This September, the US welcomed Filipina-British singer-songwriter, Beatrice (Bea) Laus, to its most renowned stages as she further cemented her name in the world of alternative rock. Professionally known as Beabadoobee, Bea began her tour with band members Eliana Sewell, Louis Semlekan-Faith, and Jacob Bugden on September 8th at the Met Philadelphia, and concluded on September 28th at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles.
The show opens with Keni Titus, an up-and-coming alternative indie singer-songwriter. “think i got a bad idea” by Keni Titus kicks off the show, highlighting the soft rock and indie pop elements embedded throughout the track. Followed by a few more records of her own, a quick intermission ensues for audience members to purchase merchandise or food. Hovvdy (pronounced howdy), a band from Texas, closes off the opening of the show, playing several tracks such as “Forever,” “Around Again,” “Blindsided,” “Junior Day League,” “I Never Wanna Make You Sad,” “Make Ya Proud,” “Jean,” and “True Love.” Largely selected from their fifth album, Hovvdy’s music carries notes of rootsy bedroom pop and station wagon country.
Pushing the envelope between ‘90s soft rock nostalgia and modern indie sounds, Beabadoobee takes up dreamy, retro shades that perfectly set the tone of her third studio album, This Is How Tomorrow Moves. The stage setup itself was minimal, yet poignant; grand lights striking like lightning bolts complimented the elaborate electric guitar riffs, 35-foot silhouette illuminations projected on the furthermost curtain, and even a set-revealing curtain drop during the song “Beaches” characterized the ethereal, grunge-like atmosphere. Summer Najib (11) comments, “An integral aspect of concerts are the set designs because it can either make or break the vibe.” Styled in ’90s-inspired fashion through a series of patterned halter dresses, chunky boots, fishnet stockings, and oversized vintage sweaters, it’s safe to bank on the fact that Beabadoobee and her supporters alike didn’t disappoint in terms of fashion, thrusting the tour’s themes of nostalgia into further overdrive.
The setlist leaned greatly into “This Is How Tomorrow Moves,” as well as fan favorites from previous albums. The setlist is as follows:
- California
- Talk
- 10:36
- Charlie Brown
- Post
- Take A Bite
- Sunny day
- Ever seen
- the perfect pair
- Glue Song
- Coffee
- Girl Song
- One Time
- Beaches
- Care
- Together
- She Plays Bass
- Cologne
- the way things go
- Real Man
- See you Soon
- Coming Home
With the beginning of the soft alternative rock interludes into mellow acoustic, Beabadoobee was supported by her bandmates, meshing her vocals with heavy guitar riffs and pounding drums. The US leg of Beabadoobee’s “This Is How Tomorrow Moves Tour” has been more than just a concert series; rather, it celebrates her artistic growth and connection with her audience. As she moves to the European leg of the tour, fans are eager to wait for whatever she has next in store.
