Carlswerk Victoria, Cologne, Germany12th February 2025
Archive - “Classic Albums Live”
Two days, four albums: that’s the concept with which British band ARCHIVE will kick off early next year at Berlin’s Tempodrom and at Carlswerk Victoria in Cologne. Led by core members Darius Keeler and Danny Griffiths, the group is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year (with some breaks along the way). Over three decades, the Brits have continuously evolved from their early Trip-Hop sound to a broader Space-Rock identity. Known for their conceptual albums, ARCHIVE consistently bring fresh, innovative ideas to life, often drawing on a rotating lineup of band members that contributes to their impressive musical output.
On their last visit to Germany, rather than having a traditional support act, ARCHIVE introduced audiences to a black-and-white film of their own, setting the mood before their performance. Now, with four of their 15+ albums, EPs, compilations, soundtracks, and remix works, the rock band returns to Berlin and Cologne this coming February. The journey begins with ‘You All Look The Same To Me’, the band’s third album from 2002. This Art-Rock work features ten tracks with a substantial electronic influence. Despite the title, each song stands distinctly on its own. Also on the first night, the band will perform ‘Noise’ from 2004, picking up exactly where ‘You All Look The Same To Me’ left off two years earlier.
The second evening will be dedicated to the two ‘Controlling Crowds’ albums from 2009, which push experimental boundaries across a wide stylistic spectrum. Here, ARCHIVE’s Trip-Hop roots are acknowledged but are sometimes intentionally set aside, with contributions from 13 musicians involved in this ambitious project. This event offers long-time ARCHIVE fans the chance to dive back into the band’s early discography and explore the evolution of this ever-changing group. And for those familiar with ARCHIVE, it’s likely that this trip down memory lane won’t be the only unique feature of the Germany tour.
Additional Concert Info
Doors: 19:20
Start: 20:00
Tickets: are available starting at 47.45 euros (+ charges pre-sale) via Eventim
Info: https://prime-entertainment.de/aktuelles/archive-3/
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