Picture it. Rain coming down like the end of the world, the wind tearing the leaves from the trees and the faithful followers of Biffy Clyro out in this to see them perform. A suitably apocalyptic setting for the trio to showcase their new album, ‘Only Revolutions’.
From the first strains of ‘That Golden Rule’ to the last chords of ‘The Captain’, Biffy performed their songs, past and present to a crowd that would not be silenced. Frontman Simon Neil, as always, gave his all and by the third song was drenched from head to toe. Ben Johnston was urrounded by a myriad of drums, and boy did they get a beating!, while his bass playing brother James looked as if he was possessed by the very soul of the music. As is their live reputation, all three did not disappoint. The stage show itself was simple but designed to give maximum impact to the huge guitar riffs and drum beats that just added to the frenzy of the crowd.
Not a single song could silence the crowd but with the opening strains of ‘As Dust Dances’, the crowd sang every word to joy of Mr Neil – the crowd’s enthusiasm undampened by the weather, they returned the energy emanating from the stage in spades. What a night, what a performance and what a band!
Biffy Clyro certainly deserve all the adoration and support they received; they gave 100% on a night that would have put off even the most hardened of fans from venturing out. With that new album just around the corner, the trio are set to reap the rewards of their hard work. Read ClashMusic’s review of ‘Only Revolutions’ HERE and read an interview with the band HERE .
Words by Helen Tweedlie
