Taking place in the distinguished surroundings of the Ronnie Scott’s club in Soho, rising band Goldtrip checked off another distinguished performance in which they blended old songs with new. If the sell-out crowd had come to see a sparkling performance packed intensity and showmanship, including a hardwired Dom Little fizzing around the stage, they got it.
The band demonstrated their knack for anthem rock with the recent hit Burn to Fade, while proving the old material still stands strong with a blistering performance of live favourite Laura. Throughout the show they performed with the confidence of stadium stalwarts, often taking them far beyond the pokey confines of one of London’s most renowned jazz holes. Jazz was not the name here, but pounding rhythms and big vocals were as Goldtrip delighted yet another venue.
Another reason for confidence is the ease with which the band delivers each performance, thriving on the increasing expectations and coming to life under the spotlight. You get the impression that they are ready to have a festival stage on which to play, and no matter the quality of studio recordings would always be the real deal on a live platform. Time on BBC Radio has exposed the band to homes across Britain, but a major label is needed to bridge the gap to album releases and chart invasion.
The next year will be a defining one for the band, but confidence is high and more shows like this will help their rise towards prominence. The night’s standout, Running out of Love, deserves a headline slot but this is well within reach and the release of equally impressive material make the band an attractive pick for big labels. And you can bet their enthusiasm would make them a favourite at future festivals, should they receive a strong backer...
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