Florence + the Machine Deliver a Transcendent Night at Ascend Amphitheater
Ascend Amphitheater — Nashville, TN | October 9, 2015
Florence + the Machine delivered a sweeping, emotionally charged performance at Ascend Amphitheater on October 9, 2015, transforming the downtown riverfront into a shared, almost spiritual experience. Framed by dramatic lighting and an attentive crowd, the band leaned into atmosphere and release, allowing songs to build patiently before cresting into full catharsis.
The strongest reactions came during defining favorites like “Dog Days Are Over,” “Shake It Out,” “Cosmic Love,”and “What Kind of Man,” each carried by Florence Welch’s commanding vocals and kinetic stage presence. Moving freely across the stage, Welch delivered performances that felt physical and emotional in equal measure, while the band behind her maintained a dynamic balance between restraint and explosive lift.
Additional selections included Ship to Wreck, Rabbit Heart (Raise It Up), Spectrum, Howl, and You’ve Got the Love, rounding out a set that blended early material with then-current work while maintaining a cohesive emotional arc.
The Nashville stop underscored Florence + the Machine’s strength as a live act—dramatic without excess, powerful without force, and capable of turning a large outdoor venue into an intimate, collective moment.
Band Lineup
Florence Welch — Vocals
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florenceIsabella Summers — Keyboards
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabellasummersRob Ackroyd — Guitar
Tom Monger — Harp
Mark Saunders — Bass
Chris Hayden — Drums
