The Sundowns final show of the year was nothing short of sensational on Friday 20th December. I can say without a doubt the crowd definitely made sure we all knew it was Mad Friday down at Network!
As usual they opened their set with those satisfying guitar riffs we all know and love. Track number 2 was ‘Slip ‘N’ Slide’ released from their phenomenal EP earlier this year ‘What Are You Writing About?’. Just like every other time they’ve played this track live, the bands loyal fans and mates bounced around sending each other flying. Jake’s forceful smashing and clashing of the drums drove this track through the roof and throughout the band were not only smiling and engaging with each other showing the bond between band members but also building rapport with the crowd too.
Making it’s second appearance to the stage, The Sundowns also played another electric track named ‘Casanova’ which is unfortunately yet to be released. Just like every track they seem to play, the crowd continued bouncing around with their Dark Fruits in hand and despite not being released, the crowd still seemed to know each and every line. Every single note, chord and beat lapped up by the diverse crowd – an absolute sight to see!
‘Corner Shop’ also yet to be released, but making its live debut also receive an immense reaction from the fans. A song clearly about youth, something not only relatable that everyone can identify and resonate with but a light hearted fun track too. The kind of track you could hear at a festival, something to be associated with the good times, a certain air of innocence and naivety to it. Through the rhythm of the track, it felt like an early Circa Waves type tunes so endearing and I’m sure a hit when released.
It’s safe to say the whole night was an absolute success, easily the best they’ve performed yet in my opinion. Throughout the evening, each of the lads gave it all. Regan’s vocals in tune full of passion, Ethan’s electrifying, powerful chords precise throughout, Frankie’s fabulous bass solo a pleasure for the ears and the strength and force of Jake’s drums admirable in every track.
Since it was the festive period, of course it was only right to finish the show on a Christmas song and they definitely chose the ultimate one – Fairytale of New York! They were joined on stage by a range of guest including support act Bedroom / Boredom and a handful of there mates who all joined in to sing a line or two!
Mad Friday down at Network was definitely the definition of mad. Now here’s to 2020, I’m sure another year of the band playing more gigs, releasing more amazing music and continuing to make their way into the music industry.
Good luck and thank you to The Sundowns. Happy New Year!
