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- wed 24 may 13:13
For a band of JJ72's rising stature in the music press, this gig is
surprising low key. However, you just can't hide from the abundance of talent
that will no doubt burst on to the scene and blossom sooner rather than later.
Tonight it is evident that JJ72 HAVE got what it takes. From the singer's
soaring effeminate voice to the bass players heaving bossom, everything about
them oozes class. Opener and recent single Snow shimmers along beautifully
before exploding into a raucous chorus of 'Why won't it snow?'. OK the lyrics
leave something to be desired, but you'd kill to be able to write a melody like
that. 'Oxygen' and new single 'Long Way South' follow effortlessly, spinning
into the realms of lost loves and teenage angst. And that voice - it has to be
heard to be believed, but its a killer. The show draws to a close with new track
'Undercover Angel' and debut single 'October Swimmer'. Both combine exquisite
song writing with energy and gusto throughout the performance. And yes, the guy
does think he's Thom Yorke, he's got the voice, he's got the look, and he's got
the lyrics. So does the world really need another band like this? Well on the
evidence of tonight, Yes. It's the songs that shine through and that's what
REALLY counts...