Another trip to Barfly on Saturday 21st, this time something of a box of treats! Main aim of the evening was to experience Mr cheeky chappy himself, Jack Penate, and a few bonuses thrown in too - for once, both of the support bands were really interesting.
First up, Penarth-born singer-songwriter Adele. Something of a stir in the media about Ms Adele, and with some reason, judging by her voice and humour. Barfly was sold out for the evening and quite a few people were already familiar with Adele's work, with a very enthusiastic reception to her set, which was unfortunately a bit shorter than we would all have liked! Well worth keeping in mind - for more information check out Adele's myspace.
Second up, Nottingham band Late Of The Pier. This was the real treat of the night, in between 2 quality acts, some real innovation and style. I'm not sure how to really describe them, but their influences - perhaps the Klaxons, Mistys Big Adventure, Goldfrapp and a touch of the Human League. We (and the vast majority of the crowd), after the initial bewildered faces, really enjoyed their set. This band are a definite must see, again, their myspace has more information.
After all the exhilarating support, I was almost disheartened after the 2 supports had done! No fear though, Jack Penate is a classy peformer. Somewhat obvious that the audience hung on his every word, but Jack has the banter of a seasoned performer, which is a refreshing change to quite a few up and coming artists, and has a very likeable persona. Single Spit at Stars started off his set, which was energetic and at points frenetic. Only contention, his set was only 45 minutes which does feel a little on the short side! Another myspace as well, and as a extra, there's a picture of the tour poster below.
First up, Penarth-born singer-songwriter Adele. Something of a stir in the media about Ms Adele, and with some reason, judging by her voice and humour. Barfly was sold out for the evening and quite a few people were already familiar with Adele's work, with a very enthusiastic reception to her set, which was unfortunately a bit shorter than we would all have liked! Well worth keeping in mind - for more information check out Adele's myspace.
Second up, Nottingham band Late Of The Pier. This was the real treat of the night, in between 2 quality acts, some real innovation and style. I'm not sure how to really describe them, but their influences - perhaps the Klaxons, Mistys Big Adventure, Goldfrapp and a touch of the Human League. We (and the vast majority of the crowd), after the initial bewildered faces, really enjoyed their set. This band are a definite must see, again, their myspace has more information.
After all the exhilarating support, I was almost disheartened after the 2 supports had done! No fear though, Jack Penate is a classy peformer. Somewhat obvious that the audience hung on his every word, but Jack has the banter of a seasoned performer, which is a refreshing change to quite a few up and coming artists, and has a very likeable persona. Single Spit at Stars started off his set, which was energetic and at points frenetic. Only contention, his set was only 45 minutes which does feel a little on the short side! Another myspace as well, and as a extra, there's a picture of the tour poster below.
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