Turnover, WPSE, Glixen.., Well, well, well… what a night that was!

Words & photos by James Crisp | Sep 10, 2025

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Stepping into a sold-out Electric Bristol, already heaving with energy, was nothing short of electric in itself. The air buzzed with anticipation, the merch stand overflowing with long queues as fans prepared for an evening drenched in shoegazey, twinkling, indie, reverb-soaked beauty.

I’ve been to countless shows over the years, but this one felt entirely different. It wasn’t just a gig, it was more like a family reunion, a shared celebration of something truly special, and in a way, it was exactly that, the 10-year anniversary of Peripheral Vision, the landmark record from Virginia’s dream pop, shoegaze, indie legends, the mighty Turnover.

First, let’s talk about the incredible support acts because they set the tone perfectly. Opening the night were the brilliant Glixen, who wasted no time in warming up the Bristol crowd with their crunchy, melodic, effects-drenched dreamscapes. I’ll be honest, I hadn’t come across them before this show, but since that night, they’ve been on near-constant rotation for me. Their set was a masterclass in shimmering choruses, soft and ethereal vocals, and the kind of hypnotic, eyes-closed swaying that pulls you completely into the moment.

Next up was the second support act, and their story on the night was quite something. Due to some unfortunate travel complications, only the band’s instruments made it to Bristol, the rest of the members didn’t. But that didn’t stop the show. Instead, we were treated to an intimate solo performance from the one and only Wicca Phase Springs Eternal and what a performance it was. Brimming with raw emotion, heartfelt songwriting, and even flashes of humour. It felt both vulnerable and captivating. It was the perfect bridge in the evening, setting the stage beautifully for what was still to come.

And then, the moment we’d all been waiting for, the headliners took the stage. As mentioned earlier, this wasn’t just any show. Turnover were here to perform their 2015 masterpiece Peripheral Vision in full, with a few extra surprises to close out the night.

I have to say, this album holds a very special place in my heart, both musically and lyrically and judging by the sheer volume of the crowd, I wasn’t alone. From the very first note, the audience sang every single word back, often louder than the band themselves, a testament to just how deeply this record still resonates nearly a decade later.

Turnover’s performance was nothing short of flawless. Somehow, they managed to recreate the lush, dreamy textures of the album with stunning precision and if anything, it sounded even better live, which is no small feat. The atmosphere was elevated by a beautifully simple stage setup, a grand theatre-style curtain backdrop bathed in backlit lighting, giving the whole night a timeless, almost cinematic feel. Minimal in production but maximal in emotion, the music did all the talking and it spoke volumes.