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Pulp Celebrate Rough Trade's 50th Anniversary with Orchestral Performance of New Album 'More'
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2026-07-20 04:19   Music   10

Pulp Celebrate Rough Trade's 50th Anniversary with Orchestral Performance of New Album 'More'

Pulp delivered a special orchestral performance of their latest album ‘More’ during the 50th anniversary celebrations of their iconic label Rough Trade at London’s Royal Festival Hall.

The Sheffield indie legends, joined by the Elysium Collective, performed the full album alongside deep cuts, fan favourites, and a surprise ABBA cover.

Frontman Jarvis Cocker provided insightful commentary on each track, sharing stories behind songs like ‘Spike Island’ and ‘Grown Ups,’ while also paying tribute to late bassist Steve Mackey with a b-side titled ‘Open Strings.’ The concert featured powerful renditions of political anthems such as ‘Begging For Change’ and the long-awaited return of ‘Wickerman’ since 2011.Cocker also highlighted the band’s journey to Iceland, where they dedicated a tie belonging to Mackey to a mountain rock in his memory.The setlist included classics like ‘This Is Hardcore’ and the tender closer ‘Something Changed,’ showcasing Pulp’s enduring legacy.The event marked the culmination of their 2026 summer tour, with upcoming shows at major festivals including All Together Now and End Of The Road.

Full reading at NME

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