Billy Lockett Interview

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An interview with: Billy Lockett

Callum Thornhill

Fresh from playing at London, Manchester, Glasgow and Bristol, Billy Lockett is becoming a popular name passed around the music scene.

With no album out yet, Billy is still able to pull in crowds that will sing their hearts out to his tunes from EPs such as Hard Man and Your Love Hurts. "It's a huge buzz because it means people have come purely from loving my EPs" he says.

At the moment he is "concentrating on making the live shows incredible", these live performances have gave the opportunity to support acts like Nina Nesbitt and Birdy in recent years. Not a bad achievement for an albumless artist. However, the album has recently been finished but the songwriting doesn't stop now.

"I still like to always keep writing non stop" he continues, this is clearly true by the songs that Billy has released. The first EP that includes Hardman, Balance and Don't Wait Up to name just three, his songwriting ability is definitely up to scratch and since then the experience has only improved him.

Find his YouTube channel and you' ll come across various tracks recorded in his cellar. The walls of that cellar have witnessed the growth of Billy Lockett; "I learnt how to play down there, had my first three bands practice down there, and then went solo and wrote pretty much every EP and the whole album down there." A pretty special place indeed.

Another place that Billy sees as special is Glasgow - described as his "favourite place to play, always has been and always will be" - no surprise that a date at King Tuts was included on the latest tour. Sadly though no headline dates for Billy Lockett will be announced for a while.

" I will be focusing on making the album and hoping to get it out in the not so distant future" says Billy. Exciting times for the Northampton lad. Speaking of Northampton, the local BBC Introducing took an interest in him last year, although he doesn't feel it broke his career. " I still do everything myself but that is kind of how I like it", considering he is the biggest unsigned act around at the minute, he has done a mighty fine job!

For any other band members/singers reading this, some advice given by Billy Lockett is "touring and supporting artists is the best way because you can meet the fans." I remember talking to Billy at a Nina Nesbitt gig way back in 2012 and I've followed him on his journey since.

What a journey it has been, I genuinely believe that Billy Lockett will be massive when his debut album comes out.

Until then, keep up with him on:
Twitter - @billylockett
Facebook - Billy Lockett Music

Listen to Old Man here:

Circa Waves - Young Chasers - Review

Circa Waves - Young Chasers

Callum Thornhill

I've been waiting for the album all year and it has finally arrived. Easily going to be one of the bands of the year, Circa Waves dropped Young Chasers today and oh boy is it good.

Opening with Get Away, the album is very energetic and gets right inside your bones, you have no other choice than to dance. Much of the album was already available to listen to, e.g So Long and Fossils so fans knew what sort of excellence they were buying into.

The idea of youth is definitely portrayed by the Liverpool band, they've brought a typical new wave indie rock vibe to their debut album. Certainly a band to catch live at smaller venues before they hit the big time.

Latest single T-shirt Weather features on Young Chasers, a song released at the perfect time ready to be massively hyped for summer. The album as a whole is an ideal soundtrack to build up to the sunshine and festival season.

Personal highlight for me is Stuck In My Teeth, released last year on limited edition vinyl I managed to find one in Newcastle's Beatdown Records, since then I've loved Circa Waves. Having it surrounded by other excellent tracks is a bonus and a pleasure to the ears.

As always with new bands, it isn't hard to compare them to bands such as the Strokes and the Stereophonics, but with such energy and drive it may be Circa Waves' year to break through the stereotypical indie rock band sound. Difficult but doable.

Circa Waves have a tour starting in Newcastle on April 8th and finishing in London on April 17th. Young Chasers will be showcased and these tracks will be amazing live.

Buy tickets here:
CIRCA WAVES TOUR

Listen to Stuck In My Teeth here:
CIRCA WAVES STUCK IN MY TEETH

Order Young Chasers here:
CIRCA WAVES YOUNG CHASERS

The Vaccines Live Review

The Vaccines - Borough Hall, Hartlepool (28/3/15)

Callum Thornhill

Playing a string of stranger venues than expected, The Vaccines embarked on a UK tour, stopping last night at Hartlepool's Borough Hall

The tour was to promote various tracks from upcoming album English Graffiti, from what was showcased last night it is going to be a banging album Also on the setlist were classics from the first two albums

So, what did we expect from the Vaccines? Loud music, full of energy, bouncing crowd? All were present last night and it was amazing to see one of my favourite bands in my hometown.

Opening with Teenage Icon it was carnage from there on, the only breathers were when the new tracks such as Dream Lover were performed. One of their best releases (in my opinion) Wetsuit was played, leaving the crowd arm in arm swaying. A rare chilled moment.

The debut album was a masterpiece so getting Wrecking Bar, Blow It Up, Post Break Up Sex and If You Wanna on the setlist was a real treat for the fans.

It would've been a waste of an opportunity if latest single Handsome wasn't included on the night. After listening to it endlessly this week, hearing it live has made it so much more of an enjoyable track.

Closing the set was another new track called 20/20, a very enjoyable piece that will hopefully stay on the setlist if I get to see them again. It wouldn't be a Vaccines gig without Norgaard though, would it?

The crowd were in raptures, limbs everywhere, hearts being sung out by the sold out Borough Hall.

It is highly unlikely that Hartlepool will ever get the Vaccines back, however, recently we've had The Kooks, Pigeon Detectives, Morrissey and Frank Turner so we have to stay optimistic.

If you get the chance to see the Vaccines on this tour, or next when the album comes out, I strongly advise going.

Nick Mulvey Live Review

Nick Mulvey - O2 Academy, Bristol (25/3/15)

Joe Worgan

Nick Mulvey and his band played at Bristol's O2 Academy with support from “Fictonian”. I had not seen Mulvey before this gig, and was one of my most anticipated gigs of this year. Purchasing the tickets in September, I had to wait around 7 months to see the musical prowess of Nick Mulvey. Worth the wait? 

Nick has picked up a great following over the past year, and this was evident as he managed to sell out the Academy.

Entering the stage with raptures of an applauding audience, Mulvey began his set with ‘Alisa Craig’. For someone who has not seen him before, I was interested to see how he would incorporate the raw and ethereal-like atmosphere of his album.

Not only was I surprised at how good the sound was, the lighting was actually extremely impressive with single bars of strobe lightings inserted into the floor. 

Throughout the gig Nick played mostly all of his album, with even a cover of Drake’s ‘Hold On, We’re Going Home’ which even got me singing along, and I am not a fan of Drake, which says something. 

His playing was effortless that night, and his use of abstract finger picking blew me away. Nick played 3 songs without his band, offering the audience a insight into his musical competence. 

Nick got the audience singing along to some of his most famous songs including ‘Cucurucu’ and ‘Fever to the Form’, a really special moment. The show was closed with ‘Nitrous’ - a comprehensive track that pretty much, sums up Nick Mulvey.

I would highly recommend seeing Nick Mulvey live, or even listening to his album, if you're into acoustic music that is.

 Were the 7 months I had to wait for this gig worth it? Totally.

Moral Panics - WLVS

Moral Panics - WLVS Review

Callum Thornhill

West Midlands band Moral Panics released EP - WLVS in 2013. A combination of soft melodic vocals and dreamy instrumentation. God only know why I've just discovered it.

The EP consists of 5 beautifully constructed tracks that are perfect for both sunny days relaxing with a Pimms, or watching the dull British weather out of your bedroom window.

WLVS opens with February, a track that will have you irritatingly tapping along to wishing you were musically gifted enough to replicate the sound.

Second track Belle Mort has summer written all over it. A funky bassline combined with drained vocals demonstrating magnificently just how fun and energetic Moral Panics are.

Maxim is the standout track for me on this record. It could be played on repeat for ages without getting sick of it, sheer bliss and relaxation at its best.

Penultimate track Fauve is a guitar based track that once again portrays raw energy from the band. I can see a room full of people dancing away to this, throwing their limbs everywhere.

Closing the EP is Young Hands, a more mellow and relaxed vibe to the release yet still a fantastic track to have on. Shadowy vocals, almost whispering heartfelt lyrics building up to a combined instrumentation, definitely a loveable track.

Catch Moral Panics at the Garage in London in June and see for yourself just how good the band really are.

Get tickets here:

Moral Panics - London

Listen to Moral Panics here:

http://www.soundcloud.com/moral-panics

Download WLVS for FREE here:

http://moralpanics.bandcamp.com/album/wlvs

Deer Shed Festival 2015

Deer Shed Festival 2015

After applying to volunteer at Deer Shed Festival 2015 through my university placement, it has finally been confirmed that I will be attending.

Playing host to fantastic musicians such as Honeyblood (whom I love very much), Dan Croll, Black Rivers (who are fresh from supporting Noel Gallagher) and many others, Deer Shed Festival will certainly be an experience I will never forget.

I received the email this morning that I will be part of the social media team at the Yorkshire based festival. How lovely is that? Getting to do something I love at a festival, amazing.

Hopefully I get to catch some of the talented musicians as well as gain vital experience. Along with Deer Shed Festival, I think I'm going to be a part of Into Tomorrow. A north east based group of promoters that give raw talent a chance to showcase their music.

Has anyone volunteered at a festival before? Let me know your interesting tales on Twitter.

James Bay - Chaos and the Calm - Review

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James Bay – Chaos The Calm

Joanne Ford

James Bay has proved critics right with his debut album, showcasing his soulful voice and powerful guitar to match. After winning Critics Choice at the Brit Award this year, he had a lot to live up to, and his debut album shows that he has.

Songs on the album show his expressive voice to the best of his ability, with lots of tracks on the album taking inspiration from gospel choirs, like ‘When We Were On Fire’ and ‘If You Ever Wanted to Be in Love’.

No gimmicks have been used in making this album, it’s simply showing off his raw talent, it shows a timeless singer/songwriter not trying to be flashy, doing what he loves.

You can feel his passion through listening to this album ‘Move Together’ is hauntingly beautiful and shares real emotions and life experiences listeners can relate to.

This album isn't just ballads, it includes mixes of modern, acoustic, guitar music music

with soul beats. His debut single ‘Hold Back The River’ let the public know he wasn't just about ballads, it was the perfect mix between emotive and easy listening, he has recreated this mix in ‘We Were on Fire’ and ‘If You Ever Want to Be in Love’.

James Bay’s voice is so smooth, but he successfully manages to make fun music.

James Bay’s debut album shows a lot of promise for the future, proving he isn’t the classic singer/songwriter by including aspects from different genres.

There a lot of totally deserved hype about James Bay, it will be interesting to see how he progresses!

Wolf Alice Live Review (Nottingham)

Wolf Alice - Rescue Rooms, Nottingham

Dylan Whatley

 Formed in 2012, Wolf Alice have so far released two EPs, both highly praised.

With debut album 'My Love is Cool' set for release on June 22nd, they are currently playing new songs from the album on a UK tour. I got the chance to see them at the Nottingham Rescue Rooms and it was one good show.

With support from Crows and The Magic Gang, but unfortunately I missed Crows but did arrive in time to catch The Magic Gang's set. Shared vocals and happy sounding riffs reminded me of a Palma Violets for the more fragile of crowds. 

Wolf Alice came on to their first single, 'Fluffy' and the crowd was going for it from the first moment. Ellie Roswell's haunting yet fragile and angelic vocals filled the room as the crowd got more and more lively. Then the band went into 'Storms' which is featured on their second EP, 'Creature Songs'.

The new songs definitely lived up to my expectations and they flowed well with their older songs such as, 'Blush' in which the room was quiet besides from a few people who were talking very loudly. After seeing 'Blush' performed live at Reading Festival 2014, I was hoping the band would play 'Wicked Games' by Chris Isaak, but unfortunately they didn't.

However, the encore included two songs and it  started with personal favourite 'White Leather' and finished with 'Moaning Lisa Smile' and everyone was going for it. The bassist, Theo, crowdsurfed at the end which is a Wolf Alice tradition now.

Overall, they put on a fantastic show and I am more them looking forward to seeing them again.

Pre-order 'My Love Is Cool' on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/my-love-is-cool/id975285954

Buy tickets for the UK tour: http://wolfalice.co.uk/live/

Catfish and the Bottlemen (Live Review)

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Catfish and the Bottlemen - O2 Academy, Newcastle (26/3/15)

Callum Thornhill

Over the past year, Catfish and the Bottlemen have went from strength to strength and this week started another sold out UK tour. The rise of the band even led to them getting best mates Little Comets to support them on the tour.

Last night (26th March) they played to a near 2000 people, all eager to catch the band while they're still playing the Academy venues. After seeing them at Middlesbrough's Westgarth Social Club last May you could tell that they were going to get massive!

Fresh from a US tour and still banging out tunes from the Balcony, the performance was near flawless, the only problem was the lack of ASA! After playing it in Leeds and Glasgow my hopes were high, only to be shattered by the lack of it.

Still though, can't fault the setlist, once again playing the Balcony in full, just like they did back in November at Newcastle's Academy 2.

For someone that has seen the band before, I had a vague idea of the order that the tracks would be played, yet Catfish and the Bottlemen still manage to blow me away. Opening with Rango the crowd were going crazy from there on.

Rattling through Pacifier, 26, Homesick and personal favourite Business there really is no stopping the band on their rise to the top. Anyone that hasn't had the pleasure of seeing them yet, I strongly advise you buying a ticket, or at least make them your priority at a festival over the summer.

Playing Hourglass acoustically is always a special moment, the crowd being calm for three minutes and holding each other affectionately. A wise idea to take a breather during this and just embrace the love being shown around the Academy.

Tyrants closed the set as usual, I've now seen them six times yet Tyrants always amazes me. The instrumentation is phenomenal and the energy given off the band is crazy.

I'm lucky enough to have a ticket for the Shepherds Bush date next Wednesday, if anyone is seeing/has seen Catfish and the Bottlemen on this tour, treasure it before they hit arena and stadium status.

Here is a Vine of Hourglass:

Courtney Barnett - Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Think - review

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Courtney Barnett - Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Think - review

Dylan Whatley

In 2013, Courtney Barnett released 'The Double EP: A Sea of Split Peas' to huge amounts of praise from UK and US journalists and various magazines including NME.

 

Acting as a debut for the Australian singer-songwriter, she toured and played many festivals over the past year and a half. Finally, the actual debut album has been released and it's a good one.

The title of the Australian's debut is 'Sometimes I Sit And Think, and Sometimes I Just Think' and it opens with a groovy bass and drums combination in 'Elevator Operator', along with Courtney's signature lazy slur and clever lyrics.

 

Then into single, 'Pedestrian at Best' which is the heaviest song on the album. You can hear influences from early Grunge bands, like Nirvana. The single also has a video, which features Courtney dressed as a clown and I'm not fond of clowns, to say the least.

Further into the album, another single 'Depreston', shows the other side to Barnett's music, this being the calmer side. In this song, she talks about living in a boring town and wanting to get out. The short but sweet 'Aqua Profunda!' has 60's surfer vibes and I can see it being very fun to play live. The album then continues to impress all the way through. 

Buy 'Sometimes I Sit And Think, And Sometimes I Just Sit' here: http://courtneybarnett.sandbaghq.com/

Courtney Barnett plays the UK in March and April, get tickets here: http://courtneybarnett.com.au/tour/

Zayn Leaves One Direction?

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Zayn Leaves 1D

One Direction have apparently said that Zayn Malik has left the group. After a magnificent rise to stardom via the X Factor, recent allegations of adultery has left Malik suffering from stress, causing him to leave the group this week halfway through a tour schedule.

Many Directioners will be left heartbroken after the heart throb will leave One Direction's future in limbo. Will they carry on as a four piece like Take That, or completely pull the plug and enjoy spending their fortunes?

I'd say they'll carry on for now and finish the current set of gigs then pack it all in. What is there for Zayn to do though?

• become a solo act - easy enough to do and already has millions of fans
• become a recluse and never be seen in public for many years
• sell One Direction scandals to the tabloids and pocket a few more pennies
• take a few years out before rejoining the band Robbie Williams style
• go into modelling - definitely has the look for it and is a recognised face
• join Little Mix (craic)

 

Whatever Zayn chooses to do, his departure from the band (if true) is definitely like a modern day Beatles situation. We can all complain about the comparison between 1D and the Beatles but they are the equivalent of one another.

 

Keep an eye in the entertainment columns of websites and newspapers to keep up with what is happening.

Input Havana

Input Havana

Callum Thornhill

Influenced by Moose Blood (a personal favourite of mine) and You Me At Six, Input Havana are the latest young band trying to make an impact on the music industry.

The 16 year old Solihull three piece are causing a storm with their music that magnificently portrays their influences within their own tracks.

Still Here brings together a fast paced instrumental with heartfelt lyrics. Hopefully the band are Still Here for the foreseeable future.. The tracks has feet tapping and heads nodding, I could definitely see this song being added to a racing game soundtrack.

Ever-Present Flame shows off the band's ability to perfectly blend instruments together. It reminds me of a Linkin Park kind of vibe, not a bad thing for such a young band. It will certainly be interesting to see how the band progress with experience.

Completing the playlist is Funny Way. "You've got a funny way of showing it" being sung is something we can all relate to. Interweaving the catchy lyrics to a heavier than usual melody is something that Input Havana have demonstrated perfectly.

Consisting of a typical vocals/bass/rhythm guitar (Zac Charlesworth), lead guitar (Liam Deakin) and drums (Alex Thompson), Input Havana are definitely worth a listen.

I imagine they are also fantastic live, get yourself to their next gig at the Kasbah (Coventry) with the Deserts.

Listen to the EP here:

Kong - Fake Tan And Desperation - EP Review

Kong - Fake Tan And Desperation - review

Callum Thornhill

Sheffield have gained a reputation of produced great bands over the years; Nai Harvest and Arctic Monkeys to name a couple. If you expected KONG to be any different, you'd be wrong.

A punk vibe is clearly present in latest EP 'Fake Tan and Desperation', a very rough and ready combination of instrumentation and lyrical ability are also present.

"You think you're an eight or a nine" is blurted out by lead singer Conor Lindsey in the title track that opens the EP. This sounds somewhat familiar to The Streets' Fit But You Know It, maybe KONG are what Mike Skinner would sound like if he ventured down the punk route... Definitely not a bad thing.

The lyrics are as witty as Skinner and shouted as thorough as 

The best way I can describe the band is by saying it is the type of band you'd hear in your local pub with warm pints being poured over you. "Tonight is gonna be the night" is repeated over and over and after a chorus you're ready for a night down the Dog & Duck.

An interesting blend of guitar based melody with fuzzy vocals. A full on foot tapping EP that will have you nodding along to all day long, this EP definitely shows the punk element as earlier described.

There are gigs planned for the summer but aren't yet released.

Keep up with Kong on Twitter at:

@Kong_Band

Listen to the EP here:

Morrissey Review

Morrissey - Live Review

Review by Dylan Whatley

Morrissey - Capital FM Arena, Nottingham (13/3/15)

After a long and patient wait, fans of Morrissey and The Smiths in the UK, finally got to see him in the flesh!

 

Morrissey is currently on a six-date UK tour, it started in Nottingham and finishes in Birmingham. Still left to play are Cardiff, Leeds and Glasgow before the Brum date.

During more than a year of health problems, Morrissey has come back with an album which goes by the name of 'World Peace is None of Your Business'. With a one-off London gig last November, fans wanted even more. They got it!

On Wednesday, with the UK tour just round the corner, he had to cancel his already rescheduled Holland gig, due to him having the flu. You can imagine the worry this caused the fans who were set to go to his Nottingham date on the Friday. However, the flu didn't stop him.

The venue made it quite clear that there would be absolutely no meat products (see above image) sold by request of the artist. Obviously this was no surprise to fans, with The Smiths' second studio album being called 'Meat Is Murder', and the ongoing support Morrissey has given to PETA.

With the absence of a support act, a 30 minute video was shown with music, poetry, comedy and art chosen by Morrissey. A two minute clip dedicated to Margaret Thatcher, with 'Ding Dong The Witch is Dead' played in the background got a huge cheer from the crowd. 

Morrissey hit the stage at 8:30 on the dot, and went straight into the title track of The Smiths' 1986 album, 'The Queen is Dead'. 'Suedehead' was then played and the crowd sang every single word straight back to him. 

The first of the songs off 'World Peace is None of Your Business' went down very well with the crowd. Morrissey went onto play 10 songs off the standard version o the album and, 2 songs from the deluxe  edition including, 'Scandinavia'.

Three songs courtesy of Morrissey and Marr's incredible song writing were played after the opener of the show and by far the stand out of the four, was 'Meat is Murder'. A screen behind the band had been showing various pictures of 50's icons including Neal Cassady, who appears in the title of the song 'Neal Cassady Drops Dead'. However, a video was shown for 'Meat is Murder' which had a warning that 'ADVISED VIEWER DISCRETION'. Then for the next 5 minutes or so, animals being brutally kille or abused for meat. Classic Morrissey.

To finish, an encore consisting of one song, 'Speedway' with a snippet of 'Irish Blood, English Heart' which more than pleased the crowd. Morrissey has once again left us wanting so much more.

 

It is unlikely that with Morrissey's ill health that he'll be back playing live any time soon. Well worth seeing, even if it is only to say you've seen the legend in the flesh.

Palma Violets UK Tour

 Palma Violets Announce UK Tour

Along with a new album recently announced, Palma Violets have announced several small venues to play host to.

I saw them in Stockton's tiny Georgian Theatre last year and it was incredible. I strongly advise going to see them in an intimate venue near you.

Fresh from headlining the NME Tour, expect tracks from new album Danger In the Club to be belted out.

Palma Violets will play:

16th April - Southend - Chinnery's
17th April - Norwich - Waterfront
20th April - Hull - Fruit
21st April - York - Duchess
22nd April - Wakefield - The Hop
23rd April - Hebden Bridge - Trades Club
25th April - Cardiff - The Buffalo
26th April - Leicester - Queens Hall
27th April - Stoke - Sugar Mill
28th April - Northampton - Roadmender
29th April - Reading - Bowery District

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

Spotify

A million Songs In One Place

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After months, if not years, of putting off getting Spotify, I have finally caved in and took advantage of the £4.99 a month Premium student offer.

Now, admittedly I am more into my vinyl or even CD (physical is always better in my opinion), however this is incredible. Within minutes I've been able to create a playlist from all of my favourite bands. Crazy.

I'm probably the last person to get on the Spotify bandwagon but it has totally been worth the wait.

I particularly love the way you can share playlists that you've built up, simple yet clever.

There's a guarantee that I'll make endless playlists and listen to them once, oh well. I may as well get my moneys worth.

If anyone has a groovy playlist I'd love to hear it - I'm always interested in finding new bands and tracks!

Send them to me on Twitter - @CAL4EVEREVER - and I'll definitely have a listen.

A quick point to end this post; a Twitter page has been set up for Loose Cardigan Of Ideas right here -> @LCOIBLOG - I would appreciate you all following it for the latest news etc. A mailing list has also been started for you to receive Blogger posts before anyone else - get involved.

Peace - Live Review (again)

Peace - Cluny, Newcastle (5/3/15)

Callum Thornhill

I asked in December where do Peace go from a fantastic 2014, it is now evident that they were going to better but not quite bigger things.

A sell out Cluny played host to the Birmingham four piece's opening night and oh lord did it deliver. Supported by the massively hyped Yak (can see why), Peace had the 300 strong capacity in their hand throughout.

Celebrating the release of Happy People, Koisser and co. were playing a variety of Happy People, In Love and EP Delicious material. All of it sounded incredible in such an intimate venue.

Wearing the thickest possible fur coat, Harrison Koisser, brother Sam, Doug Castle and rock rep Dom Boyce graced the north east with their presence in a confined Newcastle venue.

The band opened with Follow Baby as they usually do, from this moment on the crowd was carnage. The smell is something I can only describe as the combination of perspiration and charity shops - a mucky mixture. Denim jackets and striped shirts everywhere, the Peace look has certainly rubbed off on their fans.

The first single from Happy People, Money, was played and had fans screaming the lyrics back at one of the smallest stages I've ever seen. Strangely followed by the mellow Float Forever, the crowd were serenading one another arm in arm - a concept that you certainly expect in an energetic Peace crowd.

The best combination of songs was still to come - three quarters of EP Delicious played in a row was magical to hear. California Daze, another track that is chilled out and gets the crowd singing their hearts out was included in the set.

The highlight for me followed California Daze..

After seeing Peace three times prior to March 5th yet still never witnessing 1998 live, it was finally time to hear 9 minutes of pure pleasure. I can now see why so many people get a massive buzz from hearing it!

Bloodshake came afterwards and sounded as amazing as always. Peace really are a faultless band when it comes to live performances.

Still strutting in the fur coat, now heavier with a silly amount of sweat, Harrison swaggered off stage before returning for a three song encore. It wasn't before drummer Dom Boyce gave a few words after the crowd chanted "Boycey, Boycey, Boycey!" over and over again.

Peace returned only a minute of so after, blasting out Someday - a personal favourite from Happy People. Higher Than The Sun followed Someday as the night came to a close.

No Peace gig is complete nowadays without the bass heavy World Pleasure being played, of course we got the pleasure (pun? Maybe) of hearing it.

"Let's see how long we can play" was the message given by Harrison Koisser before the track was played.

Sam Koisser lived up to high expectations and the bass sounded incredible. I've always thought that Peace and World Pleasure going together was the biggest common idea since One Night Only releasing Just For Tonight (an amazing track that has no relevance to Peace..)

Jumping up onto the stage monitor, Sam made the crowd even crazier, all trying to grab a hold of him. Still, he was professional and played excellently as you'd expect.

Peace announced their largest UK tour to date a couple of weeks ago and you should totally get one - I promise you won't regret it!

Get them here - Peace Sept/Oct tickets (they're once again supported by Yak, also Splashh).

Hear a six second clip of World Pleasure here: