|  Pop five-piece Elliot Minor | | “Here’s what we need - five young lads from the north equipped with guitars, drums…and a cello. People will love it!”
This
was the theory – a theory proven last Wednesday as the Landmarc’s PA
system oozed a myriad of previously disassociated musical textures,
cemented by their grounding in this newly established fusion of
classical and pop punk. Say hello to ‘Elliot Minor’!
Following a
jaunty, melodic demonstration from The Kooks’ piano-clad counterpart
‘The Days’, Minor’s extended set opener ‘The White One Is Evil’ was
evidently enjoyed the venue over, as the band arrived on stage with a
frenzied explosion of vibrant energy. The York-based fivesome then went
on to entertain with the ultra-catchy, harmony-laden ‘So Here We Are’,
recent release ‘Still Figuring Out’, and emotive power ballad ‘Last
Call To New York’. Top 20 hit ‘Jessica’ followed an epic instrumental
interlude, before the classically trained quintet showcased a few new
songs.
Co-frontmen Ed Minton’s and Alex Davies’ witty banter,
along with plenty of audience participation during renowned track
‘Running Away’ and new single ‘Time After Time’, gave for a fantastic
evening of arguable musical competence, one which the boys rounded up
with pop punk anthem and debut single ‘Parallel Worlds’ – the initial
half being sung entirely by a clearly captivated crowd.
With
nationwide tours alongside the likes of McFly and Simple Plan, as well
as numerous festival appearances already under their belt, the future
looks bright for pop-rocksters ‘Elliot Minor’ who seem set for
household name-dom very soon.
Adam Scholey | |