The Slow Show

For the first time, The Slow Show will perform a concert in Düsseldorf—the city where singer Rob Goodwin has lived since 2020. For one of Britain’s most popular indie live bands, this evening is far more than just a concert: It combines music with a homecoming and puts the spotlight on a place that has long since become part of their history. At the same time, fans can look forward to the live premiere of new songs that mark the beginning of a new chapter for the band. 

The Slow Show is a band whose music is characterized by atmospheric depth, emotional openness, and a special connection with the audience. Over the years, they have developed a distinctive sound that combines quiet intensity with compelling songwriting, creating space for personal stories and profound emotions. 

A defining feature of The Slow Show is music that thrives equally on restraint and impact. The songs derive their power not from volume, but from atmosphere, meticulous arrangements, and an emotional directness that lingers long after the music ends. Between quiet passages and poignant moments, sonic spaces emerge that leave room for listeners’ own thoughts and memories. The music often derives its impact from the details, creating an intensity that relies not on gimmicks but on intimacy and focus. 

Live, the band translates this approach into concerts characterized by focus, intimacy, and a special connection between the stage and the audience. The music creates a shared space where memories, changes, and personal experiences become tangible and take on new meaning. The songs continue to evolve in the moment, constantly opening up new ways to engage with the stories they tell. 

At the New Fall Festival, this form of live performance finds a setting tailor-made for it: attentive listening, an architectural setting, and the opportunity to experience music in all its emotional depth. In the unique atmosphere of the Johanneskirche, a space is created where the quiet intensity and multi-layered soundscapes of The Slow Show come to life in a particularly striking way. 

📍 Johanneskirche

📆 Thu, Oct. 8, 2026