Live Review: Indigo Velvet – Tynemouth
Indigo Velvet
Tynemouth Surf Cafe, 16th February 2019
Words: Sammy Sadler
Photography: Callum Robinson
But all cards on the table, I think my favourite so far has been catching Indigo Velvet at Surf Cafe. As well as busting out some serious dance moves in the little space I had, which rarely goes beyond the polite sway and head bobbing unless I’ve had a few pints, everything about the gig was what made me fall in love with live music in the first place. Unbelievable tunes with anthemic choruses played in an intimate venue where you’re practically on top of the band – this night had it all. I felt like a giddy school girl again and at the age of 26, I’m not even ashamed.
So without further ado, let’s get into the review shall we?
First support act was Whitley Bay outfit Mayfare and their excitable indie-pop. I’ve caught these guys before supporting my faves DEEP.SLEEP and they were great then but they really did come into their own at the Surf Cafe.
The second support act came from The Pasolas, who I can only describe as the Toon’s answer to a band version of Paolo Nutini.
Frontman Harry Hands’ distinct croon glided through singles such as ‘Carboot’ and ‘Tortured’ and the whole set offered a chilled respite from the boisterous Mayfare and the jangly carnage set to come from Indigo Velvet. The Pasolas are one of those bands that you could easily get lost in their music without even realising and they are incredibly humble.
With the packed audience suitably warmed up, it was time for Indigo Velvet to start. Greeted with whoops of delight (not just from me I swear) the Scottish outfit looked right at home surrounded by excitable crowd.
It sounds cheesy to say but this really was just everything you want from a gig. I’ve been to too many gigs recently where the band are so far away – give me more like this!!