Sea Power are my favourite 21st Century band. St Laurence Church, Reading, was a great venue. When I booked, I assumed it would be a seated gig (SP fans aren't getting any younger). Nor are the band - maybe this is why they're seen in silhouette for much of the evening. Great rousing music and an obligatory crowd surf at the end.
Posted by Richard M on 24/10/2026
Sea Power , Saint Laurence Church, Reading - 23rd October 2026
Sea Power, formerly known as British Sea Power, are a celebrated UK band renowned for their sweeping, cinematic sound and evocative lyrics. Emerging in the early 2000s with their debut album The Decline of British Sea Power (2003), the band quickly gained critical acclaim for tracks like "Carrion" and their unique blend of indie rock and post-punk influences. Their Mercury Prize-nominated album Do You Like Rock Music? (2008) solidified their reputation, featuring anthemic songs such as "Waving Flags." In 2022, the band adopted their streamlined name, releasing the album Everything Was Forever, which showcases their enduring creativity and emotional depth.
Sea Power are renowned for their dynamic live shows, often staged in unconventional venues, from the Natural History Museum to cliff tops in Cornwall. They’ve also made memorable appearances at major UK festivals like Glastonbury and Latitude, and they’re celebrated for scoring the BAFTA-winning soundtrack for the video game Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture (2015). With a career spanning two decades, Sea Power continue to inspire with their rich, atmospheric sound and their deep connection to nature and history.