AceShowbiz - The North London band Wolf Alice delivered a striking and theatrical rendition of their track 'The Sofa' during the BRIT Awards 2026 ceremony held at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena on Saturday, February 28.

Wolf Alice triumphed that night by winning the Best British Group award for the second time in their career, cementing their status in the British music scene. Shortly after accepting the accolade, the band took to the stage with a captivating performance of 'The Sofa', a single from their fourth studio album, 'The Clearing', which was released the previous summer.

The performance featured a unique set designed to resemble a living room, with figures emerging literally from within a sofa, adding a surreal and immersive element to the show. Lead vocalist Ellie Rowsell later appeared elevated by a group of dancers who carried her gracefully across the stage, enhancing the theatricality of the act.

'The Sofa' is described by Rowsell as a song about "not trying so hard to figure everything out," a theme reflected in the ethereal and experimental staging of their performance.

During her acceptance speech for Best British Group, Rowsell used the platform to highlight the ongoing struggles faced by the UK’s grassroots music sector. She emphasized that despite the live music industry contributing billions to the economy, last year saw 30 independent venues close, 6,000 jobs lost, and over half of small venues reporting no profit.

Rowsell stressed the importance of making a music career viable and sustainable for all artists, regardless of background, without depending on favors or funding schemes. She urged for greater support to prevent the current crisis in grassroots music from worsening.

Wolf Alice have an active live schedule ahead. They are set to headline a major outdoor concert at London’s Finsbury Park this summer, alongside acts such as The Last Dinner Party, Lykke Li, Rachel Chinouriri, Keo, and Florence Road. In March, they will participate in the 'Trans Mission' charity show at London’s OVO Arena Wembley and will also headline the Teenage Cancer Trust series at the Royal Albert Hall the same month.

The band’s festival appearances include headline slots at Tramlines Festival, Kendal Calling, and Eden Sessions, as well as performances at TRNSMT, Mad Cool, NOS Alive, and various other events.

'The Clearing' received critical acclaim upon release, earning a glowing five-star review and securing the number 11 position on NME’s list of the 50 best albums of 2025.

Meanwhile, Olivia Dean was the standout winner of the night, taking home four BRIT Awards, including Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year. For those interested, a full list of winners is available for reference.