A night of impressive indie rock in its various forms was opened confidently by Phebe Starr, whose stunning vocals and powerful stage presence captivated the large crowd immediately. Starr's vocal ability was the standout element of the set for the most part, although it did get slightly lost at times behind heavy drum and guitar lines. The second half of the set was much slower and more sombre than the first, with deep, intense vocals and self-proclaimed 'soppy love songs' that really showcased the singer's vocal range.
Melbourne indie rock five-piece Loon Lake opened their set with fast heavy drums and raw vocals. The group's energy and stage presence were phenomenal, although vocal clarity and instrumental cohesiveness did occasionally seem to suffer as a result. The band closed with Cherry Lips, which was one of the set's highlights. The vast majority of the crowd were singing along to every word and The Metro filled with an incredibly energetic vibe to finish the group's performance.
Finally, Brisbane rockers Ball Park Music graced the stage and took control of the space instantly. The venue filled with exciting lights, an incredibly lift in energy and anticipation and a shared attraction to the powerful enigma of the group's frontman, Sam Cromack. Cromack's vocal talent made itself known immediately, with his impressive ability to perform wild dance moves and technically flawless vocal phrases simultaneously on display from the opening song. The group skilfully lifted the audience's energy early in the set with Sad Rude Future Dude, which at once showcased the group's sophisticated musical talent and appreciation for the importance of energy and enthusiasm in live music. The group's cohesion and refinement were particularly manifest in Cost Of Lifestyle, which again received an incredibly enthusiastic response from the crowd.
The tone of the set shifted slightly with Alligator, whose soft, slow melodies allowed the group's sophisticated lyrical content to take centre stage in a manner that is very difficult to achieve in a live performance. The closing section of the set, however, far outshone all preceding moments with its unrivalled intensity and excitement in performances of Surrender and It's Nice To Be Alive. The band then closed their set with Great Display Of Patience, bringing to an end what was unquestionably a truly impressive live performance in all regards.
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