Vital 2011 - Wonder Villains
Next Stage, 5pm
Tuesday 23rd of August
Describe in a tweet: A confident performance from the sun kissed pop collective.
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What happened: The Wonder Villains' reputation is growing, and deservedly so. This performance was a solid, professional job: there's still the dancing and twirling on stage and the crowd interaction is still there, but musically things have been tightened up significantly. Vocals are still occasionally hit and miss but it's becoming less of an issue and the songs are generally brilliant pieces of pop. While the older tracks such as "TV" and "Space Jam" keep us entertained it's clear to see that the songwriting is growing stronger, with upcoming single "Zola" providing a gently lilting piece of singalong disco pop. There aren't any fireworks, but you're sure to come away with a smile on your face and at least one of those melodies in your head by the end.
I'm Yours: "Ferrari" is one of the finest pieces of pop team ATL have ever heard from Northern Ireland and it's Ryan McGroarty's time to shine on guitar, with a delightful little riff that keeps things fresh.
We Cry: The harmonies are passable at the minute but a bit more work in the practice rooms and they could become brilliant. Things are still a little bit too hit and miss for our liking.
Rating: 7/10
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