The Underclass, Night and Day, 20/9

I arrive at one of Manchesters best live venues to the sound of quartet “Tigers that Talked”. This is a band who doesn't just bang out tunes in the practice room; they clearly take a lot of time preparing what can only be described as the tightest and best sounding sets I have seen in years. The band have the niche of a violin player and the sound of artists much bigger and more experienced. Sounding like the love child of “Arcade Fire” and “The Editors” the group produce truly unique and intelligent songs that make use of both traditional instruments and some more far fetched ones like shakers, clappers and a deep bongo, all of which aid in making them a true spectacle to watch.

The nights trend in bands not following the norm continued with “A boy called Doris”. A Quirky quintet who use contrasting harsh male vocals and well sung female vocals to produce some lovely music. Although the set didn't seem to flow properly from one song to the next, there is always something going on to keep the listener interested. The final two songs of the set made the entire night worth coming for with hugely addictive vocal hooks and fantastic underlying songs.

Third in the bill “Love minus zero” are a particularly inoffensive band. Sounding and looking like a well rehearsed libertines influenced indie band, and proved to be a good band to watch. This band produced songs that are a lot more involving and twisting than the hundred of other Doherty wannabes out there, and are a pleasure to watch and listen to.

Headliners “The Underclass” are a fantastic band, and are building a large and appreciative fanbase as shown by the strong and enthuisiastic crowd at tonights gig. Looking and sounding like a true Manchester band, there are clear influences from the likes of Oasis and Ian Brown. This band give a good account of themselves, showing experience in their showmenship. With sing-a-long indie tunes that could comfortably fit in the top 40 The Underclass prove themselves as one of Manchesters better bands.