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Florence + The Machine Give Debut Album “Lungs” An Orchestral Twist at One-Off London Show

Backed by a full orchestra, Florence Welch performed her 2009 debut album as part of this year's BBC Proms at London's Royal Albert Hall.

But in recent years, pop and rock acts have risen to the challenge to be a part of the programming, with Sam Smith taking on a performance backed by the BBC Orchestra earlier this summer. Last night (Sep 11), Florence + The Machine played their 2009 debut Lungs in full for their first – and only – live performance in 2024, backed by conductor Jules Buckley and his orchestra. Fan favorites including “Dog Days Are Over”, “Kiss With A Fist” and “Rabbit Heart (Raise It Up)” were all performed, fusing elements of the string section and her own band expertly.

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