Hollow Coves Kick Off ‘Nothing to Lose’ Tour at Union Stage

They continued into "Letting Go'' and "Purple" which introduced a cloud of dreamy nostalgia. The vibrant crowd chuckled again at the Aussie-accented request for them to "have a bit of a boogie" as if they needed encouragement to slide into the inevitable. Henderson added "hopefully we can make a moment tonight that will last forever"  before bleeding into the fan favorite "Moments," creating an atmosphere of joy and connection that truly made the night unforgettable. Breathless from yelling “make these moments last,” the audience’s excitement catapulted further upon hearing “hey, it’s time to light a fire in this place” signaling their YOLO manifesto, “Harder to Fake It.”

Shifting into an acoustic interlude, Carin and Henderson recognized the beauty and simplicity of the past all while having our gaze pointed to a future bursting with actualized dreams. Starting with "Let's Go," an invitation to see life as having no bounds or limitations and following with "Evermore," their poignant lyrics and gentle melodies illuminated the profound connections created through Hollow Coves songs for both the performers and the audience. The acoustic segment concluded with "See You Soon," an ode to the inevitable phenomenon of relationships changing with time and distance. It’s a gentle nudge to value the ever-fleeting present, as today’s moments will be tomorrow’s cherished memories.

Upon reuniting with the full band, Hollow Coves ignited the room with "Photographs," which speaks to the importance of documenting our lives. “This is how we always remember/ this is how we never forget” flips the selfie narrative by painting our pic-or-it-didn’t-happen culture as savory admiration rather than distraction, in turn giving permission to shamelessly snap away. This mindset is surely a product of the band’s mission of blending creation and appreciation into unique, relatable art. They continued this theme of wide-eyed discovery with "The Open Road," "Blessings," and "Anew."

After a quick tease, Hollow Coves returned to the stage for a memorable encore of "Coastline" and "Milk & Honey," bringing their journey full circle.  Their performance encapsulated countless journeys like streams branching off a spring. The set was rich with songs from their most recent album and sprinkled with tracks from their entire discography, showcasing Hollow Coves' evolution all while guiding the audience through their own, whether they were longtime followers or first-time listeners.

Hollow Coves’ setlist preached that we can’t and shouldn’t hide from our past; our experiences are as permanent and necessary as the ground upon which we stand. That night the audience witnessed a recollection of their upward spiral: from the "Drifting" (EP, 2014) feeling of the band's early days, to being overwhelmed with "Wanderlust" (EP, 2017) as they took their songs on the road.  They learned to embrace life’s most simple “Moments” (Album, 2019) while recognizing the “Blessings” (EP, 2021) every step of the way.

The night told the tale of how the earlier Hollow Coves works, born from wildly different but equally charming seasons, brought the artists to their recent album "Nothing to Lose," a bold and fearless embrace of life's uncertainties. The band’s evolutionary journey speaks to the power of naming your dreams and daring to pursue them, encouraging listeners to take risks and live fully.

Long after the stage lights dimmed and the tick of the house lights signaled the closing of tabs, conversations lingered with laughter around the still-buzzing room. Friends bounced in and out of each other's arms excited and inspired. One man credited his decision to leave a life in Academia to pursue his passion of becoming an artist after he first heard "Harder To Fake It," solidifying the notion that music truly does change lives. 

From the heartfelt opener to the energetic encore, Hollow Coves was met with intensity and adoration from their tribe. Hollow Coves' signature blend of lyrical depth and melodic beauty stood as a testament to the enduring magic of shared musical moments.

Hollow Coves, who has partnered with the National Parks Foundation, are donating a portion of each ticket sold to help preserve the parks' natural beauty. They were able to celebrate World Environment Day (June 5) and World Ocean Day (June 8) by visiting and performing at Rock Creek Park in the District and Independence Park in Philly. The band will continue to raise additional awareness by making stops at parks across the country, including Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Badlands National Park, Zion National Park. All while blasting their new song "On The Way,"  which was inspired by getting lost in national parks on tour and serves as an ode to "venturing the great unknown."