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Wolf Alice's Tender Side Shines for Teenage Cancer Trust
31 Mar
Summary
- Teenagers shared emotional stories before the music began.
- Wolf Alice performed rare songs and an unreleased track.
- The concert supported the vital Teenage Cancer Trust charity.
Wolf Alice brought the 2026 Teenage Cancer Trust concert series to a poignant close at London's Royal Albert Hall. The evening commenced with powerful testimonies from teenagers affected by cancer, setting an emotionally resonant tone. Notably, one teenager, Verity, shared her story and led the audience in a birthday song, creating a memorable communal moment.
Transitioning to the musical portion, Wolf Alice surprised fans by performing "Heavenward" for the first time since 2019 and "Swallowtail" for the first time since 2016. They also debuted an unreleased track, "Gospel Oak." The band opted for a more subdued setlist, emphasizing their tender, vulnerable side over their typically aggressive anthems, which suited the delicate atmosphere of the event.
The band's performance included shimmering tracks like "Midnight Song" and emotionally resonant pieces such as "How Can I Make It OK." They concluded the night with a strong finish, performing "Bloom Baby Bloom," "The Last Man on Earth," and "Don't Delete the Kisses," providing a heartwarming crescendo. The Teenage Cancer Trust gigs, curated by Robert Smith, ran from March 23-29.
