Well I'm back in Aberystwyth after what can only be described as a 'hectic' DDJY! The audience probably didn't realise but at 7pm we weren't even sure that Unseen Archives would be allowed to play despite shifting over 50 tickets and not having to share any of the main bands equipment. But this is the sort of red tape nonsense we have to put up with in this industry and after some pleading, puppy eyes and on-my-knees negotiation we managed to get the 'Archives' on stage and we're very glad we did. I haven't seen a crowd react to a local band so much in, well, forever; sure they're all their mates but it's the same for any other local band. Hopefully this is the start of an enthusiasm for live and new music from the local youngsters coming through that has been lacking in recent times.
Of course the main bands were Video Nasties (advertised as headliners but due to some stupid reason now just the 2nd band on), Threatmantics and Swanton Bombs. A review of Threatmantics set can be read here:http://www.the-fly.co.uk/words/reviews/live-reviews/3850/threatmantics
Video Nasties set was my personal highlight, though heavy with new and unheard material, they captivated the audience and blasted out what seems to be the body of an extremely strong debut album; it's set for release in April so make sure you get yourself a copy!Photos from the night will be posted here when available.
Listen to: Video Nasties - Jellybean (myspace)
