Yaang - Live at The Lanes, Bristol, 9th April 2025

Building up a head of steam, Mancunians Yaang are following up their excellent EP ‘No’ with their first full UK tour (a handful of dates a few years ago notwithstanding), and Bristol is one of the cities lucky enough to be touched by their unique fusion of rock, electro and most things in between.

First up, however, are the more traditional Hot Face. With an already-impressive pedigree (produced by Speedy Wunderground’s Dan Carey and released on the label), the London trio tear through their 35-minute set, packing in as much as possible. Indeed, said debut ‘Dura Dura’ is about ten songs for the price of one, with a hook that blasts through the room, while ‘17 Day Migraine’ swings, all breathless chords and intent. Like the headliners, they are difficult to define but at certain points, their wired punk thrash recalls early Kings of Leon (i.e., when they were good). Taut chords, snotty delivery and high hopes. Big things can be expected.

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