Spector’s giant aspirations are clear, as the clean cut four-piece proved they’re ready for the leap to the big stage with an electric showcase of new and old material.
Pristinely dressed, the group looked eager to prove their ability. A tense instrumental opened the show, as an undercover, sunglasses-wearing Fred Macpherson eagerly jived through the crowd, eventually joining his band mates on stage.
Tracks from an impending album were previewed, with frontman, Macpherson explaining how he hoped it would be “indelibly marked on the frontal lobe” of all by the end of the night.
The characteristic spectacles returned, before second song, Decade Of Decay was introduced.
A new, glitzy synth-pop side joined distorted guitars, giving the London indie-rockers an intriguing edge. Bassist, Thomas Shickle provided backing vocals, as Macpherson aimed tender lyrics at elated fans.
Energy flowed as Never Fade Away was introduced, seeing the biggest reception of the night. Old songs were kept sounding fresh, with prolonged instrumentals for guitarist, Jim Cullen to cut into with huge solos.
“This is the best crowd…I’ve seen…In this venue…today.” Spector are a long shot from the timid 2012 breakthrough act, and look ready to make the next step.
Four stars
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