I’ve spent a few days thinking about why this is. Their harmonies are a step above their DIY guitar sound. This means that they have to really concentrate to hit (in the main) the right notes and as most parts are sang together, neither stray to far from their microphone stands. However, I think I’m wired to expect a DIY guitar sound to come with a performance that compensates for the lack of fines. As both are routed to the spot, I just don’t find the visual side of the performance interesting. Sadly, for me, they’re definitely and album band

The evening started with FVR. This was her first solo show. Accompanied only by a Mac which although pretty, doesn’t have much stage presence. It left her with a lot of work trying to dance and sing around the stage and although nervous, she made a fine stab at it. The music though wasn’t my cup of tea. But maybe with a band behind her, it might have been different.

Next up was Fake Laugh. I’d seen the band a few weeks ago and thought they were okay. I’d liked the lead singer’s voice but I’d zoned out a few times. However tonight, it was a solo show from the lead singer and I thought the more more lay backed approach actually suited the music.

Closing the evening was Girlpool. I’d loved their low-fi sound and was expecting a dynamic performance. Tonight’s performance wasn’t this. The music was great. I did enjoy the music. But I was surprised how static the girls were. Hich was a great pity.