The sound of Manchester’s Kid British is a combo of funky ska/reggae guitar with simple pop beats, generally lacking in diversity. Vocally, when lead singer James Mayer wasn't doing his rap-like thing, he sang with a conventionally in-your-face accent, Ã la most modern “indie” pop. So on the contrary, these limited musical combinations form only a small scope of music, and this is what comprised the set: from the boppy beats of “Elizabeth”, to the rapped over cover of Madness’s “Our House” [a band which strikes as a significant influence] to the clangy guitars and catchy harmonies of “She Will Leave”. A tight performance, nonetheless.
But what made this band shrine through was their fun-loving energy and sense of togetherness. Jumping about like lunatics on stage, arms around each other, a warm sense of euphoria rose into the air climaxing with teams of intoxicated students flooding the stage.
Certainly, this isn’t for everyone. However with their identifiable, down to earth lyrics and infectious energy, they are an ideal mainstream-student band. I doubt many who find themselves well into the popular rock scene would be disappointed; however look elsewhere if you enjoy something a bit more out-there and unique. Saying that, I don’t think they’re trying to be either of those things.
Review by Lewis Townsend
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