Bedford Alternative Music Presents: The Thursday Showcase.
Fenix Fire, with Temples Burning and All Tied Up.

Bedford Esquires Lev 1 Thursday 9th July 2009.

Photos (c)Bedford Alternative Music 2009.

With Something To Live For not turning up with no notice or explanation blacklisting them from any future gigs. A welcome return visit was especially granted for our Best Of from the previous showcase -

FENIX FIRE were up against some equally impressive bands on this particular line up so not standing out as much as last time, but still well capable of inducing an energy fuelled rock out including a twist of fun, with cheeky grins from their singer front man and trademark Jack D to swig between tracks which are all good to listen to with the exception of the song Darkside which is an out and out classic of anthemic chants uplifting the vibe to an extra level.

TEMPLES BURNING were the heaviest band on the bill with everything put in to the strained vocals, crunchy guitars and a pounding of drums adding to the vibrant mosh inducing powerhouse of metal hardcore rock. With keyboards added to blend a sophisticated dimension to the sound. An assault on the ears which proved both welcome and great to listen to.

Quite a surprise sound from ALL TIED UP with drummer from Me Vs The Atlantic who have had a few gigs with us before. This band though, seem less categorized and more wide appealing, going down just as well Im sure with an indie/rock crowd. Infusing pop punk with rock and making quite a professional sound. If I had to sum this band up in one word Id probably choose Classy.
I think they lacked the power of a headlining act on the bill sounding rather catchy and mild in places, replacing fuelled energy with the good song writing that the band obviously has.