Slayyyter Debuted Turnstile Cover Live in Atlanta
The pop artist performed her version of BIRDS during her show at The Eastern.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Pop
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Pop musician Slayyyter debuted her live cover of the Turnstile track BIRDS while performing at The Eastern in Atlanta this week. The cover follows her studio release of the track on August 28 as part of her album NEVER ENOUGH: VERSIONS.
Why it matters
The performance highlights an crossover between pop and rock genres, building on the success of the original song which earned Turnstile a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 2026.
Slayyyter performed 14 tracks from her WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA album during the Atlanta concert. The setlist expansion included the new cover, which was officially released on August 28.
The players
Slayyyter
A pop musician known for her albums including WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA and the cover project NEVER ENOUGH: VERSIONS.
Turnstile
A band that won a 2026 Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for BIRDS and Best Rock Album for NEVER ENOUGH.
The details
Slayyyter integrated the BIRDS cover into the setlist for her current tour, playing the song immediately after her track BRITTANY MURPHY. The performance marks the first time she has featured the song, originally recorded by the Grammy-winning band Turnstile, in a live setting.
Timeline
August 28, 2026: Slayyyter released her studio version of BIRDS.
September 21, 2026: Slayyyter performed the song live for the first time in Atlanta.
October 6, 2026: Slayyyter is scheduled to join Turnstile and Die Spitz in Lawrence.
Industry Dynamics
This cover reflects the ongoing permeability between pop and alternative rock scenes, heightened by the recent critical success of Turnstile at the 2026 Grammy Awards. The collaboration underscores how established rock records are being reimagined for pop audiences.
Fans attending the remaining dates of the tour can now expect to hear the BIRDS cover added to the established setlist. The studio version remains available for streaming via her recent album release.
The takeaway
Artists continue to draw from high-profile rock hits to refresh their live sets and connect with diverse fanbases. Integrating covers of award-winning tracks provides a unique bridge between distinct musical genres for concert attendees.
What happens next
Slayyyter is scheduled to perform alongside Turnstile and Die Spitz on October 6 at the University of Kansas in Lawrence.
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