James Arden checks out the garage rockers latest album.
The Christian rock band from Brighton bring religion to the masses.
Recipe for modern R'n'B album: liberal helpings of guest rappers and an overdose of sexual euphemisms.
With their debut album ‘Colour it in’ having just been released, the band seemed eager to make a lasting impression, which they most certainly accomplished (and then some) with their brand of quirky vocals and fresh guitar sound. The set kicked off with the band belting out brilliant past singles 'Latchmere' and ‘X-Ray’ with a hot energy that radiated from the stage, causing the crowd to erupt into song. The fast paced Brighton quintet left you no time to stop for breath as they broke into yet more sing-along indie-pop melodies with ‘About Your Dress’ before coming to the climax of the evening with fans’ favourite ‘Lego’, and the beautifully quirky ‘First Love’.
We're not in it to be famous, we're in it for the music and the enjoyment.
Once I’d recovered my voice, I spoke to Felix White, guitarist for the band, who expressed his contentment at finally having the album released; ‘It’s been two years in the making, and I’m just relieved now it’s out’. When asked why some songs didn’t make it onto the album, he told me ‘We decided to use new stuff because it means more to our fans who’ve been supporting us from the start.’ And was fame going to the band’s heads? Smiling, Felix replied ‘We’re not in it to be famous, we’re in it for the music and the enjoyment.’ Singing catchy tunes about youth and love, The Maccabees reflect the most basic aspects of life with flair and passion; frontman Orlando Weeks delivered vocals full of emotion and urgency, which blend perfectly with the sharp guitar and distinctive rhythm that the band are becoming known for. A gig that left fans of the band more than satisfied and any newcomers well and truly converted.
