Turnover

Franklin Music Hall

November 21, 2023

Written by: Luis Vera

A youthful crowd awaited amongst Franklin Music Hall’s hallowed walls. Antsy Jitters and hushed conversations were scattered throughout as Turnover’s arrival became more and more imminent. In a moment, the room was consumed with darkness; with only the projector flashing acid washed images upon the stage, the band took the stage to the sounds of cheers arising. 

The sonic balloon bursts, the crowd sways. Slide guitar weeps, storming about the room. A restrained groovy drum beat keeps everyone grounded while their heads bob. The bass is stalwart, thundering in this perfect storm. “Tears of Change '' from their most recent record Myself in the Way, served as an apt opener for this tour. 

“Turnover has evolved and matured, they’ve balanced the dark and light in their lyric and sound.” Stated one longtime fan, “Juju”. 

As on the record, Tears bled into “Myself in the Way”, a seemingly daft-punk influenced kaleidoscope of textures. Blaring synth rolled into “Mountains made of Clouds,” that completed the opening trifecta of MitW tunes. The crowd is gripped now, the band is unbothered and unchained. The groove is slow but infectious. The drummer is unwavering, the bassist is towering and teetering in nonchalant passion.

There was a brief pause as vocalist Austin Getz announced, “We’re from Virginia Beach, but we love Philly.” Guitars tuned, and harmonized on the intro to old favorite “New Scream.” The crowd rises in response to a Peripheral Vision favorite. Dancing, people point as they call back lyrics. 

A kerosene-colored ocean projected onto the band as the surfy vibe continues through this chunk of 2016-2017 Turnover era tunes. A dedication to fellow opening band “Soretooth” who unfortunately could not make the show. 

“Here’s a deep cut.” Austin calls out before the band goes into “Diazepam” and “Hello Euphoria”, more fan favorites. 

As the night came to a close, the band revved into closer “Take my head” which sent the front center into a mosh pit. Limbs flail as the atoms of concertgoers clash together.  With a peace sign and a sigh as the band simmers out, roaring goodbyes for this edition of Turnover in the city of Brotherly love assured the crowd’s need for a swift return.

Make sure to check out the rest of the Turnover pictures in the Photo Gallery below.