Belsonic 2010 - Heathers
In a tweet: Two Girls, One Acoustic.
What happened: The first thought that pops into ATL's head on arriving at Belsonic and spotting Dublin based acoustic duo Heathers is "how did those fans get on stage"? As I look around the front of Custom House Square I am finding it hard to differentiate between the ladies on stage and the sea of sweet young female Paolo Nutini fans. The one thing that sets them apart from the great unwashed is their soaring candyfloss voices.
'Remember When' is a stand out moment for ATL. It's a perfectly crafted pop song set into the mould of the typical Irish singer song writer, all big melodies and more heart than a European butcher's window. Their live show isn't exactly The Flaming Lips, with the two girls, one acoustic sound/aesthetic leaving me wanting some stage invader to land up and get that kick drum pounding. It's a minor criticism in an other wise good set.
Yeah I'm Cool: 'Remember When' makes me feel like a frolicking teenage girl again.
Say Whaaaat: A change in dynamic would be nice. By the end I was finding it got a bit samey.
Belsonic rating: 6/10
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