Glixen, Applefield & Eighth House Bring Alt Grit and Heavy Tones to New Brookland Tavern

Glixen at New Brooklyn Tavern, June

21 2025 @SAUCEWITHSPOONS

Three bands took the stage at New Brookland Tavern on Tuesday night, each bringing their own take on indie, alt-rock, and metal, creating a lineup that felt fresh, dynamic, and cohesive.

applefield

The night opened with a set from applefield, a band out of Durham, NC. Their sound leaned into catchy alt/indie rock with just enough edge to keep things interesting. They played a clean, confident set, and their stage presence had a laid-back charm that fit the room. You could tell they were enjoying themselves, and it made them easy to watch. Their energy was upbeat without being over the top and it was a strong start to the night.

Eighth House 

Next up was Eighth House from Columbia who shifted the mood with a darker, more somber sound. Their set felt heavier and more introspective, mixing metal influences with slower, layered arrangements. They didn’t move around much on stage, but their intensity came through in the music itself. It was a more laid back kind of performance, but it held the crowd’s attention and added a nice contrast to the lineup.

Glixen

Glixen closed out the night with an intimate but solid set, blending dreamy alt/indie tones with heavy, gritty guitar work. The crowd was small, but the band didn’t hold back. They moved through songs like “Forever Soon,” “Sugarcube,” “Syndicate,” and “Lick the Star” with a clear sense of on-stage chemistry. Their sound was loud, immersive, and confident, striking a nice balance between melodic and heavy without trying too hard to be either.

They had a natural stage presence and weren't overly performative, just clearly comfortable with each other and the music. The energy stayed pretty chill overall, the crowd was into it, nodding along and soaking it in. Afterward, the band stuck around to talk and hang out, which added to the laid back, down to earth feel of the whole night.

It wasn’t a big or rowdy show, but it didn’t need to be. The bands played well, the vibe was relaxed, and everyone there seemed glad they came. Sometimes small shows are the best ones, no pressure, just good music and vibes.

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All words & photos by Abby Hunsinger

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