Tennis brought a wave of warmth and emotion to White Oak Music Hall’s downstairs stage on their farewell tour in support of Face Down in the Garden, their final album before an indefinite hiatus. The packed venue carried a quiet anticipation as fans gathered to celebrate the band’s 15-year run, knowing this would be one of their last chances to experience the husband-and-wife duo’s glittery, retro-tinged pop live. Alaina Moore’s vocals were as luminous as ever, floating effortlessly over Patrick Riley’s lush instrumentation. Together, they moved through a set that honored their full discography while letting their latest work take a final bow.
The performance felt like a love letter to longtime listeners, with standouts like “Ladies Don’t Play Guitar” and “Runner” drawing enthusiastic cheers, while newer songs like “Weight of Desire” and “I Can Only Describe You” showcased the band’s continued evolution. There was a quiet weight to the night, but it never overshadowed the joy of the music. Tennis may be stepping away for now, but the shimmer they’ve left behind feels like it’ll linger for a long time.
Setlist:
- I’ll Haunt You
- Ladies Don’t Play Guitar
- Always the Same
- Runner
- Matrimony
- One Night With the Valet
- My Emotions Are Blinding
- It All Feels the Same
- Weight of Desire
- Hotel Valet
- No Exit
- Glorietta / Pillow for a Cloud
- I Can Only Describe You
- In the Morning I’ll Be Better
- Diamond Rings
- How to Forgive
- Need Your Love
Encore:
- Pollen Song
- 12 Blown Tires
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