It is not every day you see a band from a somewhat underrated genre fill a venue with a capacity of 10,250. But Alexandra Palace did just that for one of the most beloved Deathcore bands right now. Finally, Lorna Shore are getting the recognition they deserve.
Lorna Shore
Alexandra Palace – 8 February 2026
Words: Carol Giannattasio
Photography: Antonio Giannattasio
With the release of their latest album, I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me (12 September 2025), Lorna Shore returned to the UK on their European tour, performing in one of the country’s most iconic venues.
The night started with Total Eclipse Of The Heart (Bonnie Tyler), building anticipation as the crowd sang along in unison while eyes remained fixed on the curtain with the band’s logo covering the stage. That very curtain dropped the moment Lorna Shore stepped onto the Alexandra Palace stage, ready to dominate the night.
Oblivion opened the show, setting the tone for a setlist that, though perhaps short, was packed with emotion and highs and lows. The band filled the room with brutal energy and a theatrical atmosphere, while lights, pyro and effects made the experience unforgettable.
New tracks like Unbreakable, War Machine, and Prison Of Flesh blended seamlessly with fan favourites such as Cursed To Die and Sun//Eater, with guest appearances from their photographer Nick Chance, also the vocalist and bassist of the Death Metal band Beautiful Child Of God.
Lorna Shore live was a truly mystical experience.
Finally witnessing Will Ramos’ insane vocals was absolutely mind-blowing. He once again proved why he is considered one of the most powerful voices in modern Metal, effortlessly moving from guttural screams to almost melodic lines while maintaining energy and control throughout.
The moment we had all been waiting for, and one that made us feel incredibly vulnerable, arrived when the first notes of Glenwood echoed through Ally Pally. Glenwood is one of those tracks that showcases the band’s most emotional and introspective side. Unlike their more aggressive songs, it builds tension gradually until it explodes into an intense, heartfelt chorus.
This is a song about memory and loss, more human and intimate than the extreme sonic impact the band is known for, designed to resonate with themes of identity, family and the passage of time.
Will took a moment to reflect on how far Lorna Shore have come, from playing small venues years ago to now filling a massive hall like Alexandra Palace.
Ramos even shared a funny story about how, during his last visit, he suffered food poisoning and this time he was battling the flu. But despite being unwell, he delivered an amazing, unforgettable performance.
We were lucky enough to experience the Pain Remains trilogy live. Dancing Like Flames, After All I’ve Done: I’ll Disappear, and In A Sea Of Fire closed the main set before the encore.
Will had jokingly told the audience that these would be the last songs of the night, making it all the more cheeky to leave us wanting more. Each of these songs is almost poetic, tackling deep themes like love, loss, pain, acceptance and anger.
The lyrics, combined with the music, drew fans into a profoundly human emotional spectrum, creating an almost therapeutic experience as I watched people around me hug, cry and recall.
Of course, Lorna Shore could not leave the stage without going out with fire. Literally.
To The Hellfire brought the night to a climactic finish, with a voice still unbelievable yet absolutely stunning. The screams, especially the pig squeals at the end, sent chills down everyone’s spines.
This entire set was a full-blown experience, a rollercoaster of emotion, intensity and pure energy. But chills is the perfect word to sum up this eveningwith Lorna Shore.
