Gig: Chelsea Wolfe @ Marble Factory, Bristol
Chelsea Wolfe by Martyna Bannister
Chelsea Wolfe delivered an evening of darkly enchanting music at Bristol’s Marble Factory on 2 November, drawing an audience into her uniquely shadowy sonic world. Supported by Mary Jane Dunphe, whose avant-garde approach laid a surreal foundation for the night, Wolfe's performance proved to be an intricate, immersive experience that resonated with the eager crowd.
Photographer Martyna Bannister captured the intensity and emotion of this unforgettable night through their captivating visuals, preserving the essence of Wolfe's performance for all to cherish.
Mary Jane Dunphe
Mary Jane Dunphe's earlier performance primed the audience with her bold vocal approach and abstract rhythms, adding a unique prelude to the main act. This contrast between Dunphe’s experimental flair and Wolfe’s controlled intensity brought a nuanced feel to the evening.
Chelsea Wolfe
Taking the stage amid a shroud of dim lights and ambient tones, Chelsea Wolfe opened with "Whispers in the Echo Chamber" and plunging the audience straight into her hauntingly immersive soundscape. Wolfe’s blend of dense, pulsing instrumentation and textured vocals set the tone early, weaving through tracks like “Everything Turns Blue” and “House of Self-Undoing.” Her voice seemed to linger over the crowd, creating a layered and hypnotic effect that was both intimate and intense.
A standout moment came during “Tunnel Lights,” where Wolfe slipped in a brief but unforgettable nod to “Zombie” by The Cranberries, a touch that rippled through the crowd. The night rolled on with charged energy, as Wolfe unleashed powerful performances of “16 Psyche” and “After the Fall.” Tracks like “The Mother Road” and “Flatlands” showcased her ability to shift the mood effortlessly, balancing between moments of raw vulnerability and heavier, intense instrumentation. The audience was fully captivated, riding the ebb and flow of Wolfe’s shifting intensity.
For the encore, “Carrion Flowers” delivered a final wave of Wolfe’s dark magic, leaving a quiet intensity that lingered as the show came to an end. Photographer Martyna Bannister captured these moments with keen insight, preserving the visual essence of the performance.
