitar sound❤

[@KeelanSymonsDSouza-xu6du]

I feel blessed that I’ve been able to see Slowdive 5 times. Been a fan since 2007 when I was 19 yo. Just an amazing band and to me I think there’s only one band better than them right now.

[@joaorolo4458]

What a sound! What a team! Amazing! Absolutely!

[@WinstonGuitar]

Thank goodness they never gave up. Each member played in other projects, regrouping first to tour, then record new music. The music world finally caught up to them.

[@The1979]

NewSong is so great & beautiful!!😊🌈✨ I've never seen them live, So i can't to see them at Fuji Rock Fes.23 in Japan this summer!!🗻🍉🎶

[@marjoriebye2771]

I simply love SLOWDIVE....🎵🎶🎹🎸🎧🎤

[@TheDubOrange]

me too❤

[@amangogna68]

Great music, amazing vocals and band !

[@MrSandManBringMeADream]

man, i feel we are so blessed for hearing new slowdive songs in 2023

[@heatherb1587]

Keep haunting my ears & making each song such an auditory hallucination, I question where the time went, you all make it such a beautiful hell, this existence.

[@Blackfintuna24]

simplicity and perfection

[@TheoreticallyNo]

It’s amazing this band has been with me since teenage days.

[@Knickerboxer]

The song is great, but absolutely inlove with the intro.

[@alesivan4489]

I wanna see this band live so bad :( I hope I can do it before it's too late

[@Boomblast57]

Was right at the front Xx and it was sublime ❤

[@franky350]

slowdive with a new song. can't beat this.

[@carlojmc1]

Larga vida a Slowdive!!!!!!

[@cainon]

4:42 LOOK! They're gazing! At their shoes!!!

[@pyaaaaaa3523]

It's amazing that they are still gazing at their shoes even after 30 years

[@averyadrian1534]

Amazing music - just discovered them a month ago… all their albums are amazing

[@garry6822]

Song of the summer for me. 🤘🏻🎧🤘🏻

[@iznardo]

omg i love them so so so much everything that comes from them is pure gold

[@theozmiester7405]

Best band in the world in my book. Can you imagine seeing them play at The Shpere in Vegas

[@marjorie4381]

Hermosa canción, espero que vuelvan a Perú ya que no tuve oportunidad de verlos la primera vez

[@simonvlasak7824]

2:50 :)) I love how he smiles…

[@naksu444]

Love how Neil always looks so emotional when singing

[@davidmooney]

Slowdive in the day time is criminal.

[@laurentdieste]

sound engineer: how much reverb do you want? slowdive: yes

[@moldyolddough1]

The sound engineer needs to be sacked! This sounds ok but the overall sound was really poor for most of their set.

[@SamplingPercussion]

@ LaurentDieste It was flat and vocals and Juno 106 was way too dry. You know nothing, new jack poser.

[@jorgepeterbarton]

sound engineer: puts zero on the vocals even though there is tons on their recording. Feel like it ruins their live sound having dry vocals imo

[@davids2254]

I like when live is different from the record. And it's nice if they feel comfortable having their vox dry. I feel it elevates them. Gives me that electronic vs rock New Order vibe

[@TheFuckingVicious]

@@jorgepeterbarton You're right. They're terrible singers, live (especially Neil). But their fragile voices are perfect for the band's concept. They just needed that excessive reverb that makes them sound so spacious and ethereal on their records.

[@jawsurgery777]

such a beautiful song.

[@dersonveloso]

this could go on forever

[@kamnaidoo221]

I fell in love with Slowdive in 1994 and nothings changed almost 3 decades later, still absolutely brilliant!

[@MarkSutphin]

Thankful that Slowdive has proven itself amongst the best bands all time!

[@drakashrakenburgproduction5369]

Thank you internet for showing us how amazing this band is!

[@steezy5960]

when i saw the music video for this song , i thought i was a younger person singing it , this music sound modern/young . cool to see theyve been in this for decades

[@gonzalezrico289]

Los mejores en su género, mágicos y envolventes.

[@Dwagginz]

I just realised what the bass and guitar reminds me of - it's The Cure's Just Like Heaven, but dreamier and softer.

[@davidellis5141]

Best Song Of 2023 ! 🎸 💋

[@zepolant]

I love them and this so much. Can’t wait to see them again in a few months!!!!

[@segervind]

That bass player is fucking brilliant keeps the song together!

[@syphiliseater]

i don't get why NOONE adressed Rick in the comments

[@tamere4676]

​@@syphiliseaterhis name is Nick and yeah he's great at what he does.

[@louisrichards3160]

The jangling guitar sounds❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jamie000]

Uggh I need their whole set.