Alvvays Ditches Reverb, Shines Bright at Tiny Desk with Stripped-Down Blue Rev Set

Sometimes the scariest thing for a band known for dreamy soundscapes is playing it straight. But at Tiny Desk, Alvvays traded haze for heart — and in doing so, proved that behind every shoegaze shimmer is pure songwriting gold. Molly Rankin’s voice, unfiltered and unforgettable, reminded us why music matters most when it’s this real.