Lana Del Rey’s recent performance left many fans disappointed as a series of setbacks plagued her show. The 39-year-old singer faced criticism after arriving 15 minutes late to the stage, which initially put the audience in a sour mood. Her setlist, which included songs like “Arcadia,” “Without You,” and “West Coast” from her 2019 album Norman F***** Rockwell*, seemed to struggle against the overpowering techno beats from a nearby stage, causing further frustration among her fans.
A source from the event mentioned that although Lana looked stunning and the stage had a captivating castle-themed setup, the audience could barely hear her. “The base from the other stage drowned her out,” the source explained. At one point, Lana even asked the crowd, “Can you hear me over that techno?” This prompted chants of “turn it up” from her fans, who were growing increasingly agitated with the sound issues.
Lana thanking the audience last night at Rock-en-Seine (Paris) pic.twitter.com/aYXDSuXnKz
— Lana Del Rey’s Bartender (@LDRbartender) August 22, 2024
By the fourth song, many attendees began to leave, finding her set unengaging and not fitting the festival atmosphere. The insider described the performance as “depressing,” noting that at one point, Lana laid down on the stage, making herself invisible to much of the audience.
Adding to the frustration, fans had already waited over an hour for her set to begin, only to be met with a performance that didn’t match the energy expected for a festival. The insider summed up the crowd’s sentiment: “They were really looking forward to seeing her, but she needed to sing something more upbeat as the crowd was unfortunately not vibing.”
🎵 “Venice Bitch” and “Looking for America” by Lana Del Rey are included in Kendall Jenner’s Apple Music playlist. pic.twitter.com/PAfTk5Rj5F
— ROB CRAVE (@ROBCRAVEE) August 25, 2024
Despite her talent and past success, this performance was marred by technical difficulties and a setlist that didn’t resonate with the festival-goers, leading to a less-than-ideal reception.
Key Points:
i. Late Arrival: Lana Del Rey arrived 15 minutes late for her performance, setting a negative tone among her audience.
ii. Sound Issues: Overlapping techno music from a nearby stage drowned out her performance, frustrating fans who struggled to hear her sing.
iii. Audience Discontent: Many in the crowd were dissatisfied with the quiet sound and the melancholic tone of her songs, prompting some to leave after just four tracks.
iv. Low Energy Set: Lana’s choice to lie down on stage and perform slower, moodier songs didn’t match the festival’s high-energy vibe, leading to further audience disconnect.
v. Expectation vs. Reality: Despite high anticipation and a long wait, Lana’s set failed to deliver the upbeat energy that the festival crowd desired.
Fallon Jacobson – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News