Deerhunter's Bradford Cox Returns to Stage with Atlas Sound at Making Time Festival
Bradford Cox will perform with Atlas Sound at the Making Time ∞ festival in Philadelphia from September 18-20. This marks his first show in seven years, aside from a 2023 noise set. The performance is scheduled for Sunday at 4:30 p.m.
The Making Time ∞ festival, taking place at Fort Mifflin in Philadelphia from September 18-20, will host Cox's Atlas Sound project on Sunday afternoon. This performance breaks a prolonged public absence, with only a brief, impromptu noise set at a Georgia vintage market in 2023 occurring since his last major appearances.
Both Deerhunter and Atlas Sound have remained inactive since 2019, a year that included a Deerhunter album release, a single Atlas Sound set at Desert Daze, and Cox's runway walk for Gucci. No information regarding his recent creative work or future touring plans has been disclosed.
This return could significantly energize the indie and experimental music communities, drawing long-time fans to Philadelphia and potentially boosting festival attendance. Cox's reappearance may also signal a broader revival of his projects, influencing the touring landscape for similar artists. Furthermore, it could reignite public discourse around Deerhunter's legacy, potentially leading to renewed interest in their discography and shaping the cultural narrative around reclusive musicians returning to the stage.