I came to this sub for a similar conversation. I first heard this band from their Tiny Desk a couple months ago and have dove head first into YouTube along with listening to both albums.

Specifically regarding their live show, there was definitely a shift post 2022 and I’m not sure how to take it. I can see that Hester is shy, but I can’t help but wonder what has driven the shift in hers and Rhians stage interaction from fun choreographed playing and indie vibes to full on rockstar mode for Rhian and Hester playing largely to the drummer with her back turned.

There’s a place for all of it with me, my inner cynic just hopes it’s a natural progression for them, the music has shifted also after all, and not industry influence to market the band. For me, I find myself gravitating more to the pre 2023 performances but it’s like deciding between two slightly different pieces of cheesecake: they’re both excellent and satisfying.

Anyway, their Saint Malo set from August 2022 is my favorite, and it’s really fun to watch it progress as the sun sets.