Vampire Weekend Lights Up ‘SNL’ with Nostalgic Yet Fresh Performances

The band’s return to the iconic show featured tracks from their latest album, blending new sounds with a nod to their roots.

Overview

Vampire Weekend performed ‘Gen-X Cops’ and ‘Capricorn’ on SNL, their first appearance in 11 years.
The performances included unique arrangements, with a piano solo and string section enhancements.
Their latest album, ‘Only God Was Above Us’, received positive reviews for its vibrant homage to New York City.
The SNL episode also featured Maya Rudolph, who revived her Beyoncé parody sketch.
The band recently covered classics by Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen at the New Orleans Jazz Festival.