Sorry Live at Trabendo Paris: Cosplay Tour Review
The London-based band Sorry performed at the Trabendo in Paris on June 18, 2026, as part of a tour supporting their fifth album, Cosplay. According to reporter Jérôme Barbarossa, the event followed the postponement of March dates due to a personal bereavement and featured a nearly 80-minute set for a predominantly young audience.
Why were the France tour dates rescheduled?
The band’s performances at the Grand Mix in Tourcoing and the Trabendo in Paris were originally slated for March. According to source reports, these dates were postponed “due to a personal bereavement.”
The rescheduled June performances coincided with a Paris heatwave, a significant shift from the rainy weather seen during the original March window. The band arrived at the Trabendo at 9:00 p.m., ten minutes after the announced stage time, according to Barbarossa.
How did the Trabendo performance unfold?
The quintet—comprised of Asha Lorenz, Louis O’Bryen, Lincoln Barrett, Campbell Baum, and Marco Pini—delivered a set focused heavily on Cosplay. The performance included tracks such as “Jetplane,” “Billy Elliot,” “Starstruck,” and “Waxming.”
Barbarossa noted that the group also played “Key To The City” and “Screaming In The Rain” from their 2022 album, Anywhere But Here. The show concluded with a three-song encore, featuring the track “Into The Dark.”
The reporter described the atmosphere as “cold,” noting that lead singer Asha Lorenz wore sunglasses for most of the set and maintained limited interaction with the crowd. The moshpit remained largely calm and “amorphous” throughout the evening.
What were the technical and reception issues?
The sound mix was a point of contention, with Barbarossa reporting that the programming and keyboards were under-mixed. This led to a “sound mush” in several passages, contrasting with the subtle arrangements found on the studio recordings.
The audience consisted largely of 20-to-30-year-olds, who reportedly made up 90% of the crowd at the 900-capacity venue. While attendees described the show as “not bad,” the consensus among those exiting the venue was that the performance felt constrained.
What may happen next for Sorry?
The band is expected to continue its run of European summer festival dates. Future performances could see adjustments to the sound mix to better balance organic instrumentation with electronic elements.
Given the reception of the Cosplay tour, the group may seek venues or conditions that mitigate extreme heat to improve stage energy. They are likely to remain a fixture in the electro-rock scene due to the success of their two most recent albums.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the members of Sorry?
The band consists of Asha Lorenz (lead vocals and guitar), Louis O’Bryen (guitar and vocals), Lincoln Barrett (drums), Campbell Baum (bass), and Marco Pini (programming and keyboards).
When was the album Cosplay released?
The album was released on November 7, 2025, via the Domino label.
What was the capacity of the Trabendo venue?
The venue has 900 places, which were nearly filled for the June 18 performance.
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