Gig Review- Run Young Lovers+ General Fiasco+Little Comets

Another packed gig at the Concorde 2 last night in Brighton, kicking off with Run Young Lovers, a typical four-piece indie band from Brighton- not very well known yet, but the enthusiasm and energy that went into each song makes them definate ones to watch!

Next up were Irish lads, General Fiasco; a unique voice and positive interaction with the crowd was always going to be a winner, which at one point  provoked  a very chilled out, indie style mosh pit that bought some of the bouncers out from their doorways.

Last, but certainty not least, were Little Comets- the boys that are said to play “Kitchen sink indie” music. They had a much more laid-back approach to their audience, clearly at ease which caused them to get lost in their music, not letting any old screaming gig-goer ruin their flow.

As always, Concorde 2 delivered a great night. The only downside being that if you wanted to get away from the  annoying amount of hyper-active teens at the front, squealing at every little movement on stage, then you had to stand at the back where you couldn’t see a darn thing… but at least you’re closer to the bar!

Rating- 7/10

Brighton’s Best Band- Rubylux!

After stumbling across them two years ago, doing an amplified busking session in their home town of Brighton, I’ve been a proud listener to Rubylux’s indie-rock, guitar based melodies and clever synth harmonies.  Described as “Brighton’s answer to Kings of Leon,” the boys entered in the top 20 of the album charts within the first day of release!

I’ve been lucky enough to attend two of their gigs (not including their very popular street gigs,) the first being a packed-out show at the Concorde 2.  Not knowing much about the band, I went along with no expectations and was totally blown away.  From the front-row view, their top quality musicianship along with their constant attentiveness to the audience was enough to deliver a killer gig. After the show they were happy to hang around with their fans, taking photos and signing t-shirts which truly made it a night to remember.

I was so impressed with the first gig, I decided to see them again, and noticed an advertisement for the “Ruby-bus.” After being a success the year before, the Ruby-bus was a very affordable package for Brighton fans to get from Brighton to London and back again by mini-bus- the price of the gig included!  I often see the guys mingling around Brighton, and once even had the pleasure of serving Rob, the lead singer at the restaurant I work at.

These guys are great, and if you haven’t heard them before they are definitely worth a listen. Here is one of my person favourites. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUsXCsKSmfs