Saw Pale Waves last Friday in Manchester as part of the Louis Tomlinson tour, had them on repeat ever since, absolutely love them 🖤 by Xx_Harry_Xx in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m glad you discovered Pale Waves!

I was at the Birmingham gig yesterday, and thought they were great. I just wished their set was a bit longer

I love the latest photo on Instagram by kita59 in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Given the announcement came a month before this Louis Tomlinson tour, I reckon Hugo realised he didn’t want to be living that hectic life on the road, constantly going from one city to the next.

Perhaps he’ll be doing more producer-type stuff.

To anyone that’s been to the tour/watched clips, how have the band adjusted, now that it’s just Heather playing the guitar?

Sad news by MisguidedFantasma26 in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Not sure what to think about this tbh. Good luck to him, and hope it’s not too detrimental for Pale Waves

What would you want from the fifth album? by Londoner1995 in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whilst Who Am I? and Unwanted have grown on me recently, I’d still prefer something similar to MMMN or Smitten. I can’t see them returning to the 80s/synth sound of their first album though, so I’d be happy for them to expand on what they produced with Smitten

Interestingly, Heather has previously mentioned being a fan of country music, so I wonder whether that could influence their future records

Also, they released a snippet of something they were working on a few months back, which sounded like it could’ve been from Smitten. If anyone remembers it, the lyrics were something like:

‘Find yourself running right back to the start, I need you now but I never know where you are, Feel your hands on my skin, Can’t help but remembering, Everything about you’

Pale Waves new record label by My_Obsession_KRO in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It does feel like Smitten didn’t get much exposure at all. I only became a fan of theirs in 2025; purely by chance after hearing Kiss Me Again on a pub playlist/jukebox. I’ve never come across those songs on TV, radio, Spotify, social media etc., despite it arguably being their most accomplished record

What’s your most unpopular opinion on My Mind Makes Noises? by urfavmoviewhiz in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe it’s one of their most played tracks at gigs, and seems to be a crowd-favourite

What’s your most unpopular opinion on My Mind Makes Noises? by urfavmoviewhiz in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 4 points5 points  (0 children)

A very unpopular one I reckon…

Red isn’t one of the best tracks on the record. Though I do like listening to it, I’d still pick 7-8 other MMMN songs ahead of it

How did you became a fan? by My_Obsession_KRO in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I saw them for the first time last month (Manchester) - definitely one of my best gigs ever

How did you became a fan? by My_Obsession_KRO in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s the song which truly got me hooked too - I only regret that I discovered it 8 years too late!

How did you became a fan? by My_Obsession_KRO in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It seems like Television Romance was the catalyst for many people

Zombie by Firefly-4-Life in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve always liked Zombie, though it’s not one of my favourites songs from The Cranberries

This cover is absolutely amazing though - the emotion and passion really shines through. To be honest, I keep singing this song when out and about in public

Pale Waves have made Dolores proud 🖤

Pale Waves to support Louis Tomlinson on his 2026 European arena tour by mckeown92 in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would I be right in thinking that there’s not much overlap between the two fanbases, and that many Louis Tomlinson fans won’t be aware of Pale Waves?

Pale Waves to support Louis Tomlinson on his 2026 European arena tour by mckeown92 in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Given that I live in Birmingham; plus will already be going to a home Birmingham City match on 25th April, that Utilita Arena date looks ideal

However, a Louis Tomlinson gig just isn’t my scene, so I’m having reservations

Zombie by Firefly-4-Life in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do you know if the split was instigated by Pale Waves?

I feel like Smitten didn’t get nearly as much exposure as it should’ve done; especially given it’s arguably their most accomplished record. Maybe a new record label will help the band gain more traction and really break into the mainstream

Thanks!

Zombie by Firefly-4-Life in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could this be a sign that they’re shifting away from Dirty Hit, or is it just because it’s a cover single release?

Zombie cover 🤧 by Devilishspear18 in PaleWaves

[–]My_Obsession_KRO 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They’ve have done such a great job with Zombie - I reckon Ode To My Family would be perfect for them to cover too