Fightstar

So Fightstar played on Wednesday night at The Garage in Aberdeen. We went with quite mixed emotions about the gig. I will admit I haven't really listened to Fightstar for years. It was more a combination of a band is actually playing Aberdeen and nostalgia for the past that prompted us to buy tickets. 

I'm glad we went. I saw Fightstar back in 2007, and left a bit disappointed. By the time they came on stage we could only stay around 20 minutes before the last bus home left Aberdeen. This was back in the day before we could drive. I wasn't even old enough to drive back then. Good times.

Although a highlight of the first time was a little know (at the time) support band called You Me At Six. I remember school the next day and everyone that had attended was raving about them. And well let's be fair, who hasn't heard of You Me At Six now?! Although it is a bit sad to see that while YM@6 are selling out Wembley and shit Fightstar are still playing tiny venues. And going by The Garage's facebook page there were still tickets left on the door.

But enough about the past.

Fightstar nailed it. Despite only knowing a few songs I couldn't help but get into the entire gig. The crowd was loving it too, the majority of the dance floor being taken up by a moshpit from start to finish. And the wee grin on Charlie Simpson's face every time the crowd sang louder than him was priceless. All in all, it was a brilliant night that has refuelled a love for the band. And if you get the opportunity to go see them on a future tour go for it. You won't be disappointed.

And if anyone wants a bit of nostalgia, here is a video of Save It For The Bedroom from 2007.