Freak Slug at The Independent

Freak Slug, the moniker of Manchester's Xenya Genovese, brings her dreamy yet grungy indie rock to The Independent. Her music, influenced by '90s cult heroes like Ride and Mazzy Star, blends nostalgic melodies with raw self-expression. Attendees can expect a set that moves from summery, happy sounds to the more experimental depths of her debut album I Blow Out Big Candles, which explores themes of spirituality and primal energy.

Originally a visual artist, Genovese's pivot to music was a surprise even to herself. After a turning point in Barcelona, she embraced the Freak Slug persona wholeheartedly. Her live shows capture the same playful, spontaneous energy that defines her recordings, from viral hits like 'Radio' to intimate, fuzzed-out tracks. A night with Freak Slug is a dive into authentic, unfiltered artistry.