Tom Hersey, Journalist

"At that time we had day jobs, so after work finished at 10pm, we'd be in the practice studio jamming and recording, and kept repeating the process."

"When I was younger I was afraid of my lyrics, so I would shroud them in mystery."

"The sonic quest is lifelong."

"[They play] with a ferocity most bands in their early 20s wouldn't be able to match."

"Between songs they're joking like they're getting prepared to shoot that 'How High' sequel."

"It seems like every record he throws on gets a cheer from at least one pocket of the crowd."

"Higgs' guitar hits you in the solar plexus and then rumbles around your guts like an iffy curry."

"I find Nick Drake, Joy Division and a lot of old blues songs to be uplifting."