Reviews

"... There's still sufficient moments of bristling metalcore intensity and gang chants to sate mosh fiends."

"In its best moments the band members sound like children in a music shop."

"Darnielle certainly knows how to structure a setlist for maximum emotional impact."

"His style is carved from the same stone as some of the greats before him."

"All the little details that come standard with a Clara Cupcakes show are what make it so excellent."

"Like a lecture with some gags thrown in for good measure."

"For anyone looking for that 'one unknown to go see', she is definitely worth the punt."

"A heaving Basement audience found a nice surprise, hearing the once-smooth voice transformed into a husky and raspy cry that was stronger than expected."

"We're not One Direction, Take That or Kylie Minogue," dapper frontman Graham "Suggs" McPherson pointed out, just in case the crowd needed any reminding."