The Scouse songsters put in a performance of real enthusiasm here at V.

It's refreshing to see a fresh young band who are really relishing the opportunity to play at a festival like this and seizing the opportunity to make a name for themselves.

If only the same thing could be said of some of the more 'established' bands at the festival.

The group appeared on stage in yellow boiler suits and reeled off a succession of hits from their new album including 'Zuton Fever,' 'Pressure Point' and 'Remember Me'.

At the end of the slot, lead singer Dave McCabe gave an impromtu drumming masterclass which ended in him throwing the drumsticks into the crowd.

Why can't more bands be like this?

By Roger Brown

Published Saturday August 22, 2004