Filmed live in the KEXP radio studios in Seattle on February 18, 2014, this session gathers the Boston alternative-rock pioneers for a four-song live concert. Touring again after the reissue of their EPs, Pixies deliver a set that bridges their historic catalogue and newer material: “Snakes,” the “In Heaven / Andro Queen” segue, “Green and Blues” and the Doolittle classic “Monkey Gone to Heaven.” Hosted by Cheryl Waters, the performance captures the abrasive yet melodic sound that made the band a landmark of 1980s and 1990s rock, from Joey Santiago’s cutting guitar lines to the loud-quiet dynamics Black Francis helped define. Stripped-down and studio-close, this full concert is a valuable document of the Pixies’ live energy in 2014. An essential live recording for fans of alternative rock and the American indie scene, and a concise entry point into the band’s enduring influence on guitar music worldwide.
Setlist
- Snakes
- In Heaven / Andro Queen
- Green and Blues
- Monkey Gone to Heaven
