Kiss From a Siren
14 November 2025
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A couple of days before the true Spring Equinox, Florence Rose and her troupe of artists took to the George Tavern’s historied stage. It was a night for those who grew up on Florence & the Machine and Stevie Nicks, equally as encapsulated by their flowing dresses and their haunting vocals.
Mads Jensen, a newcomer to the London music scene, opened the show immediately setting the tone. With her long hair, lace skirts and bare feet, it was difficult not to picture her as a medieval bard. The instrumentation was impressive, the violin in particular, and it was a surprise to learn that this wasn’t her usual band. She spoke about her fascination with religious texts and the impact they’ve had on her music, providing depth to her already impressive lyricism.
The mysterious duo eternally yours followed with their first ever live performance. One song expressed their desire to be somewhere else, the opposite of how everyone in the room appeared to be feeling. They enchanted the crowd with gorgeous harmonies, leaving them wanting more – which hopefully is soon to come.
Qazi and Qazi could give anyone a lesson in how to captivate an audience; their echoing vocals were reminiscent of Snow White singing to the birds in the Disney classic. They both began and ended their set unaccompanied, a testament to the power of their voices. With a sweet little singalong in the middle and delicate hand choreography throughout, they were magical to watch.
And finally Florence Rose took to the stage. Likely feeling the relief of a successful event, she gracefully launched into her set. Her performance tied a bow around what was already a dazzling night, managing to combine elements of all the previous artists as well as bringing her own unique touch. She could be likened to Adrienne Lenker, Joan Baez, or any other female singer who manages to find strength in their softness. It was beautiful.
Florence also brought together an amazing collective of creatives who deserve credit: Jennifer Tett (@jennifer_l_h_tett) and Charlee (@unadored) managed to create an immersive fairy grove inside the classic London venue with flowers and vines strewn across the stage while various artists hung back pressed against the bar sketching the night’s events.
It was an enchanting event, something you’d imagine would take lace inside a fairy circle. A testament to embracing the beauty of being gentle. We can only hope this becomes a tradition.
